Course Overview

About This Course

Course overview Build on your undergraduate degree to become an Early Childhood teacher. Maybe it is time for a career change or studying for your degree has shown you that teaching is where you belong. You will graduate from this course with the confidence and skills to teach in Pre-Schools throughout Australia and overseas. This is a hands-on course that will get you into the classroom for a minimum of 60 days where you can put into practice what you have learnt. You will discover how young children learn and how you can develop and support their learning prior to school settings, with a focus on nature pedagogy. You'll look at examples from around the world and learn how to best work with children from diverse backgrounds. Our Master of Teacher (Early Childhood) course is offered on campus at Mt Helen (Ballarat) in an accelerated mode over 2 years full time or 4 years part time. It is also offered online (part-time study is not available to international students). We offer flexible pathways to suit peoples' individual circumstances; this means blended options that include a combination of on campus and online study are also possible. IT requirements To do this course you'll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you're doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us. Got questions? Call us on 1800 333 864, start a live chat or submit an enquiry . Student support The support we offer is second to none. Need academic help? No problem. Extra access or financial assistance? Let's see what we can do. View our student services . The fine print The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas. Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol. Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training. School department Education Course co-ordinator Kylie Nice Read more

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

470 Bourke Street, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements (year 12) Applicants with current or recent secondary education are not eligible to apply for this course. Entry requirements (non year 12) Admissions criteria for applicants with a higher education study. Prerequisite A completed Australian Bachelor degree in any field (or equivalent). This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Students must prove they meet the English language requirement as determined by the Victorian Institute for Teaching to be eligible for registration. Applicants with a Vocational Education and Training study are not eligible to apply for this course. Applicants with work and life experience are not eligible to apply for this course. English language requirements IELTS score 7.5 for Speaking and Listening and 6.5 or equivalent for Reading and Writing or equivalent, or International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR) test with a Level 4 in speaking, listening, reading and writing or Successful completion of two years full-time equivalent study at a recognised Australian university within the past two years. Extra requirements Essential requirements for enrolment and graduation Students may be required to provide validation of Covid Vaccinations for placements in early childhood (EC) settings. Although no longer mandatory some EC settings do require evidence as part of their own policies. The vaccination evidence is to be uploaded to Inplace before the commencement of attending a placement. Working with children check Compulsory: Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au Police record check Compulsory: Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/content.asp?Document_ID=274 Immunisations Compulsory: All students enrolled in an Early Childhood Teacher Program are now required to provide validation of immunisation/ training pre-requisites (Infuenza, Whooping Cough, MMR, and COVID) for placement in Early Childhood settings. The validation is to be uploaded in InPlace by the commencement of the University academic semester. How to apply If you're only applying for this course, do it via direct application . Ready to fill out your application? You'll need this code: Direct application Federation University code VTAC application Yes VTAC code 3700510881 - Mt Helen (on campus) Direct application Yes Federation University code TX9

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Career paths Pedagogical leader in children's services Preschool/kindergarten teacher Day care teacher

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL / ACECQA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) take to complete?

The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) at Federation University Australia has a duration of 104 weeks.

Is there a practical placement component in this course?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 480 hours in total, structured as 40 hours per week over 12 weeks, giving students hands-on experience in early childhood education settings.

What are the tuition fees for this course?

The tuition fee for the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is AU$67,000, with a non-tuition fee of AU$885, making the estimated total course cost AU$67,885.

Where is this course offered?

The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is offered at Federation University's Ballarat campus in Victoria, which is a location owned and operated by the provider.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

The course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it meets all criteria: it is in 'Registered' status, it is a Skills Level 1 qualification (Masters), its duration is 104 weeks (greater than 92 weeks), and its narrow Field of Education (0701 - Teacher Education) aligns with the Skills Level 1 priority list. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $70,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $70,000 to $82,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $82,000 to $92,000 per year

Career Paths

Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III level)Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)Room Leader / Lead EducatorEducational LeaderChildcare Centre Director / Centre Manager

Key Skills

Child development assessment and observationPlay-based curriculum design and implementationApplication of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)Inclusive education practices for children with diverse needsBehaviour guidance and positive relationships with children

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