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Graduate Certificate of Early Childhood
Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Macquarie University Graduate Certificate of Early Childhood offers a research-led, evidence-based and practice-focused learning experience for educators seeking to deepen their expertise, with specialisations in Early Childhood, Education Leadership, Indigenous Education and Inclusive Education. The course develops advanced knowledge and skills across educational contexts, integrating theory with contemporary teaching and learning challenges, and equips participants to design, implement and evaluate effective educational programs and lead innovation in their education contexts. This award is part of Macquarie's Master of Education course family, listed and administered together with the Master of Education on the university's official course page.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Full time: 1 year. See the official Macquarie course page for the full unit-by-unit structure
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) TeacherANZSCO 241111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186, via AITSL assessment and state registration.
Assessed by Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or meet two of: an AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field, two years relevant work experience at senior management level or professional certification, or an AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification with a WAM of 65.
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