Study Early Childhood Education
Working with children can be one of the most rewarding experiences of anyone’s life. Early Childhood Educators assist in caring for the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of infants and young children in various care settings. Early childhood educators can have a profound influence on a child’s wellbeing and development in the years of 0-5.
Child care centre managers direct and supervise child care workers, develop and implement programs to enhance the lives of young Australians and provide care before-school, after-school, during the day and on vacations.
Employment in this qualification has rose significantly in the last 5 years and is expected to keep growing. This course would be suited to anyone who likes working with children and would like to play a part in nurturing and developing young minds.
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Occupations such as early childhood educators, aged care workers and disability support workers have experienced strong growth in recent years, is expected to increase to meet community service demands and changes to service delivery models within these sectors. Certificate III to Diploma courses in these occupational fields incorporate a work placement component ensuring the student has the skills, knowledge and competencies required for immediate employment and/or entry into pathway courses.
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Certificate & Diploma
Course Duration
Courses vary in length depending on the level of qualification being obtained. The majority of courses are between 48 weeks and 2 years.
Intake Dates
Intake dates are ongoing throughout the year at various locations.
Locations
Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Perth.
Cost
from $6,500
The Course Details
Graduate Outcome
Potential Career Outcomes:
- A full time child care centre manager averages a weekly income of $1094 per week.
- The average hours worked by a childcare centre worker in Australia is 39.3 hours per week.
- Employment for this occupation rose very strongly in the past five years and likely to continue to rise strongly in the long-term.
- Child care centre managers have an above average proportion of full-time jobs, sitting at 86%.
- Child care workers generally work for a specific child care centre and do not work independently.
Higher Education Opportunities:
- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
- Bachelor of Education
These courses can also provide a pathway to a Bachelor of Education majoring in Early Childhood. If you complete a Diploma of Early Childhood Education, you may be given Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) for your Bachelor of Education, which will reduce the time of the course significantly.
Common Course Requirements
- Australia requires an ILETS of 5.5 or equivalent
- Students need to be at least 18 years of age
- Comprehension skills must be equivalent to Year 10 pass level to successfully complete the Certificate level courses
Education Pathways
Options for a Temporary Graduate Visa
If undertaking study in Australia for a minimum of 2 years you may qualify for the Temporary Skilled Graduate Visa. This visa allows the holder 1.5 years unlimited work rights in Australia. Many graduates use this time to build up experience in their field or find an employer that is willing to sponsor their visa.
If you have applied for the Temporary Graduate Visa you may also be eligible to apply for the Job Ready Program. The Job Ready Program is run through TRA and allows graduates in certain disciplines to have their skills assessed for skilled migration purposes. It is a way for people to have their skills assessed without having the experience. Once the student receives a positive skills assessment they may be eligible to apply for permanent work visas such as State Sponsored and General Skilled Migration Visas.
Graduate Visa
Get in Touch
Contact Information
Phone 0755 265 900
Skype: pathwaytoaus
Email: info@pathwaytoaus.com
Offices
Gold Coast Office
2575 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach, QLD, 4215
UK Office
Call us 02039 483 865
Hi! I graduated Bachelor in Elementary Education majoring General Education and I am on my last term on finishing my Master in Education majoring Educational Leadership. I am currently on my fourth year of teaching (two years in a private university and 2 years in a public school). Will I still need to undergo and finish the two-year study program or I’ll get a shorter study program in Australia?
Hi Danielle , we will send you the course information on a direct email.
Hi, I’m italian and I hold a bachelor degree in Psychological science (investigation sciences) but always work with kids. I have 28months of experience in a nursery as room leader. Do you have any advanced diploma in Early childhood education and care? Thanks
Hi Mimi , we will send you information about your request on a direct email
Hi, I am doing diploma of early childhood education, can I apply for PR after it or I need to study Bachelors as well.
Thanks
Hi Yukta , for advise on PR you would need to book in for a consultation and speak with the registered migration agent about your options. You can book in online through our website for the consultation.