AustraliaCertificate26 weeks

Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership

Southern Cross University (SCU)Lismore, Australia

Fee for international students

A$13,000 for the whole course (as of 2026)Source: CRICOS
Intakes
March
Duration
26 weeks
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Programme facts

Level
Certificate
Duration
26 weeks
Language of teaching
English
Study mode
Not published
Credits
Not published
Intakes
MarchTypical for this country

About this programme

This 6-month course (or one-year part-time) will equip current or aspiring leaders with the skills to provide quality early childhood education and care for children and their families. By emphasising leadership and associated pedagogical practices, educators will be provided with advanced knowledge and theory in leadership to navigate the evolving landscape of the early childhood sector- including regulations, financial and strategic planning, human resource management, operational oversight and innovative education practices. Students will learn positive leadership pedagogies and effective communication strategies to lead their team. Graduates will demonstrate advanced capacity in effective leadership for professional practice including understanding of social Indigenous and cultural diversity in early childhood education contexts.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS6.5 overall
Prerequisites
To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must meet the following course specific admission requirements:; A completed Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or equivalent; A completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (AQF5 or above),; A minimum of five years relevant work experience (undertaken within the last seven years) in an Australian early childhood education setting with related leadership responsibilities.
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Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.