If you're interested in becoming a primary school teacher, then gaining professional experience, passing compulsory literacy and numeracy tests, and the successful completion of higher education is a crucial part of your professional recognition and ability to work in schools. Gain all of this by completing an advanced diploma, specialising in physical education, social sciences and more!
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Certificate III in School Based Education Support and Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
The combined CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support + CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and support student learning in a range of classroom settings. By compl...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Teachers Assistant +3
Bachelor of Education (Physical & Health Education)
If you’re keen to pursue a career in physical and health education, the Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health Education) will provide you with the graduate qualification to become a PDHPE teacher. Based on the Graduate Outcome Survey 2021, ACPE wa...
Study Method Blended
Location Sydney New South Wales
Job Outcomes PDHPE secondary teacher +4
Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support CHC40221
The CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support equips you with the required experience, training and expertise to work in various education support jobs. This course reflects the role of workers who operate under the guidance of teachers...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Teacher Aide +3
Certificate III in School Based Education Support CHC30221
The CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support qualifies you to work under the guidance of teachers and professional educators in a variety of classroom settings. This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and s...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Teacher Aide +1
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Family Day Care) and Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121, CHC50121
The combined CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Family Day Care) + CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care equips you with the required experience, training and expertise to work in a variety of early childho...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Family Day Care Educator +9
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30221, CHC40221
The combined CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care + CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will earn you the required experience, training and expertise to work in a variety of early childhood education jobs. T...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Long Day Care Educator +8
Bachelor of Dance Education
Australia’s first Bachelor of Dance Education! Delivered through ACPE, this is a specialist professional qualification that is unique in Australia. Units are provided by highly qualified and experienced professionals, empowering you with all the knowle...
Study Method Blended, In-class, Online
Location Sydney New South Wales
Job Outcomes Dance teacher (secondary sch... +4
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Family Day Care) CHC30121
Begin the pathway to a meaningful and rewarding career as an Early Childhood Educator. If working with children is your passion, the new Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Family Day Care) is the ideal foundation course for building...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Family Day Care Educator +3
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
This nationally recognised qualification is designed to help you develop in-demand skills and turn your passion for working with children into a successful career. Gain essential skills in areas such as how to communicate with children, support play an...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Early childhood educator +2
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121
Unlocking Your Potential with a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This nationally recognised diploma offers you specialised knowledge and skills required to work in regulated children’s education and care services. Whether you’re looking t...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Room leader +2
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Melb Only) CHC50121
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is a highly sought-after qualification within the early childhood education sector. Upon completion, graduates will have the skills and knowledge to become a lead educator in delivering Early Childhood...
Study Method Online, Virtual
Location Melbourne Victoria
Job Outcomes Room leader/Lead Educator +6
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Melb Only) CHC30121
This qualification covers the fundamentals of early childhood development, education and care and is the minimum legal requirement for every childcare worker in Australia. Upon completion, you will have the skills, knowledge and experience to plan acti...
Study Method Online
Location Melbourne Victoria +1
Job Outcomes Early Learning Educator +4
Certificate III in School-Based Education Support (Perth Only) CHC30213
Are you interested in becoming a teacher’s aide? Work with teachers to create a comfortable and supportive environment for children’s learning. You will ensure lessons run smoothly while also developing the student’s literacy, numeracy and resear...
Study Method In-class
Location Perth Western Australia +2
Job Outcomes Home Tutor +4
Double Certificate III and Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121 / CHC50121
The double CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care course will give you the career boost you need to get ahead in the child care industry. As a minimum, child care wo...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Early Childhood Educator +6
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Melbourne Only) CHC50121
Are you passionate about offering children the best opportunities for their individual development? Our CHC50121 – Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care course is designed to train students in all aspects of childcare, from providing for care t...
Study Method Blended, In-class
Location Melbourne Victoria +5
Job Outcomes Early Childhood Educator +4
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Melbourne Only) CHC30121
This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing and development in the context of an approved learning...
