Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education

Course Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education is a postgraduate qualification designed for graduates seeking to develop the knowledge, skills and professional capabilities required to work as an early childhood teacher.

The course provides a strong foundation in early childhood development, curriculum and pedagogy, inclusive education, literacy and numeracy, health and wellbeing, family and community engagement, and professional practice. Students develop the ability to apply contemporary, evidence-based approaches to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing in diverse early childhood settings.

Intensive Block-Mode Learning – A Focused Pathway to Your Future

The Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education offers a focused and engaging learning experience delivered through an intensive block-mode format. Designed for graduates seeking a streamlined, fast-track pathway into early childhood education, the course enables students to develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional capabilities needed to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

Duration

Domestic Students – One Year

International Students – One Year

Study Mode

Block/Intensive Mode (Face-to-Face, On-Campus)

with Work Integrated Learning (Professional Experience Placement): 2 placements of 30 days each
(3 days/week, commencing Week 8 of each semester and continuing through Week 17)

Course Fee

$24,000 Total Course Fee | $14,000 /Semester | $3,500 /Unit

Entry Requirement

Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution (equivalent to AQF7)

English Proficiency

IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band less than 6, or an equivalent score on an alternative English test such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE), Cambridge Advanced English (CAE), and the Test of English for International Communications (TOEIC). The test result must not be older than 24 months from the date the course commenced.

Intakes

March, July

Delivery Location

Level 4, 303 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC 3000