Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood)

About the course

This Graduate Diploma prepares graduates to work in early childhood education and care, supporting children’s learning and development in settings such as long day care, kindergartens and preschools. Delivered with practical focus, it covers core early childhood theory, principles and effective teaching practices and includes 60 days of supervised professional experience placement. It can provide a pathway to further study in the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood).

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for professional roles in early childhood education and care across services such as long day care centres, kindergartens and preschools. The course builds capability to support children’s development and learning through evidence-informed practice and substantial supervised placement experience. It suits those seeking to transition into early childhood education settings or strengthen professional standing and progress toward further qualification pathways in early childhood teaching.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)