TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The TAFE NSW Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5) combines theory with real world practical skills. This degree has a strong focus on applied learning and provides a pathway to pursue a career as a qualified teacher in early childhood education. Combine your enjoyment for working with children, child development and pedagogical practices, ethics and social justice.

The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5) from TAFE NSW Higher Education will develop your understanding of contemporary research-based early childhood principles and practice. You’ll study children's development, language and literacies, STEM, Indigenous education, leadership, inclusive and gifted education, health and wellbeing, and the arts in the early years.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Frederick Street, Glendale
  • Eastern Road Quakers Hill
  • Cnr of Darley Road & King Street, Randwick
  • 11 College Avenue Oak Flats
  • 213 Pacific Highway, St Leonards
  • 651-731 Harris Street, Ultimo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) with English at HSC band 4 level or its equivalent. If you do not have a band 4 in English, you may need to complete an IELTS test at your own expense and achieve a band 6 in English to be eligible for entry to this degree OR

A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent OR

A Certificate IV or higher vocational qualification OR

Successful completion of at least one year full-time (or equivalent) study in a course at a higher education institution

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $39,360 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$39,360
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$39,360
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $39,360 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth-5) will prepare you for the following role.

Family Day Care Educator

A Family Day Care Educator runs a childcare service for children from their own home. You might deliver educational programs and organise activitie...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.