Online Early Childhood Degree :: Accredited Universities

Melbourne Burwood Campus offering is in a fully on-campus, on-line e-learning mode of learning. Full-time Burwood campus students attend two or three days on campus, face to face classes per week. Some units may be arranged in intensive sessions at least three times each trimester. Students undertake one to two professional experiences per year.

Geelong Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool Campuses offerings are in a community-based, on-line e-learning and face-to-face mode of learning. Full-time Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool students attend two-days on campus face-to-face intensive sessions held at least three times each trimester. Students undertake one to two professional experiences per year.

Enrolment in Deakin’s Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (E330) is available for the first time to Year 12 applicants and via the http://www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/doorstep/index.php delivery mode. The course has been adapted to meet new national and international standards in early childhood education, and includes a primary teaching component, allowing students to teach children up to age 8 years. The course meets the requirements of the relevant accrediting authorities for working in early childhood and primary school settings.
The course teaches students to apply an understanding of child development, curriculum theories and pedagogies in designing and implementing child-centred, play-based and developmentally appropriate programs in childcare, preschool and school contexts. Students also learn to identify and respond positively to contemporary issues and the changing work context within early childhood and primary education.
This course is offered in flexible study modes over 4 years, or can be fast-tracked by studying under Deakin’s 3-trimester system, enabling completion in 9 trimesters.

Major studies: Education (Teacher education), Literacy (Literacy and numeracy programs), Numeracy (Education studies), Professional experience practice (Authentic practicum placements), Teaching pedagogies (Early childhood and primary), Teacher education (Early childhood and primary), and Research.

Entry Requirements

The BECE is an undergraduate course for entry by applicants from secondary school or TAFE; applicants with a prior degree may apply for the Master of Teaching, which offers the option of a postgraduate qualification in Early Childhood Education.

Year 12 (VCE or equivalent) entry:
Prerequisites: Units 1 and 2 – two units (any study combination) of general mathematics or mathematical methods or units 3 and 4: any Mathematics. Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English other than EAL.

VET/TAFE Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care holders:
Applicants entering into the second year of the program from a VET-based pathway must have successfully completed:
a graded Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (formerly known as Diploma of Children's Services) or equivalent early childhood qualification from a VET/TAFE institution or other approved registered training organisation; and
a current Level 2 First Aid Certificate;
The selection of Diploma-based applicants undertaking a TAFE pathway into the BECE will utilise the graded scores of the applicants’ Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or other equivalent early childhood education qualification.

Levels of English and Mathematics which are achieved in any previous courses are considered in the selection process. Applicants need to provide evidence of their prior study of Mathematics and English achievements and/ or work related experience that demonstrates their English and mathematics proficiency. The selection team carefully scrutinises the applications for evidence of English and Mathematics proficiency.

Non year 12 (or equivalent applicants)
For non-VCE (or equivalent) applicants, selection is based on evidence that indicates suitability for teaching, including levels of English and Mathematics achieved in any previous study and work related experience that demonstrates literacy and numeracy. The Faculty may require some applicants to complete a STAT test.

Early Childhood teaching qualification upgrade (Available from 2014):
Applicants holding a three-year early childhood or teaching qualification, as listed on the ACECQA approved list of early childhood teaching qualifications, may apply to undertake one year of the course (8 credit points) to upgrade to a four-year early childhood qualification.

Applicants are ranked according to their most recent qualification, relevant professional experience or professional development related to early childhood education. Interested applicants should contact the course director: Dr Bonnie Yim, +61 3 522 72659, b.yim@deakin.edu.au

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

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

Incidental unit costs

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This course is suited to teachers, educators, leaders, policy makers and other professionals involved in early childhood education. This program will advance your qualifications and enhance your understanding of young children's learning.

The course addresses the needs and demands emerging in global economies to build capacity of professionals in the early childhood sector. It will equip you to respond to complex issues around children, their families and communities, and initiate inclusive teaching and learning practices among young children.

The program comprises eight units and builds your learning through:

developing your knowledge and understanding of educational contexts and issues, values and practices

broadening your knowledge of key constructs related to early childhood as an educational context

deepening your professional learning in early childhood education

building your capacity as a professional inquirer.

