Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

This course provides you with a comprehensive understanding of early learning and development. You will gain the latest knowledge and skills to teach children from birth to five years old in various settings and professional roles. It is ideal for those who are passionate about nurturing holistic learning in children, and those looking to advance their related qualifications to become early childhood teachers. Over four years, you will discover how to use play to teach subjects such as reading, maths, science, technology, arts, music, STEM and more to young children. You will also learn about safety, health and wellbeing; documentation, planning and assessment; sustainable practices; working with families and communities; diversity and inclusion practices; advocacy and research; educational leadership; and service management. With a strong foundation in educational theory and modern approaches, you will be empowered to create a curriculum that promotes children’s learning and development. You will gain practical experience through 80 days of placements in different settings, where you can refine your teaching skills with young children. A final 30-day placement will strengthen your pedagogical and leadership abilities, getting you ready to enter the sector as a confident graduate early childhood teacher. This is a special opportunity to shape the future of our youngest learners.

International applicants must meet both the academic and English language requirements to enter this course. Academic Entry Requirements Our academic entry pathways include: Recent Senior Secondary Education: This applies to those who have completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (Year 12) or its equivalent within the past two years. For guaranteed entry, an ATAR of 65 is required. Applicants with Higher Education (HE) study must have undertaken a higher education qualification (or, partially completed a higher education qualification). Vocational Education and Training (VET) study: This requires completion of a vocational qualification at Diploma level or higher. Work/Life experience: If you have left senior secondary education more than two years prior to your application and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, you may be eligible based on your professional or work experience and/or any non-formal courses taken in preparation for tertiary study or relevant to the subject area. You must also submit a written admission statement outlining your reasons for pursuing the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education. All applicants must complete the Learner Questionnaire found in the Application Form, demonstrating their inherent qualities and motivations to succeed in the course. You may also be asked to participate in an informal interview with an Ikon representative.