Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (Honours)

The Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (Honours) programme incorporates introductory and advanced curriculum courses, with a strong social justice and leadership focus. Practical placement experiences in the nursery and pre-school settings are also provided. As a graduate of the programme, you will acquire the skills of an outstanding early childhood educator, a professional decision-maker, an ethical leader, and a practical and critical thinker.  You will develop competencies that allow you to develop and deliver pre-school curricula that incorporate innovative strategies to engage children and their families in meaningful learning.  You will be able to advocate for children and their families, while also continuing your own professional development journey by reflecting on your professional practice.

As a graduate of this programme, you will acquire the skills of an outstanding early childhood educator, a professional decision maker, an ethical leader, and a practical and critical thinker. You will develop competencies that allow you to develop and deliver pre-school curricula that incorporate innovative strategies to engage children and their families in meaningful learning. You will be able to advocate for children and their families, while also continuing your own professional development journey by reflecting on your professional practice. The programme incorporates introductory and advanced curriculum courses, with a strong focus on social justice and leadership. Practical placement experiences in nursery and pre-school settings are also provided.

Career prospects for Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Graduates

Professional Opportunities

• Early Childhood Educator / Principal
• Child Care Supervisor / Principal
• Parent / Caregiver Educator
• Early Childhood Programme Specialist
• Child Care Referral Counselor
• Professional Development Specialist / Co-ordinator

Settings

• Early Childhood Setting
• Child Care Centre
• Family Resource Centre
• Government Ministries and Agencies
• Health Care Centre
• Children Discovery Centre

Other Related Careers

• Education Facilitator
• Educational Toys / Books / Materials Marketer / Consultant
• Creativity & Play Organizer
• Events Manager (Targeted To Children & Families)
• Early Learning Instructional Coach