Early Childhood Education Courses - Prisms Education & Visa Services

Early Childhood Education Courses Available

Undergraduate Courses Postgraduate Courses

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (3-4 years full-time): Prepares students to become early childhood educators (ages 0–5) or primary school teachers (early years).

Dual Degree Options: Combine Early Childhood with Primary Education for broader career opportunities.

Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education: For students with a non-education bachelor’s degree looking to qualify as early childhood teachers.

Master of Teaching (Early Childhood): Provides advanced teaching skills and qualifications for leadership roles in education.

Entry Requirements:

Academic Qualifications:

Undergraduate: High school certificate or equivalent.
Postgraduate: Bachelor’s degree in any field or related discipline.

English Language Proficiency:

IELTS: Overall, 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) for most universities.
TOEFL iBT: Minimum 79.

Work Placement Requirements:

Practical placements are mandatory, requiring working with children check clearance and first aid certification (may include CPR).

Permanent Residency (PR) Pathways for Early Childhood Educators

Early childhood teaching is in demand in Australia and listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), making it a viable pathway to PR.

Skill Assessment:

Conducted by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL).

Requires a recognized qualification, English proficiency, and supervised teaching experience.

Eligible PR Visa Options:

Early Childhood Teachers (ECTs) in Australia have several PR pathways based on their qualifications, skills, and experience:

General Skilled Migration (GSM):

ECTs can apply for PR through a points-based system if they meet the necessary criteria, including qualifications, work experience, and language proficiency.
Eligible visas include the Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190).

State Sponsorship:

Some Australian states and territories sponsor early childhood teachers to fill local workforce gaps, offering an opportunity to obtain PR through the Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190).

Regional Sponsorship:

Working in regional areas of Australia provides additional points and eligibility for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491), which can lead to permanent residency after 3 years.

Employer Sponsorship:

ECTs can be sponsored by an Australian employer for a permanent role, enabling them to apply for PR through the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (subclass 186).

Each pathway has specific eligibility criteria, including skills assessments, work experience, and meeting age and language requirements.

Job Titles in Demand

Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
Childcare Center Manager
Special Needs Educator

Benefits of Studying Early Childhood Education in Australia

High Demand Occupation: Growing need for qualified educators, especially in regional areas.
Attractive Salaries: Average salary for early childhood teachers is AUD 65,000–85,000 annually.
Flexible Work and Study Options: Many courses offer part-time or online learning.
Integrated PR Pathway: Combines education and work experience to meet migration requirements.

Institutions Offering Early Childhood Education Programs