Program summary
Program title: Graduate Certificate in Early Phase of Learning
Award abbreviation: GCEarlyLearning
Degree type: coursework
Mode of study: on campus
Duration: 1 year minimum part-time, 2 years maximum part-time. Program only available part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, postgraduate coursework places
Total courses: 4
USC program code: ED503
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa
Highlights
Extend your teaching skills and increase your employment flexibility.
Gain an understanding of how younger children develop and learn in rich early-years environments. The Graduate Certificate in Early Phase of Learning is a graduate qualification for registered teachers who wish to work in early childhood settings (Prep–Year 3), but are not trained as early childhood teachers. The program provides in-depth knowledge of early learning priorities, research, and policy and practices including literacy and numeracy skills. You must complete four specific early-years courses.
Enhance your understanding of the human growth process in relation to the learning styles and needs of young children. Examine theories and models of English language teaching, and engage in studies of how to teach reading, writing and oral language strategies to children. Investigate the teaching of mathematics using the most current research, and learn to develop effective teaching strategies, assessment and reporting, particularly in the concepts of number, basic operations and measurement.
Admission requirements
Students will need to hold a successful undergraduate degree in Education or a Graduate Diploma in Education.
Note: this certificate alone does not lead to teacher registration. It is for teachers already qualified for registration in Queensland.
Students from a non-English speaking background will be required to attain an IELTS level of 7 in each category of the test. Equivalent scores from other forms of English language testing will also be considered.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1,2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Scroll down to your relevant Program Structure.
Program requirements and notes
- Students are required to successfully complete four courses as specified in the Graduate Certificate in Early Phase of Learning program structure.
- Refer to related policies, rules, plans and procedures.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including, for example, essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests, and examinations.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU305 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction | |||
| EDU340 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of English Literature | |||
| EDU641 Talking History: Memory and the Past | |||
| EDU652 Human Development and Early Learning |
TOTAL UNITS 48
The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.
Enquiries
How to apply
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5456 5124
Email: Education@usc.edu.au