Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Birth-12 years)

Avondale’s Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Birth-12 years) (BA/BTch (Birth-12 years)) is available on campus, or by distance education. This course is offered by distance for those currently working in childcare (only), making it even easier for students to fit study around your work and personal life.

Applicants who have completed a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent) in Australia may be eligible for advanced standing for some of the units in the course that focus on 0-5 years.

Areas of study

Teaching.

Career opportunities

Early childhood teacher, primary school teacher (prep or kindergarten to Year 6), preschool teacher, day care centre educational leader or nominated supervisor (after one year of teaching), family day care coordinator.
Graduates leave qualified to teach in the prior to school settings for birth - 5 years and in independent and state school systems in both Australia and overseas. In addition to education-related careers, teachers often find careers in the corporate world where organisational and relationship skills are valued by employers.

Practical experience

Professional experience placement requirements total 115 days (55 days in early childhood education and care and 60 days in a school setting).

Professional experience placements occur throughout all teaching programs. It is the student’s responsibility to be available at those times.

Pre-service teachers will experience a range of placement settings in private and community-based childcare services, public and independent schools, and one rural/regional school. Students are responsible for placement-related expenses, including accommodation and transport and other related costs.

Fees and charges

Refer to Avondale University latest fee information.