Online Childhood Education Degree :: Accredited Universities

This degree builds on prior study to enable students to graduate with a three-year degree and it can form a pathway into our Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Students enter the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) at the third-year level and complete one year of study. A student's previous studies and work experience make up the first two years of the degree as advanced standing (also known as 'Recognised Prior Learning').

The degree focuses on the birth to five-year-old age group and provides students with additional opportunities to study, learn and reflect on education for young children, including 12 days of Professional Experience.

We know that lots of people who want to study are also working full-time, which is why UNE offers this degree by distance education - giving students the flexibility to balance study with work, family and other commitments.

The Australian Government's Early Childhood agenda includes increasing the number of degree qualified staff in the sector and are offering HECS-HELP debt bonuses to eligible students.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

1. (a) have completed the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (HSC) or interstate or international equivalent; and

(b) have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (or equivalent) that is approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) after completion of (a) above; and

(c) have completed early childhood workplace experience comprising one year full-time (or equivalent) room leader experience after satisfying the requirements of (b) above or two years full-time (or equivalent) experience as a family day care accredited provider or an early childhood teacher assistant/aide or an accredited before and after school carer after satisfying the requirements of (b) above.

OR

2. (a) have an Australian Year 10 qualification or equivalent; and

(b) have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (or equivalent) after Australian Year 10 that is approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA); and

(c) have completed at least five years full-time (or equivalent) early childhood workplace experience after satisfying the requirements of (b) above.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

This course includes 12 days of Professional Experience.

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The BA (Hons) Early Childhood and Special Education degree is aimed at people who are interested in working with children in the early years, with a particular focus on working with children with additional needs. It teaches you to develop critical thinking skills and a reflective approach to special education within the early years setting. You learn about the development, needs and experience of young children, and young children faced with special educational needs. It considers the context in which children are defined, diagnosed and labelled as having special education needs.

Modules enable you to gain a holistic appreciation of the factors that influence the experience of childhood, as well as the sociology of childhood, early years legislation and global inequalities in childhood, with the addition of concepts of equal opportunity, inclusion and children’s rights.

The programme explores how children and childhood are understood from a range of academic and professional perspectives, and enables you to understand the philosophies, beliefs and attitudes that inform these perspectives; it also investigates the significance of early childhood across cultures and societies.

Entry Requirements

240 UCAS points from a recognised Level 3 qualification

A level
BTEC
Or Access to HE Diploma (Pass or higher)

For the full list of qualifications covered by the UCAS tariff and the associated points please check the UCAS website

Please note we would normally expect candidate will have at least a Grade C in English and Maths GCSE. (Most programmes accept Key Skills Level 2 Application of Number and Communication as equivalent to GCSE Maths and English).

Other Fees

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Interested in working with young children and families? If so, the Bachelor of Science in Education: Early Childhood Unified may be the program for you. You can earn your bachelor’s degree from home. The ECU licensure program can be used for entry into a wide variety of occupations serving children and families from zero to 8 years of age. This is an ideal program of study for students who wish to prepare for careers in early childhood programs as a teacher, administrator and coordinator, including but not limited to: district sponsored early childhood/early childhood special education pre-kindergarten programs, kindergarten through third grade teacher in public or private school, Early Head Start, Head Start, First Start, Even Start, infant/toddler programs, Parents as Teachers, directorship/teacher of franchised daycare and preschool programs, directorship/teacher of privately owned preschools/daycare/Infant & toddler programs, early intervention special education services, military-related child care centers, etc. The degree is structured to provide a seamless acquisition of academic requirements for various career levels. With the courses online, students are allowed the opportunity to work, raise a family, etc. while obtaining their degree.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should complete high school or equivalent

International Applicants
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You as an international student must meet minimum English proficiency requirements before beginning coursework at Fort Hays State University.

TOEFL (paper-based version) - 500 +
TOEFL (computer-based version) - 173 +
TOEFL (internet-based version) - 61 +
IELTS - 5.5 +
iTEP - 4

Other Fees

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It is my pleasure to inform you that the English as a Second Language (ESOL) minor at the undergraduate level has now received final approval from the Kansas State Board of Education. Beginning in the fall of 2012, candidates may complete the minor coursework and the ESOL PRAXIS II exam; then apply for the ESOL endorsement from the Kansas State Department of Education. A teaching license at any level preK-12 must have already been secured or secured in conjunction with the minor to be able to add this endorsement to that license. Candidates who have previously earned an educational degree may add this undergraduate minor to their program of study up to two years following their FHSU graduate date. This minor means a great deal to our undergraduate candidates, as it enables them to better meet the needs of all students in our public and private preK-12 educational settings.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should complete high school or equivalent

International Applicants
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You as an international student must meet minimum English proficiency requirements before beginning coursework at Fort Hays State University.

TOEFL (paper-based version) - 500 +
TOEFL (computer-based version) - 173 +
TOEFL (internet-based version) - 61 +
IELTS - 5.5 +
iTEP - 4

Other Fees

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The early years of learning are critical if children are to achieve their potential.

As a teacher you can make a real difference to students' lives during their most formative years - helping prepare them for their future.

Teach across a number of year groups

Our experienced and professional staff will help you develop the practical teaching and knowledge you'll need to help guide your own students. They will introduce you to the key learning areas across all year groups, from Kindergarten to year seven and provide opportunities for you to explore a wide range of teaching strategies that promote student learning.

This will give you flexibility and variety within your role as a teacher, enabling you to work with students throughout different stages of their development.

Gain practical skills through school placements

Our course is designed to give you as much practical preparation as possible.

This means that throughout your degree you will participate in a variety of school experiences in early childhood and primary classrooms that will develop your practical teaching skills as you progress through your degree.

Graduates are recognised by the Western Australian College of Teaching (WACOT) as well as the respective State, Catholic and Independent school departments, organisations and associations.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school results
English competency

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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