Early childhood education & education support

There is strong need for care and support workers in education settings, including childcare, kindergartens, schools, and community services.
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There is strong need for care and support workers in education settings, including childcare, kindergartens, schools, and community services.

You'll graduate ready to step straight into these roles, with workplace experience and expertise in children's learning needs.

Browse our early childhood education & education support courses

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Student support programs
Explore the programs we offer at VU to help kickstart your career journey into early childhood education.
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VU stories

Sarah Hamidavi.
Teaching the next generation of learners
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
"I appreciate everyone’s support and assistance throughout my study; I will repay their kindness and generosity by educating young citizens and helping the community."
I appreciate everyone’s support and assistance throughout my study; I will repay their kindness and generosity by educating young citizens and helping the community.
Sara's story
Jenifer Halim
Inspiring future generations
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113 (now CHC30125), Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50113 (now CHC50125)
"The diploma requires all students to do five placements in real childcare settings and a First Aid course, which means I’m able to gain a lot more experience than I ever would be able to back home."
The diploma requires all students to do five placements in real childcare settings and a First Aid course, which means I’m able to gain a lot more experience than I ever would be able to back home.
Jenifer's story