Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) – Diploma to Teaching Pathway

About the course

This accelerated Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) pathway recognises a completed Australian Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care and relevant industry experience, enabling you to qualify as an Early Childhood Teacher in two years. Developed with the NSW Department of Education, it blends play-based curriculum design with professional experience placements, including options in your workplace. Flexible on-campus and online study helps you balance work and study in early childhood education.

Career outcome

Graduates can work as qualified early childhood teachers in preschool and long day care settings, supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and development through play-based programs. The degree builds professional practice through supervised placements and strengthens skills in planning, teaching and assessment for early years. Career pathways include early childhood teacher roles and broader education leadership opportunities within early childhood services and community education in the education and teaching sector.

Living Costs in Parramatta**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)