Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) CG03

Program Overview

The proposed outcomes of the BEd(Early Childhood) program focus on preparing teachers, who:

• are enthusiastic professionals;
• are active learners;
• accept personal responsibility for their own continuing professional development;
• have developed a personal philosophy of teaching;
• know and understand the core content of relevant curriculum;
• have developed expertise and advanced knowledge in a specific area of learning of their own choosing;
• have explored various methods of teaching and have begun to adopt a personal strategy; and
• have been exposed to a number of successful, current practitioners. Students who have completed the Diploma of Early Childhood (or equivalent) are eligible for credit for the equivalent of one year study. These students need to consult with the early childhood program coordinator to determine the number of courses advanced standing.

Early Childhood education specialists should have a degree in early childhood education, or a degree in education with an early childhood education specialisation, including substantial professional studies in child development for 0 - 8 years and effective learning and teaching in a range of P-3 settings. Specialists should also have teaching experience with children in P-3 settings. Although this degree recognises a specialisation, graduates are eligible for registration as a teacher in a primary school to year 7.

Recommended Study Schedule: A

Students with TAFE Qualifications

Students who have completed the Diploma of Early Childhood (or equivalent) may apply through QTAC for entry into this program. Students with this qualification are given credit for the equivalent of one year’s study and are required to complete 24 courses/144 units of credit of study (See Course Pathway B).

Students are required to consult with the early childhood course coordinator to determine the number of courses advanced standing.

Recommended Study Schedule: B (For TAFE Graduates

Studies in Education (Electives)

In Year 4 of the program, students may choose 4 Studies in Education electives. All Studies in Education electives are offered externally. Students must have successfully completed EDFE11010   to be eligible to undertake Studies in Education electives. Students may select from: