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Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership
Southern Cross University, Lismore/Gold Coast/Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia
About this program
Ready to excel in early childhood education? This Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership focuses on innovative practices and emerging trends in early childhood education leadership. The 6-month course (or one-year part-time) will equip current or aspiring leaders with the skills to provide quality early childhood education and care for children and their families. By emphasising leadership and associated pedagogical practices, educators will be provided with advanced knowledge and theory in leadership to navigate the evolving landscape of the early childhood sector- including regulations, financial and strategic planning, human resource management, operational oversight and innovative education practices. Students will learn positive leadership pedagogies and effective communication strategies to lead their team. Graduates will demonstrate advanced capacity in effective leadership for professional practice including understanding of social Indigenous and cultural diversity in early childhood education contexts. This course was co-designed in collaboration with the early childhood sector to meet the needs of early childhood education professionals. Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership will provide entry to, and one unit of credit towards, the Southern Cross University Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood) or Master of Teaching (Early Childhood Education).
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- EDUC5014Early Childhood Leadership and Legal Responsibilities
- EDUC5015Early Childhood Effective Communication in Leadership
- EDUC6021Early Childhood Strategy
- Operations and Financial Management
- EDUC6022Early Childhood Governance and Workforce Leadership
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
ATAR: Not applicable. To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 core units.
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