Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Studies (7181)
- Approved Abbreviation: UGCertECSt
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 7181
- AQF Level: 5
This program provides students with foundational knowledge in childhood developmental theory, psychology, and diversity, and mathematical principles required for educators. The program is designed as an entry qualification into the field of Early Childhood that will provide students with broad knowledge that they can apply to a professional context.
This program provides a pathway for students into a Diploma of Arts Extended (Pathway to Teaching Birth-5 Birth-12).
Study Mode
Six months full-time.
Program Advice
UG Certificate course enquries
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
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Online | Full Time | Online | See above |
Admission
This program is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents who are aged 17 years or over and not currently enrolled in or completing Year 12 in the same year of intended admission.
For more information on applying please see the link to The College admission pages below.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 40 credit points including the subjects listed below.
Subject | Title | Credit Points |
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TEAC 1041 | The Developing Child (Block) | 10 |
TEAC 1040 | Mathematical Patterns and Relationships (Block) | 10 |
TEAC 2064 | Contemporary Childhoods (Block) | 10 |
HUMN 1065 | Diversity, Language and Culture (Block) | 10 |
Total Credit Points | 40 |