Pathways to Professionalism in Early Childhood Education and Care

<p><em>Pathways to Professionalism in Early Childhood Education and Care</em> is concerned with a growing interest from policy and research in the professionalisation of the early childhood workforce. Illustrated by in-depth case studies of innovative and sustainable pathways to professionalisation it recognises the importance of a systemic approach to professionalisation across all levels of the early childhood. The authors of this wide-ranging book share insights of professionalism from various European countries and suggest that professionalism in early childhood unfolds best in a ‘competent system’.</p><p>This book considers a broad range of international issues including</p><ul> <li>Continuous professional support and quality</li> <li>Early Childhood education and care staff with different qualifications in professional development processes.</li> <li>How personal attitudes and competence of educators are related to the wider system of competent teams leadership collaboration across services and competent governance</li> <li>From research to policy: the case of early childhood and care</li> </ul><p><i>Pathways to Professionalism in Early Childhood Education and Care </i>is a crucial and fascinating read for professionals working in the sector and contributes to broadening views on what professionalism in early childhood can mean within a ‘competent system’.</p>