Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
Why study the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) at UNE?
This degree builds on prior study to enable students to graduate with a three-year degree and it can form a pathway into our Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Students enter the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) at the third-year level, and complete one year of study. A student's previous studies and work experience make up the first two years of the degree as advanced standing (also known as 'Recognised Prior Learning').
The degree focuses on the birth to five-year-old age group, and provides students with additional opportunities to study, learn and reflect on education for young children, including 12 days of Professional Experience.
We know that lots of people who want to study are also working full-time, which why UNE offers this degree by distance education - giving students the flexibility to balance study with work, family and other commitments.
The Australian Government's Early Childhood agenda includes increasing the number of degree qualified staff in the sector, and are offering HECS-HELP debt bonuses to eligible students (eligibility is based on the place of employment as an Early Childhood Teacher and is for people working in rural and remote areas). For more information on this bonus visit http://www.deewr.gov.au/EarlyChildhood/Policy_Agenda/ and click on HECS-HELP Benefit under Early Childhood Workforce.
Note: Trimester 3 Off Campus: Part-time Only
Career Opportunities
The career opportunities for early childhood graduates are increasing every year, especially in regional, rural and remote areas of Australia.
Graduates of this degree can progress into a range of careers including early childhood teacher, director of child care centre, coordinator of family day care scheme, teacher-director of preschool, children's services trainer, early childhood consultant for non-profit organisation, assistant director of child and family service. Completion of the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) will also assist graduates to progress in their career and enhance their earning power.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
Up to 4 years Part-time1 Year Full-time
FEES
CSPInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
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How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).
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International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BTeach(ECE) | ||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | ||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP / International | ||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 144 | ||||||||||||
| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: 1. (a) have an Australian School Leaving qualification or equivalent; and (b) have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (or equivalent) after Australian School Leaving that is accepted by the School; and (c) have completed early childhood workplace experience comprising one year full-time (or equivalent) room leader experience after satisfying the requirements of (b) above or two years full-time (or equivalent) experience as a family day care accredited provider or an early childhood teacher assistant/aide or an accredited before and after school carer after satisfying the requirements of (b) above. OR 2. (a) have an Australian Year 10 qualification or equivalent; and (b) have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (or equivalent) after Australian Year 10 that is accepted by the School; and (c) have completed at least 5 years full-time (or equivalent) early childhood workplace experience after satisfying the requirements of (b) above. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | This course includes 12 days of Professional Experience. Prohibited Employment Declaration and Probity Checks: In response to the New South Wales Department of Education and Training's requirement to meet legal obligations in respect to the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998 and the Child Protection (prohibited Employment) Act 1998, the Faculty of Education, Health and Professional Studies has guidelines regarding students undertaking field experience. All students are required to declare whether they are a prohibited person by completing a Prohibited Employment Declaration prior to their professional experience placement. In addition, the New South Wales Department of Education and Training has introduced probity (criminal record) checks for all student teachers participating in unsupervised situations with school students. Education Queensland and ACT Department of Education require probity checks for all students undertaking any school experience in Queensland or ACT. Probity checks may be carried out prior to students undertaking any school experience. Candidates should be aware that they will be subject to probity checks on behalf of potential employers after completing the course and prior to receiving clearance to function as an independent classroom teacher. These requirements are subject to change. Current information and further information (including requirements for other states) can be obtained at: http://www.une.edu.au/education/profexp/letter-to-students.php |
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| Advanced Standing | Candidates who have completed a Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent (offered by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)) and relevant work experience shall be granted block advanced standing for 96 credit points. |
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| Academic Colours |
Violet (BCC 179) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
1. (a) have an Australian School Leaving qualification or equivalent; and
(b) have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (or equivalent) after Australian School Leaving that is accepted by the School; and
(c) have completed early childhood workplace experience comprising one year full-time (or equivalent) room leader experience after satisfying the requirements of (b) above or two years full-time (or equivalent) experience as a family day care accredited provider or an early childhood teacher assistant/aide or an accredited before and after school carer after satisfying the requirements of (b) above..
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2. (a) have an Australian Year 10 qualification or equivalent; and
(b) have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (or equivalent) after Australian Year 10 that is accepted by the School; and
(c) have completed at least 5 years full-time (or equivalent) early childhood workplace experience after satisfying the requirements of (b) above..
Advanced Standing
Candidates who have completed a Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent (offered by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)) and relevant work experience shall be granted block advanced standing for 96 credit points.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points including 12 days of professional experience.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete the program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Block advanced standing granted for those candidates who have completed a Diploma in Children's Services (offered by a Registered Training Organisation) or equivalent and relevant work experience. | 96 cps |
| Core Units | 48 cps |
| Professional Experience: 12 days | - |
| Listed Units | 0 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education).
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.