Bedford College
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Complete a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care at Bedford College and start a rewarding career in a booming high-growth sector.
Learn how to support, engage and teach young children in their formative years with a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, where you can make a real difference in the lives of children.
Delivery mode
Bedford College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Suite 211, 7-11 The Avenue, Hurstville
- 2 Columbia Court, Norwest, Sydney
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Successful completion of Year 10 (or equivalent)
No ATAR is required
Applicants undertake a Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment for the College to determine the level of assistance needed to support the student.
Requires a prerequisite of Cert III in Early Childhood Education & Care to study the Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Childcare Centre Manager
A Childcare Centre Manager oversees the daily running of childcare facilities such as long day care centres, occasional care facilities or a childc...
Early Childhood Educator
An Early Childhood Educator delivers educational programs for young children in a childcare facility. You might assist other childcare staff to cre...
Childcare Assistant
A Childcare Assistant cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre or an educational program. You might also work in a ho...
Childcare Director
A Childcare Director coordinates the daily activities at a childcare centre. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure a centre meets all complia...
Lead Educator
A Lead Educator cares for young children and babies in a childcare centre. You’ll prepare educational programs and organise activities that nurture...
Service Director
A Service Director oversees operations at a childcare centre or early childhood education facility. You’ll ensure a centre is running efficiently a...
Room Assistant
A Room Assistant looks after babies and young children at a childcare centre or early learning facility. You’ll supervise children and assist with...
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...
Childcare Worker
A Childcare Worker cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre, family day care or an educational program. You’ll work w...
About Bedford College
Established in 1943, Bedford College is proudly Australia’s longest operating private, not-for-profit vocational college. Throughout our almost 80 years of operation, we have trained thousands of students, from Australia and overseas, to be ready for employment.
Bedford is accredited by the Australian Government with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) as a Registered Training Organisation, and with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). Bedford is a not-for-profit, Charitable organisation registered with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission (ACNC).
