The Associate Degree of Early Years Studies is an embedded exit point for either the Bachelor of Education (Early Years) or the Bachelor of Early Years Studies.
The course:
- is a two-year (full-time) associate degree that is available full or part-time
- provides the skills and industry qualifications to be employed as a qualified educator within children’s services (as registered with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development – DEECD)
- provides excellent practical skills developed through an extensive placement program
- provides knowledge of both contemporary and traditional research and thinking on children from birth to 8 years old with a specialisation on infants and toddlers
- helps students gain an understanding of the specific curriculum and educational needs of children in this age range and understanding of their role in supporting transitions across children’s services
- provides a sound understanding of the impacts of the global world on children and their families
- helps acquire relevant and contemporary skills and attitudes that best support all children’s growth and learning in today’s diverse world.
- helps acquire understanding within the professional context of children’s services and the ability to work as leading educators within them.
More Information:
- Frequently Asked Questions on Early Childhood Education degrees program at NMIT
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: HEFEADEYS
- Cricos Code: 073529G
Campus: Preston
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
Part-time:
4 years
This course includes a practicum component, equalling up to 184 days.
Part-time not available to International Students
Modes of Delivery
Offsite, Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
The Associate Degree of Early Years Studies is an embedded exit point for either the Bachelor of Education (Early Years) or the Bachelor of Early Years Studies.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Current and Non-Current VCE applicants: Minimum study score of 25 in one of the VCE units 3 and 4 English group of subjects; demonstrated personal attributes suitable for teaching; capacity to undertake work at degree level as demonstrated through participation in an interveiw and selection process including completion of a written task; Working With Children check (at enrolment).
SPECIAL/ALTERNATIVE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Diploma of Children's Services pathway: Successful completion of the Diploma of Children's Services (Early Childhood Education and Care); demonstrated personal attributes suitable for teaching; capacity to undertake work at a degree level as demonstrated through participation in an interview and selection process including completion of a written task; Working With Children check (at enrolment). Students granted entry to the course via this pathway will have a maximum of 6 credits available to them under the RPL agreement.
Mature Aged applicants (over 21 years): Demonstrated personal attributes suitable for teaching; capacity to undertake work at a degree level as demonstrated through participation in an interview and selection process including completion of a written task; consideration of success at secondary school and any further studies undertaken; Working With Children check (at enrolment).
Bachelor of Early Years Studies or Education (Early Years): Students who successfully complete the associate degree can apply for admission into the bachelor program. Students must show they meet the English and Maths admission requirements of these programs.
International Students:
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship - entry with a student visa (higher education) and demonstrate an overall Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (across all bands); successful completion of studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 education (minimum study score of 25 in one of the VCE units 3 and 4 English group of subjects or equivalent); demonstrated personal attributes suitable for teaching; capacity to undertake work at degree level as demonstrated through participation in an interview and selection process including completion of a written task; Working With Children check (to be completed in Australia on arrival) and made available before commencement of the course.
Bachelor of Early Years Studies or Education (Early Years): Students who successfully complete the associate degree can apply for admission into the bachelor program. Students must show they meet the English and Maths admission requirements of these programs.
Fees
Local Fees:
$12,000 pa. For more information on fees and charges, please contact the department.
International Fees:
AU$14,000.00 per year
How to Apply:
Local Students
Full-time:
To start this course, apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part-time.
International Students:
Click to download an Application for Enrolment Form.
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Please contact the International Office for the latest course information on +61 3 9269 1666.
Units of Study
Credit points are a basic measure of student workload. All subjects are given a credit point value. Most subjects at NMIT are 12 credit points. A normal full-time annual workload is 96 credit points. The academic year is divided into two main semesters; full-time students usually enrol in 48 credit points each semester, part time students usually enrol in 24 credit points each semester or less.
