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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
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Location
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Online students may be required to attend on-campus workshops during some of the units. -
Placements
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ATAR
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Inherent Requirements
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradDipEd(EC)
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Course code
1107425
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Credit points
96
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Equivalent units
8
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Indicative Fee
Overview
Early childhood education is an immensely satisfying career and a precious opportunity to give children the very best start in life.
In just one year, our Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) will allow you to become a fully qualified early childhood teacher in a preschool, or an educator within the family day care or traditional day care system.
Our course covers key areas of early childhood education and care, theory, principles and practices that best support children's learning and development. Admission into the course is via an undergraduate degree in any discipline, including a three-year teaching qualification.
Students also undertake 60 days of professional placement in early childhood settings.
The block professional teaching experiences, combined with volunteer activities and embedded site visits will provide you with a deep understanding about the role of a teacher. As you will be interacting with children and young people, upon enrolment you will be expected to apply and attain a valid Working with Children Check for your state or territory. See professional experience requirements.
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Exercise critical analysis, problem solving, and decision making in Early Childhood educational based practice Demonstrate application of advanced knowledge and current research in relation to Early Childhood education practice |
Demonstrate cognitive, technical, and creative skills to investigate, analyse, and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts, and theories |
Demonstrate a knowledge of social responsibility, ethics and legal principles consistent with what is expected of an Early Childhood professional working in a learning community with all stakeholders Demonstrate an awareness of the need for student safety and support within professional frameworks Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to legislative requirements and codes of conduct relevant to the education profession |
Demonstrate advanced integrated knowledge and understanding of Early Childhood teaching and relevant curriculum framework Demonstrate an evidence based understanding and knowledge of the pedagogy for effective Early Childhood educational practice |
Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development through self-directed learning and reflective practice |
Demonstrate an advanced ability to communicate and interpret evidence based research which inform professional decision making Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills applicable in professional educational settings |
Apply and integrate an understanding of social, indigenous and cultural diversity, and respect for the identity of all persons, in local and international contexts Identify and apply proactive and inclusive strategies to encourage and support student engagement and behaviour including diverse groups of learners such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, migrants and students from non- English speaking backgrounds Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of inclusion and diverse learning needs Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for diversity in others and self |
Students undertake 60 days of professional placement during this course in two environments - a preschool setting and an infant and toddler setting.
The major areas of study include theories of learning and development, principles and practices of early childhood education and care, key issues in the early childhood education and care field including social justice, diversity and equity, working with families, investigating different early childhood educational models around the world and applying knowledge, skills and capabilities in professional experience.
Note: International EAP 2 students can progress to a Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) with an equivalent of IELTS 6.5
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| Gold Coast | Session 1, Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Online | Session 1, Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Career Outcomes
The University has accreditation for this course from the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
Please note, this course qualifies early childhood teachers to teach from birth to five-year-old settings. These settings are known differently throughout Australia, some as preschools and others as kindergarten. The course does not qualify graduates to teach in primary school settings.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
- Applications for admission to candidature in the Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) may be selected where they can demonstrate academic or professional standing considered by the School Board or Course Coordinator to be equivalent to the requirements of Rule 2, Section 3.
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To meet the minimum English language requirement an applicant must satisfy one of the following criteria:
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have completed senior secondary study equivalent of Australian Year 12 or have completed at least one year of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study) at AQF diploma equivalent or higher where:
- the country where those studies were undertaken is listed in Schedule A of the Rules Relating to Awards - Rule 2, and
- the language of instruction was English; or
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achieved a minimum test score within two (2) years of the date of application for admission, equal to or above the minimum listed below:
- International English Language Test System (IELTS). The applicant must have a minimum overall score of 6.5, including a minimum result of 6.5 in speaking, listening, reading and writing; or
- International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR). The applicant must have a score of at least 4+ in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
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have completed senior secondary study equivalent of Australian Year 12 or have completed at least one year of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study) at AQF diploma equivalent or higher where:
Course requirements
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To be eligible for the award of Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) a candidate shall successfully complete:
- Not less than eight (8) units (96 credit points) comprising all units listed in the Schedule of Units attached to this award.
- Permission to undertake a professional experience placement will at all times be at the discretion of the Head of School.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Equity and Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Equity and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
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| TCHR5001 | Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education |
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| TCHR3001 | Early Childhood Matters |
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| TCHR2003 | Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood |
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| TCHR6004 | Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education I: Pre-schoolers |
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Session 2, Year 1 |
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| TCHR5003 | Principles and Practice in Early Childhood Education |
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| TCHR2002 | Children, Families and Communities |
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| TCHR6001 | Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education II: Infants and Toddlers |
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| TCHR3004 | Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood |
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| TCHR5001 | Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education |
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| TCHR2003 | Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood |
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| TCHR5003 | Principles and Practice in Early Childhood Education |
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| TCHR2002 | Children, Families and Communities |
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| TCHR3001 | Early Childhood Matters |
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| TCHR6004 | Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education I: Pre-schoolers |
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| TCHR6001 | Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education II: Infants and Toddlers |
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| TCHR3004 | Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood |
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| TCHR5003 | Principles and Practice in Early Childhood Education |
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| TCHR2002 | Children, Families and Communities |
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| TCHR5001 | Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education |
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| TCHR3001 | Early Childhood Matters |
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| TCHR2003 | Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood |
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Note 1:
This unit involves a professional experience placement.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |
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| TCHR5001 | Play and Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education | ||
| TCHR3001 | Early Childhood Matters | ||
| TCHR2003 | Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood | ||
| TCHR6004 | Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education I: Pre-schoolers | Note 1 | |
| TCHR5003 | Principles and Practice in Early Childhood Education | ||
| TCHR2002 | Children, Families and Communities | ||
| TCHR3004 | Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood | ||
| TCHR6001 | Professional Experience in Early Childhood Education II: Infants and Toddlers | Note 1 |