Early childhood education
An early childhood degree focuses on the study of teaching during the period from birth to five years old. As an early childhood graduate you play a significant role in the intellectual and social development of young children during these crucial early years. Degrees in this area prepare you for both teaching and non-teaching roles within educational settings and related fields. You will learn to work with diverse families and children in settings including childcare centres and preschools.
When combined with a Primary teaching qualification, as it is with out Bachelor of Education program, graduates are qualified to teach in both Early Childhood Centres and in Primary schools.
Career examples
- Daycare educator
- Preschool teacher
- Outdoor education teacher
- Early childhood liaison officer
- Early childhood centre director
- Early childhood educator
- Primary school teacher
Degrees
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