Melbourne Polytechnic

Associate Degree of Early Years Studies

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Our Associate Degree of Early Childhood course is a supportive program with a personal approach that recognises students as individuals.

This qualification leads to careers including room leader/educator in long day care, kindergarten assistant, out of school hours/vacation care and Occasional care as registered with Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority ACECQA.

With further studies in the Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary), further careers in Education including primary school teacher.

Delivery mode

Melbourne Polytechnic offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 77 St Georges Rd, Preston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Course Admission Requirements

  • Are required to attend an interview, demonstrating personal attributes suitable for the teaching profession.

Applicants with recent secondary education (Current Year 12 or within the past two years)

  • Must achieve a study score of at least 25 in one of the VCE Units 3/4 English group of subjects as part of Year 12 VCE.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET/TAFE) Study (including Diploma ECEC)

  • Must achieve a study score of at least 25 in one of the VCE Units 3/4 English group of subjects as par tof Year 12 VCE.
    - Applicants may demonstrate the equivalence by completing the multiple-choice component of the Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT).
    - Applicants who have successfully completed a Diploma ECEC may be awarded credits to a maximum of one year towards the Bachelor degree.

Applicants with Prior Higher Education Study

  • A completed or partial completion of a Bachelor degree level qualification may satisfy AcademicPre-requisites

Applicants with work and life experience

  • Applicants may demonstrate the equivalence by completing the multiple-choice component of the Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT).

Prior to Enrolment (Professional Placement)

  • Must possess a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencing placement.
  • Must comply with the COVID-19 vaccination status in line with the Department of Education and Training mandate.

Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT)

  • Applicants must not have been enrolled in secondary studies for at least two years.
  • Applicants for our course should apply for theSTAT multiple choice.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $40,400 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 2 Years
Estimated fee* $40,400 $0

Career opportunities

The Associate Degree of Early Years Studies will prepare you for the following roles.

About Melbourne Polytechnic

Melbourne Polytechnic offers a different way to learn. We have been delivering vocational training since 1912 and we're one of the largest providers in Victoria.