Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

Gain Specialist Teaching Skills to Shape Young Lives

A career in early childhood development can be immensely satisfying and rewarding. Curtin's Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) gives you the recognised qualification and professional skills you need to get started in this highly specialised field.

This education course includes four units of practical experience in early learning centres and schools, where you'll get the opportunity to put your learning into practice. Please note that you will be required to complete a Working with Children check and have police clearance before undertaking your work placement.

You'll graduate with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to teach children from birth to eight years in early childhood centres, pre-schools and in primary classes.

You'll also be eligible for registration with the West Australia College of Teachers (WACOT). This registration is recognised by all national teacher accreditation authorities.

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Course Structure

Total Units: 29 Course Units Effective Communication: Academic and Professional Pedagogy and Play (Birth - 5 years) Children's Development (0-8 years) Health, Child Protection and Physical Education (Birth - 5 years)# Technologies for Learning# Numeracy (Birth - 5 years)# Language and Multiliteracies (Birth - 5 years)# Professional Practice in Early Learning Centres# Curriculum Development in Early Childhood Education (ECE)*# The Creative Arts and Design in ECE*# Diverse Abilities: Inclusive Practices (Birth - 8 years)*# Social and Emotional Development (Birth - 8 years)*# Assessment Practices in ECE*# Professional Practice and Enquiry-based Programming (4 - 6 years)* Language and Multiliteracies (5 - 8 years)* Elective Indigenous Australian Education* Literacy Teaching and Learning** Cultural Contexts and Social Justice (Birth - 8 years)** Numeracy (4 - 8 years)** Professional Practice (1 - 3 years)** Elective Science, Society and Environment in Early Childhood** The Performing Arts in ECE** Management and Leadership in Early Childhood Education*** Integrated Programming in Education** Action Learning in Education** Elective Internship** * These units will be available in 2011 ** These units will be available in 2012 *** This unit will be available in 2013 # These units are restricted. To enrol, you must first apply for a place in the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) program. For information on eligibility and application procedures, contact a SEEK Learning consultant.

Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice. You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.

Did You Know? Preschool education is projected to have the strongest employment growth within the education industry in the next 5 years. Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR), 2010

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Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.

Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are six modules available:

• An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
• Setting Study Goals and Objectives
• Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
• Getting to Know Your Study Materials
• Scheduling Tasks and Time
• Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within three hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

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Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

• Student advisors
• Online forums
• Study groups
• Online library resources
• Online guidance on study skills and writing
• A dedicated student association

You may be eligible for financial assistance through FEE-HELP. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now to discuss your eligibility.

About Curtin University of Technology & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This course is delivered by Curtin University of Technology, in partnership with OUA.

About Curtin University of Technology

Curtin University of Technology is the largest Western Australian university, offering more than 800 undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Curtin's courses are innovative and have a strong practical focus - ensuring that graduates are job-ready and skilled to meet the current needs of industry.

Learn more about Curtin University of Technology.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.

Enquire now to find out about course prices, FEE-HELP and more.