Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood)-115298K

Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood)

Southern Cross University; The Hotel School

CRICOS CodeCRICOS Code:115298K
Course TypeCourse Type:Graduate Diploma
Southern Cross University; The Hotel School
2026
  • Total Tuition Fee28,000 AUD
  • Course Duration1.0 Year (52 weeks)
  • Last Updated02-12-2025
Priority 1 (Fastest)
Sufficient school places|Visa Approval Time: 1-2 weeks for fast visa approval
Data updated: 2025-12-05
Introduction
Early childhood education is an immensely satisfying career and a precious opportunity to give children the very best start in life.Within 10 months, our Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood) will prepare you to work in early childhood education and care services, long day care centres, and preschools.Our course covers key areas of early childhood education and care, theory, principles and practices that best support children’s learning and development. Admission into the course is via an undergraduate degree in any discipline, including a teaching qualification. This course includes 60 days (480 hours) professional experience learning via placement in early childhood education settings. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on Faculty of Education Professional Experience Requirements website, must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning days must be completed, and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Course LinkCourse Link:https://www.scu.edu.au/study/courses/graduate-diploma-in-education-early-childhood-1107425/2025/
Key Dates
2025
  • Start Date03-03
  • Start Date06-02
  • Start Date08-04
  • Start Date10-06

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IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
6.5
Speaking
6.5
Reading
6.5
Writing
6.5
Overall
6.5