Early childhood

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.

This is your opportunity degree. Your opportunity to become the great teacher you know you can be.

Early childhood teachers are in high demand. There’s never been a better time to study early childhood education.

Childcare, pre-school and primary school teachers play a key role in the early education and development of children.

Examine and reflect on your professional practice as an Early Childhood teacher and continue your development as a practicing educator with this postgraduate qualification.
 

Build on your undergraduate degree to become an Early Childhood teacher.