Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education introduces students to teaching in early childhood settings. It covers topics such as early childhood development, learning and teaching, and play. The program consists of four core units and aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to create rich learning opportunities for young children. Completers may pursue a career in teaching in early childhood education or complete additional coursework to register as an early childhood teacher in Victoria.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education provides an introduction to teaching in early childhood education.
• The program covers topics such as early childhood development, learning and teaching, place, play, and the languages of science.
• It aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to create rich and varied learning opportunities in early childhood settings.
• The program consists of four core units:
• Early Childhood Development Learning and Teaching
• Place, Play and the Languages of Science

Careers:

• Completers may pursue a career in teaching in early childhood education.
• If one wishes to register as an early childhood teacher in Victoria, they will need to complete the remaining content from the Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education.