Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Research

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Research is a coursework program that provides an introduction to research methodology. Students will build their knowledge and research skills through collaborative and thoughtful design that is contextual and relevant to local and global communities. The course utilises industry-based learning as research and enables participants to design and complete a self-study/action research project with a focus on early childhood.

Why Study Early Childhood Research?

• Build your early childhood expertise: Uncover new ideas, understandings, and knowledge about how early childhood research contributes to addressing local and global issues.
• Delve into a topic you're passionate about: Design and complete a research project with a focus on early childhood.
• Enjoy the flexibility of studying online with the support of a mentor and an engaged cohort: This 100% online course utilises the Collective Model to support students throughout the course.

Who is this Course For?

The course is suitable for practicing early childhood educators and teachers, school teachers, policy makers, administrators/directors, and university academics looking to upskill, build their capacity in undertaking early childhood research, create informed and responsive policy and decisions, and engage in continuous improvement practices in classrooms and beyond.

Internationally Recognised Lecturers

The university is home to a number of internationally recognised education experts, and is at the cutting edge of teaching and research.

Course Details

Duration and Location

• Duration: 1 year part-time
• Location: Online

Fees

• Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available

Related Study Areas

• Education
  • General studies in education

Acknowledgement

The university acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which they work, learn, and live. They pay respect to Elders past, present, and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy.