Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Studies

No, the Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Studies will not qualify graduates to teach children in an approved early childhood centre, but it may allow them to gain experience in a centre. Further studies and experience in early childhood teaching may provide the opportunity to qualify as a teacher in an early childhood centre.

For international students, the CRICOS-registered duration is 6 months of full-time study (1 semester). For domestic students, the course is 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time. Please note the part-time mode is not available to holders of a student visa who are not citizens of Australia or New Zealand, or who are not Australian permanent residents or temporary residents.

Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree (AQF 7) or higher in any discipline, OR an Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma (AQF 6) in any relevant discipline plus at least two years full-time equivalent professional work experience. Where an applicant does not meet either of these requirements, admission may be granted if the Dean is satisfied that the applicant has a reasonable possibility of successfully completing the course.

The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Studies is available at four campuses: Level 16 / 233 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000; 107 George St, Parramatta NSW 2150; Level 1 / 237 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220; and 363 King St, West Melbourne VIC 3003.

The Institute uses authentic assessment principles that may include practical exercises, case studies, presentations, reports, online simulations, essays, and examinations. These may include being done under invigilation.