Early Childhood Education, Bachelor

Deakin’s Bachelor of Early Childhood Education equips aspiring educators to explore curriculum theories, child development, health, wellbeing, diversity, and teaching in areas like literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts. Through the Professional Experience Program, students complete placements in various early childhood settings, gaining practical skills to teach children from birth to five years and preparing them for the growing Australian sector.This three-year degree offers a fast-track path with potential scholarships from the Victorian Department of Education and Training. Taught by experienced experts, the program ensures relevance through industry collaboration and includes at least 80 days of supervised placements. It is approved by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) as a teaching qualification, providing credit pathways from TAFE diplomas and flexible online study options for work-life balance.