Study Method Blended, In-class
Location Melbourne Victoria +5
Job Outcomes Early Childhood Educator +4
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care CHC50121
This course is designed for individuals aspiring to be educators in the field of Early Childhood Education and Care, particularly within the regulated framework of children’s education and care services in Australia. Participants will be equipped to ta...
Study Method Blended, Online, Virtual
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Assistant Director/Director ... +6
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121
Dive into a realm filled with potential and growth with our CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, tailored for those eager to make a significant impact on children’s early years. This certification encapsulates the vital role...
Study Method Blended, Online, Virtual
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Long Day Care Educator +3
Master of Teaching (Primary Education)
Good teachers do more than teach. Good teachers create classrooms where teachers and students care about each other, where there is equity and opportunity, where the foundations for success are set and where a lifelong love of learning begins. VU Onlin...
Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Teacher
Bachelor of Dance Practice
The Bachelor of Dance Practice is a specialised degree that will equip you with the skills and experience to become a professional in the dance industry. The course develops artistry, choreography, performance, educational and organisational skills for...
Study Method Blended, In-class
Location Sydney New South Wales
Job Outcomes Dance artist (company dancer... +9
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What is a Bachelor of Education (Primary)?
A Bachelor of education is an undergraduate degree that you’re required to complete before being able to work as a teacher. You can choose a specialisation in either primary or secondary education, or in both. Education students are expected to complete a number of core units, as well as some elective units, and be able to complete competency tests in maths and English language proficiency.
All students also need to complete a professional experience placement, where they’ll work on-campus within a school to gain primary education work experience, as well as attaining a working with children check, issued by the Australian government.
During a Primary School Bachelor of education, you’ll learn and be tested on a number of areas, with coursework including:
- Initial teacher education
- Commonwealth requirements for teachers
- How to teach special education as a primary teacher
- How to create different learning environments
- How to complete a professional placement
- Guides on completing proficiency requirements
- Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Working with domestic students vs. international students or those with English language requirements
- Ways to inspire student contribution in class
- Improving selection rank results
Teachers are expected to keep up with the newest teaching technologies and studies, so you may want to continue with teacher education courses even after you’ve completed your bachelor.
Teachers are required to complete work experience in a commonwealth supported place.
What you’ll learn
The Bachelor of Education (Primary) will teach you everything there is to know about educating primary school students and will ensure that you are set up for success. Among many other things, you’ll learn how to get the best out of students and ensure that they reach their optimum level of performance.
Entry requirements for a Bachelor of Education (Primary):
Admission requirements differ depending on the school of education you attend. The simplest way to enrol in tertiary study is to complete high school and get the required atar for the current year, and enter directly into a bachelor’s or associate degree. You will likely still be required to be able to prove your English proficiency, basic maths understanding and other pre-education studies, although many high school graduates would complete these easily.
Alternatively, you can complete a university pathway through TAFE or another registered training organisation. This may mean completing a Certificate or Diploma in primary teaching first and then move onto university. This may also require you to complete a STAT (Special tertiary admissions test).
How to study:
There is a range of ways to study a Bachelor of Education (Primary). Many courses, either university or a TAFE course, offer both part-time and full-time study options, so that future students can choose a pace that suits them best. If you study at an Australian institute, you benefit from advanced technology, initial teacher education students
Some schools also offer recognition of prior learning, so if you’ve completed previous studies with transferable information, you may be able to use those credit points towards your bachelor of education. Equally, if you’ve previously worked in a school or in childcare, the academic requirements or course structure may be able to be altered in recognition of that.
If you’re an international student (including from New Zealand) you need to check with CRICOS to find out about student visas, CRICOS codes, study load options, and IELTS requirements.
Career outcomes
A Bachelor of Education (Primary) graduate can find employment as a:
- Primary School Teacher
- Primary School Principal
- Education Administrator
- Policy Development Officer
For more information about tuition fees, career opportunities, early childhood education, first-year and second-year units, the AQF, start dates and more, enquire about a specific course listed above!
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