Graduate Certificate of Early Childhood Education and Care

University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00244B

The Graduate Certificate of Early Childhood Education and Care provides primary or secondary school teachers with essential qualifications to deliver crucial early childhood and Kindergarten learning. This Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)-accredited degree is an ideal option for teachers who have the desire to take a role in the early childhood education space, for example, in rural areas where teachers are often limited and the need for staff to become multi-skilled is essential. This degree suits teachers who want to broaden their career opportunities and be qualified for in-demand kindergarten career vacancies. This qualification also suits those wishing to pursue management or advisory positions within education settings to work with children from birth to 5 years of age.

Structure

4 core courses, including 60 days of professional placement

Standard entry requirements

Completion of an undergraduate initial teacher education qualification in Primary or Secondary Education which leads to teacher registration, such as a Bachelor of Education.orCompletion of a postgraduate initial teacher education qualification in Primary or Secondary Education which leads to teacher registration, such as a Master of Learning and Teaching.You must be able to meet the physical and other professional requirements of professional experience placements within this degree.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Yes
  • Part-time : 1 year
  • Online/Off-campus : 0.5 years

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