Online Education Early Childhood Primary Teaching Degree :: Accredited Universities

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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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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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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Massey University's Bachelor of Education degree is one of New Zealand's longest-standing and most respected professional qualifications for teachers, tutors and educators. The programme is relevant for practising teachers in early childhood settings, primary and secondary schools, in polytechnics and in other community-based educational settings. Generous credit provisions are available for registered teachers seeking to upgrade their Diploma of Teaching to degree status.
The Bachelor of Education degree is not a pathway to teacher registration. Students seeking registration as a teacher should hold an undergraduate degree and apply for a Graduate Diploma of Teaching qualification.

"A bachelor's degree is the minimum qualification expected for today's teachers. The Massey University Bachelor of Education degree contributes to the enrichment of the learning environment and prepares its graduates for roles in leadership and management in the teaching profession."

Entry Requirements

Students shall hold a New Zealand Diploma or Higher Diploma of Teaching, or an approved equivalent; or have completed at least two full-time years of approved relevant experience in an educational context, or approved equivalent to gain admission into the Bachelor of Education degree. Student must also have entrance to University to gain admission into Massey University.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

Textbooks

Incidental Unit Fees

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Early childhood teachers work with children, families and communities to provide quality educational experiences for young children, including consultancy and professional development work in the area of children's services.

This degree equips you for teaching in long day care, preschool and primary school settings.

As part of this degree you'll study how young children play, explore, learn and develop and grow into healthy children. You'll gain the skills to teach in long day care, preschool and primary school settings and develop foundational skills in managing and leading in educational environments.

Key features

Macquarie hosts the only stand-alone Institute of Early Childhood in Australia.

This degree is available on campus, via distance education, or a combination of both (with on-campus compulsory sessions).

You undertake practical experience in schools and prior to school services.

If you hold a Diploma of Children’s Services you will be eligible for credit towards this degree.

Macquarie University's bonus point scheme, Academic Advantage is available with this early childhood education course.

Entry Requirements

N/A

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

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

Incidental unit costs

Accpetance fee: $16000 AUD - deducted off the 1st years' tuition

Notes

May require compulsory on/off campus sessions

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