Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Overview
Our Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is ideal if you already hold a non-education three-year bachelor degree and wish to start a diverse and rewarding teaching career in early childhood. Upon completion of this course, you will be eligible to teach across the Australian Curriculum in the Preparatory Year to Year 2 in Australian primary schools as well as in early childhood settings such as long day care settings and kindergartens.
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is an initial teacher education course that will prepare you to demonstrate the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (Graduate Career Stage) and apply for provisional registration with the Queensland College of Teachers, the administering body in Queensland. You'll be equipped to teach across the Australian Curriculum in the Preparatory Year to Year 2 in Australian primary schools and in early childhood settings (long day care settings and kindergartens/pre-prep).
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is an approved course with the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) for employment purposes as an early childhood teacher in childcare/early learning centres and kindergartens.
In addition to building the professional knowledge and skills required to teach, the course is designed to foster dispositions for engaging in and contributing to the teaching profession through a commitment to ongoing professional learning. The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) includes a specialisation in English, providing you with knowledge and skills in this specialisation area and appealing to your future employers. Plus, you will benefit from work-integrated learning opportunities built into each term of study based on a full-time study load, ensuring you are building real-world skills in the classroom and developing your confidence.
The design of this course utilises CQUniversity’s three-term structure, enabling the course to be completed in 1.5 years full-time so you can start your teaching career sooner. A part-time pathway is also available.
If you undertake an initial teacher education course such as the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood), you must complete both components of the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) with a result of “Standard Achieved” to be eligible for graduation. As per the national guidelines for teacher registration, you must attempt both the Literacy and Numeracy tests in your first year of study. You will need to have met the "Standard Achieved" requirement to be eligible to register for the two linked final placements of Professional Praxis 3 and Professional Praxis 4.
This course can only be studied within Australia.
Study Experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Fast-track Option
- Flexible Online Study
- Work-integrated learning
Career Opportunities
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is an initial postgraduate pre-service teacher education course for those who aim to pursue a career as a primary school teacher. Graduates are qualified to teach from Prep to Year 2. In addition, graduates are qualified to work in long day care settings and kindergartens with children from birth to school age.
Graduates of the course can apply for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers and are qualified to teach in State, Catholic and Independent schools throughout Australia.
The course is also recognised as a teaching qualification for employment in educational settings internationally, however additional requirements may apply in some locations.
Graduates of this course have developed significant skills that enhance employment opportunities in other sectors. In combination with work experience and personal qualities, graduates may pursue employment in a variety of career paths including:
- government departments (e.g. family services, education and health)
- education administration
- community development roles
- workplace training developers
Structure & Availability
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.
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Your Course
You must complete 17 units (96 credits):
- 1The core structure (17 units)
Unit Details
The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.
Course Planner
To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and when you will study each unit, check out our course planners.
Additional Information
Professional Praxis 1: Understanding learning contexts - EDFE20034
Supervised placement in a kindergarten context as per EDFE20034 Unit Profile
Professional Praxis 2: Supportive Learning Environments - EDFE20035
Supervised placement in a kindergarten context as per EDFE20035 Unit Profile
Professional Praxis 3: Enacting Learning and Teaching - EDFE20036
Supervised placement in a school context as per EDFE20036 Unit Profile
Professional Praxis 4: Transition to Teaching - EDFE20037
Supervised placement in a school context as per EDFE20037 Unit Profile
If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.
Requirements
To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
During Your Study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) depending on the type of place you are offered, for example, a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) or Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place. The indicative fee provided should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the cost-per-unit spreadsheet available on our fees webpage for the approved unit fees. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Supported Places
With Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this course in 2025, you may be eligible for significant fee savings, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
If you are not eligible for a CSP or if CSPs are full, you will be required to pay full fees.
HECS-HELP
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
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