Bachelor of Early Childhood (Education and Care)
 
Course Code
:		 BECEC
VTAC Code:
 
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area:
Children’s Services;
Career Card:
Child Care Worker
Duration:
FT: 3 years
Intake Dates:
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What does this course involve?

This degree provides an in-depth study of child development, and focuses on learning areas including languages, arts, mathematics, health and wellbeing, and science.  As part of your studies you will examine the important relationships between the early childhood educator, parents, caregivers and the community. You will learn how to integrate acquired knowledge and skills relevant to the industry, and to develop your management and leadership skills through weekend intensive workshops blocks and regular evening tutorials, self paced and on-line activities, industry related assessment conducted in your own workplace and while on practicum and placements in a range of early childhood settings are undertaken.

What employment opportunities will I have?

The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education provides you with the opportunity to teach and work in a range of early childhood settings with young children and their families.  

Employment opportunities for a fully qualified early childhood teacher includes working in kindergartens, pre-schools and long day care centres; VET children’s services courses; and in policy development in local and state government.

Accreditation

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

You may be eligible to progress into a Masters Degree in Education.

Can I apply?

You must: 

  • have completed a Diploma in Children’s Services  (Early Childhood Education and Care) and thus be granted one year credit towards the four year degree
  • supply evidence of current employment or experience in industry
  • supply evidence of ability to meet the educational demands of the program.
  • have a current National Police Record Check
  • have a current Working with Children Check
  • have a successfully attained at least 25 in one of the VCE English group of studies at Units 3 and 4
  • have successfully completed one of the VCE Mathematic group of studies; if unable to provide this evidence they will be required to sit and pass the TEMT test.
  • have the relevant computer skills.

How do I apply?

Direct entry - beginning and mid-year entry. Download an application form to apply for this course.

Potential candidates who need to sit the TEMT test - testing will be in Building 3 Level 3, 465 Elgar Road Box Hill on:

  • date to be advised.

For further information about this course please contact the Centre for Health and Community Services on 9286 9106.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual interview
  • Assessment of application

Length of course

Full time: 3 years

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Need Cash?
Degree Fees - this course will cost $12,800.00 per year (if studying full time).

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP (an Australian Government loan scheme).

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Online assessment
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

 
Subjects

LD101
Child Development, Learning And Play, Sociocultural Approaches To Learning
6 pts
LD301
Leading Infant Toddler Programs
6 pts
LD302
Resilience, Well Being And The Child In The 21st Century
6 pts
LD402
The Preschooler
6 pts
LD403
The Child In The Early Years Of School
6 pts
PC101
Managing Children's Services Workplace
6 pts
PC102
Creating Inclusive Environments
6 pts
PC103
Becoming a Reflective Early Childhood Educator
6 pts
PC201
Transition To Higher Education
6 pts
PC202
Current Contexts Of Early Childhood (Education And Care)
6 pts
PC301
The Teacher As a Leader In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
PC302
Legal And Ethical Responsibilities In Early Childhood Teaching
6 pts
PC303
Workplace Communication And Organisational Behaviour
6 pts
PC401
The Teacher As a Manager In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
PC402
Action Research In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
PC403
Independent Projects
6 pts
RCS101
Developing Partnerships With Families And Children
6 pts
RCS102
Developing Relationships With Children And Guiding Their Behaviour
6 pts
RCS301
Families And The Early Childhood Community
6 pts
RCS302
Inclusive Educational Environments For Children With Additional Needs
6 pts
RCS303
Partnerships Across The Service System
6 pts
TCDS202
Mathematics In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
TCDS203
Enhance Language And Literacy In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
TCDS204
Exploring And Enhancing The Creative Arts In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
TCDS205
Ict In Early Childhood Education Contexts
6 pts
TCDS301
Science And Environmental Studies In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
TCS101
Planning, Implementing And Evaluating An Educational Program
6 pts
TCS202
Teaching And Learning Theories Through Play In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
TCS401
Creating And Maintaining Positive Learning Environments
6 pts
TCS402
Reflecting And Improving Teaching Practice For Increased Learn.Outcomes In E/Childhood Education
6 pts
TCS403
Documenting And Assessing Learning In Early Childhood Education
6 pts
The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees. Tuition fees are charged at an hourly rate based on a unit’s total hours (degree courses excepted). All course level fees quoted are indicative annual fees only, based on the most common annual full time load for the course, or for part time and correspondence courses, an average annual student load. However annual fees may vary depending on the number and mix of units chosen at enrolment for study in the calendar year, including the number and mix of elective units chosen. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to an increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. Fee rates are correct at the time of publishing. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.