科廷科技大学

Early childhood teachers are integral in shaping the social and cognitive development of children during their formative years.

This initial teacher education degree provides the skills, knowledge and practical learning experiences needed to teach young children (aged 0–8 years) in early education settings. These include early learning and childcare centres, kindergarten, pre-primary and junior primary classes.

You will learn about child development, the curriculum areas and the importance of family partnerships. You’ll also choose two elective units from a list of education subjects to broaden your learning.

As part of the course you will complete four professional work experience placements in schools or early learning centres. These placements are undertaken in full-time blocks, regardless of your study mode. You may have the opportunity to undertake a rural, interstate or overseas placement.

Professional recognition

This course is accredited by the Teachers Registration Board of WA, and is recognised nationally as an initial teacher education qualification. Graduates can register as a teacher in Australia and other countries that recognise Australian teaching qualifications.

Career information

Careers

Early childhood teacher
Junior primary teacher
Education advisor and reviewer
Early learning centre manager
Early learning centre educator
Nanny

Industries

Early education (government and non-government)
Education (government and non-government)

What you'll learn

Apply high-level discipline knowledge, principles and concepts associated with effective teaching of children from birth to 8 years
Draw from theory and research to apply knowledge of the needs of students from diverse backgrounds and across the full range of abilities to enhance learning
Assess student learning and analyse diverse sources of data to support valid judgements of student learning
Plan and deliver effective teaching and learning experiences with demonstrated impact
Use technologies appropriately for learning and teaching
Engage in professional learning and demonstrate capacity for leadership; demonstrate personal literacy and numeracy competencies to the required accreditation standard
Engage in critical and reflective practice based on local, national and international research
Create and manage positive learning environments for all students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds.