This program provides the skills and industry qualifications to be employed as a qualified educator within children's services (as registered with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development - DEECD). Students will learn the importance of the Early Years of a child's life and be skilled in supporting contemporary children's diverse learning, growth and development needs in a range of educational settings within children's services. Graduates will have a specialisation in the infant and toddler years of a child's life, an appreciation of the specific curriculum and educational needs of children in this age range and understand their role in supporting transitions across children's services. The program has a commitment to the practical application of teaching theory and knowledge and sees placement as an essential component of pre-service education.
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Year 12 or equivalent with a study score of at least 25 in English; relevant work experience and/or mature age entry; previously qualified with a Diploma of Children's Services.
International students require overall Academic IELTS 7.0 (across all bands), Pearson PTE Academic 58 overall, or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency.
If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
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