Students complete the course with a capstone experience in which they research or practice in an area of their interest.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed a recognised bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification with a credit average in the final year.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

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

Incidental unit costs

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This course is a blend of distance learning and face-to-face teaching. It's open to early childhood professionals anywhere in the world, including early years practitioners, FE and HE lecturers, teachers, nursery nurses, voluntary and independent providers, and inspectors and managers working in areas relevant to early childhood.
Wherever you are in the world, you'll develop the skills you need to carry out high-quality educational research relevant to your own culture.

The course gives you a clearer understanding of the policies, practice and theories that underpin your work as a practitioner. You'll discuss international approaches and educational change with leading experts.

Entry Requirements

An honours degree and two years' experience of working full-time with or for young children. If you don't have a first degree, you can register for the diploma and transfer to a masters course when you've completed enough coursework.

English language requirements: overall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

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The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education is a degree designed to help equip students with the skills needed to begin, or advance in, careers in child care and early childhood education.

This degree provides students with a comprehensive education that comprises foundational liberal arts courses as well as specialized courses covering ECE-specific topics such as child development, education psychology, and curriculum design. Students in this program are encouraged to customize their degree to match their educational and professional goals by completing either the preschool or infant/toddler specialization.

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education has been designed to accommodate individuals seeking the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. However, this program is not designed as a teacher certification program, and different states and municipalities often have specific requirements concerning appropriate degree programs. Please check with the agency of the state where you intend to teach to confirm the requirements.

Entry Requirements

Application

A completed application.

Statement of Goals

A statement of your goals reflecting the academic, professional, and personal goals you would like to achieve through your work with Aspen University. Your goals statement will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee as part of the application process. The statement of goals should be between 300 - 500 words.

High School Transcripts

An official high school transcript or its equivalent. Waived if student has completed at least 15 credits of college level course work.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts for all previous college credit earned.

Military Documentation (Optional)

A Military ID or DD214 for those who qualify for the military discount program.

Transfer Credit Evaluation (Optional)

Students who have earned college credit may submit a transfer credit evaluation report with corresponding course descriptions, and official transcripts from accredited institutions in order to determine which credits may be applied toward the requirements of a program at Aspen University.

Minimum GPA Requirement

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 is required for all previous high school or college credit.

Conditional Acceptance

Students will be Conditionally Accepted pending successful completion of CMP160 - English Composition I. Upon successful completion of CMP160 - English Composition I students will be fully Accepted. This requirement is waived for students awarded Transfer Credit for CMP160 - English Composition I.

Other Fees

Annual Technology Fee - $150

Graduation (one time) - $100

Proctored Examination (per exam) - $100

Textbooks - $4000

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The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education program is designed to provide students with in-depth instruction in the principles and procedures of supervising and educating children from newborn to age eight. The program lays the foundation for a broad base of knowledge with general education courses in a variety of subject areas. In addition, specialty courses such as child development, early childhood literacy, curriculum development, cultural diversity, and exceptional children focus on preparing students for careers within the field of early childhood education.

Program Objectives
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Describe at a fundamental level how children learn, how teachers work with children and their parents, what is taught, and where the teaching takes place.

Examine childhood development by observing physical and psychosocial factors that lead to cognitive, language, and literacy development according to a child’s age.

Apply the guidance and discipline concepts applicable to children’s behavior in preschool and primary school classrooms.

Discuss the special needs of children with developmental disabilities, and how to implement programs that include these children in an early childhood classroom.

Develop and implement appropriate curriculum for young children, fostering creativity and emotional, social, and verbal competence within the curriculum.

Demonstrate an understanding of the partnerships with parents and others that teachers must create in order to achieve the best results for children in their classroom.

Demonstrate proficiency with English composition, and apply fundamental processes, theories, and methods to business communication in the workplace.

Demonstrate a foundation of computer and information systems knowledge, technical skills, and a basic understanding of computer applications.

Identify and apply fundamental math concepts for operations and problem solving, and apply basic statistical concepts and tools in order to correctly interpret the results of statistical analyses.

Be prepared to enter Ashworth College’s Master of Science or MBA programs without any additional academic preparation

Entry Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

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