Combining the two teaching disciplines of early education and primary education, this four-year Bachelor's program equips you to teach children from early childhood until they reach Year 6. In addition to regular classroom sessions, you will also benefit from a well-constructed practical teaching component which will see you gaining valuable experience in a variety of settings, including early childhood and primary school environments. Consistently voted by former students as the best program of its type in Australia our Bachelor of Education (Birth to 12 Years) degree combines two distinct teaching disciplines. As a result, graduates are accredited to teach in both early childhood and primary school sectors. Completed in four years of full-time study, this degree includes a significant practical work placement component of approximately 30 weeks. Fully accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA), the Bachelor of Education (Birth to 12 Years) covers courses such as Child Development, Information and Communication Technologies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies and Leadership and Management, and Learning Environments. You will also study all the key K-6 learning areas such as History, Geography, Arts, English, Mathematics and Science. Our program places a strong emphasis on practical classroom skills. Thanks to our professional experience component, you will gain valuable teaching experience in prior-to-school and primary school settings. Placements occur in all four years of your degree. Career opportunities The following careers are open to graduates of this program: Early childhood including long day care, family day care, pre-schools, after-hours care Primary school settings Primary school settings Community and government organisations Professional accreditation This degree is fully accredited with The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).