Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching Course Code BECT26

All applicants must have a current Working with Children Check and Police Record Check.<p><strong>Domestic Students with Prior Higher Education Study</strong><br>Applicants who have previously commenced or completed subjects in a higher education course at a university or non-university higher education provider are encouraged to apply, regardless of when they studied.<br><strong>Advanced Standing (Credit Transfer)</strong><br>Applicants transferring from another education provider or changing to the Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching at Holmesglen may apply for advanced standing.<br>• Applications are assessed individually.<br>• Credit may be granted where previous subjects demonstrate equivalent content and learning outcomes relevant to the degree.<br>• Your complete academic record will be considered as part of the selection process.<p><strong>Domestic Students with Prior VET Study</strong><br>Applicants who have completed an Australian VET Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) will be considered for entry.<br><strong>Advanced Standing (Credit Transfer)</strong><br>Applicants who have completed the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care may be eligible for advanced standing.<br>• Credit is assessed on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the course leader.<br>• Your complete academic record will be considered as part of the selection process.<p><strong>Domestic Students with Work and Life Experience</strong><br>Applicants with relevant work and life experience are encouraged to apply if they:<br>• Completed secondary education more than two years before applying.<br>• Have not undertaken VET or higher education study since completing secondary education.<br>Relevant experience may include:<br>• Mature-age entry experience.<br>• Employment or professional experience.<br>• Community involvement.<br>• Other relevant life experiences.<br>• Participation in non-formal learning activities that support academic readiness or are relevant to the Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching.<p>Applicants should demonstrate relevant experience, including a minimum of five years' work experience in the early childhood industry or a related occupation, or the capacity to successfully undertake higher education.<p>Your complete academic record will also be considered as part of the selection process.<p><strong>Domestic Students with Recent Secondary Education</strong><br>Applicants are considered recent secondary students if they completed VCE (or an equivalent qualification) in the current year or within the previous two years.<br><strong>VCE (or Equivalent) Requirements</strong><br>The entry requirements specify:<br>• A study score of at least 25 in VCE Units 3 and 4 English (other than English as an Additional Language).<br>• A study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL).<br>• A study score of at least 25 in a VCE (or equivalent) mathematics unit.<br><strong>Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)</strong><br>Applicants may also be considered through the STAT pathway, which specifies:<br>• A minimum score of 150 in STAT Multiple Choice.<br>• A minimum score of 150 in STAT Written English.<br>For more information, visit <a href="https://stat.acer.org/au">STAT – Australian Council for Educational Research</a>.<p><strong>Additional Admission Requirements</strong><br>All applicants must:<br>• Literacy and numeracy assessment: Complete an assessment before enrolment or commencement to identify any additional learning support needs.<br>• Interview: Attend an interview as part of the selection process.<br>• Supporting documents: Provide certified copies of relevant qualifications.<br>• Academic history: Have their complete academic record considered as part of the selection process, where applicable.