Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Become a Childhood Educator to provide nurturing, meaningful and inclusive education and care to children to support their development in the early years.
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations.
Campus Information
Sydney City
With over 6m people, near-perfect weather, and its famed Opera House, Sydney is one of the world’s favourite cities! ihBC Sydney is located in heart of the Central Business District CBD, a 5 minute walk from the Queen Victoria Building and 10 minutes from both Town Hall and Wynyard train station. There are bus stops directly in front of the campus.
Melbourne
ihBC Melbourne is located in the heart of the Melbourne Central Business District, on level 6 of a beautifully renovated building. Public transport stops directly in front of the building. Cafes, restaurants and shops surround the building and area. With a population of over 5 million, and architecture and style often compared to Europe, students will enjoy the casual, classy and affordable lifestyle offered in Melbourne.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Potential Career Opportunities
- Lead Educator
- Lead Kindergarten Educator
- Lead Pre-school Educator
- Service Manager/Director
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Be a minimum of 18 yrs. of age
- Minimum of ROSA (Record of School Achievement) or equivalent LLN
- International students must have an IELTS or equivalent score of 6.0 and with no less than 5.5
- Access to a laptop or tablet for home and classroom use
Note: LLN equivalent for international students is a 10-week ELICOS course.
- Course Code: 116261D
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 11 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
12400 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A