If you have always wanted to become a teacher, then Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) will give you the opportunity to experience teaching firsthand and give you the perfect start to your career.

Obtain extensive workplace experience

Engage in workplace learning experiences in educational settings, and become a confident and job-ready graduate. Learn to work with parents, communities and other educational stakeholders. You'll also strengthen your skills in communication, leadership and special needs through workshops and in workplaces that cater to the needs of children in both rural and urban settings.

Study under internationally recognised educators

Our dedicated academics will equip you with the professional skills required to become a teacher who fosters positive development and learning in children in childcare services, preschools and primary schools. Our academics' wealth of experience will help you develop the awareness of social, cultural and developmental issues that teachers require.

Gain a global perspective

You'll have the option to participate in an international student placement. An international placement will allow you to gain a wealth of practical teaching experience in countries such as Vanuatu and Nepal. You'll also gain insight into different cultures and educational methods, adding further skills to your teaching toolkit.

Learn in professional facilities

You'll obtain extensive experience using the latest equipment and techniques found in schools and early childhood services. Charles Sturt University's facilities include computer laboratories and specialist curriculum rooms for early childhood, creative arts, language, science, numeracy and human movement. Subjects are supported by online technology to ensure you have access to the latest ideas and research from around the world. There are opportunities to gain skills in the production of media appropriate to teaching a range of children, and to evaluate the impact of media in learning.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Teacher

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) course is accredited by two professional bodies:

1. The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accredits the course against the requirements of the Australian Institute of Teachers and School Leadership. This course is nationally accredited by NESA until 31 December 2019 and re-accreditation is pending.

2. The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) accredits the course against the national quality standards for early childhood.  ACECQA has re-accredited the course as an Early Childhood teaching qualification from 30 April 2019 onwards pending NESA re-accreditation.