Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Western Sydney University
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About
The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) is designed as an initial teacher qualification, equipping graduates with the specialist knowledge and skills to teach effectively in early childhood settings with children from birth to 5 years.
Areas of study
Education and Teaching.
Career opportunities
Early childhood teacher, preschool teacher, early education and care teacher, centre manager/director, children’s services community leader, playgroup facilitator/coordinator, curriculum designer.
Professional recognition
This program is accredited through the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). Graduates will meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers at the Graduate level as required by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
Practical experience
Students will complete three professional experience subjects over the course of the program for a total of 80 days. TEAC 2023 Engaging in Early Childhood Education includes 20 field visit days; TEAC 3050 Professional Practice Birth-3 years includes a professional experience placement for 25 days; and TEAC 4009 Professional Practice 3-5 years includes a professional experience placement for 35 days.
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Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Two units of HSC English and two units of HSC Mathematics.
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
Other applicants
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the Western Sydney University website.
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Course information
All classes are offered during the day unless otherwise specified.
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Expressions of interest in the course will be taken during the UAC application process. Eligible students who express an interest and receive an offer to another Western Sydney University course will be invited to join the Bachelor of Entrepreneurship.
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