Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)

About the course

The program equips students with the professional skills required to foster positive development and learning in children, whether they are in childcare services, preschools or in primary schools.

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) course is grounded in the belief that graduates should continue to develop as scholars and teachers, and be practitioners who reflect on their own practice, and who are strong advocates for children and their families.

Employment possibilities for graduates include teaching in government and non-government schools, long daycare centres, mobile preschools and work-based care. Students will gain skills and experience in planning, teaching and observing the development and learning of children as well as working in teams with other educational professionals and in partnerships with parents.

Credit/Advanced standing

No special arrangements apply

The course is fully accredited by State and National bodies

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) is currently accredited with:

• New South Wales Institute of Teachers
• Victorian Institute of Teaching
• Early Childhood Australia, Victoria and New South Wales Chapters
• Department of Community Services, New South Wales

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 256 credit points. This consists of a series of compulsory subjects, including a final extended professional experience.

Criminal Record Clearance

All students must undergo a criminal record check prior to placement in schools. Prospective students should be aware that not passing a criminal record check may prevent them from completing this course satisfactorily.

All students are required to complete a Prohibited Employment Declaration indicating if they are a prohibited person under the Child Protection Act 1998.

Literacy requirements

To be successful at studies within this course, students must be highly competent in spoken and written English literacy.

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