Associate Degree of Early Years Studies
Associate Degree of Early Years Studies
Our Associate Degree of Early Childhood course is a supportive program with a personal approach that recognises students as individuals. It is a pathway into our Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary). Apply now to gain: the skills and professional qualification to be employed as a qualified educator within…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Our Associate Degree of Early Childhood course is a supportive program with a personal approach that recognises students as individuals.
It is a pathway into our Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary).
Apply now to gain:
the skills and professional qualification to be employed as a qualified educator within children’s services, as recognised by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
excellent practical skills developed through an integrated program.
knowledge about children from birth to 12 years, through a blend of structured classes and professional placements.
knowledge about educating children from birth to 12 years.
access to content of very contemporary material – there is a strong focus on social justice and equity, covering multiple perspectives.
On successful completion of the Associate Degree, you are able to articulate into our Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary).
CAREER PATHWAYS
Where will the Associate Degree of Early Years Studies take me?
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.
Study Pathways
The Associate Degree of Early Years Studies is both a pathway into and an embedded exit point for the Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary). Once you successfully complete the Associate Degree you may apply to complete the Bachelor of Education (Early Years and Primary).
REQUIREMENTS
Academic: Australian Year 12 equivalency, to include studies equivalent to VCE Units 1 and 2 Mathematics (Australian Year 11 or equivalent)
English: Academic IELTS 6.5 with no individual band below 6.5; Pearson PTE Academic 58 overall with no individual communicative skill below 50, or Melbourne Polytechnic recognized equivalency; TOEFL iBT: 83 overall (Writing: 24, Speaking: 20, Reading: 13, Listening: 12); Cambridge English Scale (Cambridge: First (FCE), Cambridge: Advanced (CAE), Cambridge: Proficiency (CPE)): 176 overall (individual bands: min: 169); Melbourne Polytechnic: ELICOS – 3+ ISLPR overall individual bands: min ISLPR 3.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Melbourne Polytechnic has been offering vocational education since 1912 in Melbourne. It also provides TAFE, certificate programs, diploma programs and higher education programs for international students. The institution welcomes international students from over 70 countries, across its seven campuses. Melbourne Polytechnic’s strong partnerships with leading organisations and industry-relevant degrees benefit students, and help them gain hands-on learning experience. Its services are of great use to students; starting from bookstores and libraries to restaurants and shops, students can access a range of amenities. In addition, the institution helps students find suitable accommodation options, including both on-campus and off-campus housing.
