Entry requirements
Entry requirements for the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5) will prepare you for the following roles.
Family Day Care Educator
A Family Day Care Educator runs a childcare service for children from their own home. You might deliver educational programs and organise activitie...
Early Childhood Center Manager
An Early Childhood Centre Manager oversees the daily operations of an early education facility. You might work in a childcare centre, kindergarten,...
Early Childhood Teacher
An Early Childhood Teacher educates young children in the years before they begin primary school. You might work in a childcare centre, a kindergar...
Kindergarten Teacher
A Kindergarten Teacher develops learning programs for children in the years before they enter primary school. You might work in a kindergarten faci...
Preschool Teacher
A Preschool Teacher nurtures and educates young children in the years before they start primary school. You might work in a preschool, childcare ce...
Lead Educator
A Lead Educator cares for young children and babies in a childcare centre. You’ll prepare educational programs and organise activities that nurture...
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