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The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Educational Leadership) prepares you to become a qualified early childhood teacher while developing the leadership capabilities needed to influence teaching practice, support educators and lead high-quality early learning environments.
Graduate with the qualifications to teach in early childhood settings while building advanced leadership skills. Improve teaching practice, support educators and help shape high-quality learning environments to respond to the evolving needs of children, families and communities.
Designed for experienced early childhood educators, the pathway towards this master of teaching recognises your existing qualifications and professional experience, building on what you already know. Through a structured progression of study, you’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills to become a registered early childhood teacher before advancing your expertise in educational leadership.
Who is this course for?
How you’ll study
Contemporary early childhood teaching: Develop the knowledge and practical skills to create engaging teaching experiences to support learning in meaningful ways.
Educational leadership: Build the leadership capabilities needed to support educators, guide teams and contribute to high-quality early learning environments.
Teaching, assessment and professional practice: Learn how to design, implement and assess educational programs that support children’s learning and development within early childhood settings.
Inclusive and culturally responsive education: Explore inclusive teaching approaches, culturally responsive practice and ways to build respectful partnerships with families and communities.
Research and evidence-based practice: Learn how to critically evaluate educational challenges and apply data-based approaches to improve learning environments.
‘The benefit of studying online with Swinburne Online has allowed me to schedule my time efficiently and effectively around [my life]. I have been provided with a world-class education led by industry leaders and professionals.’
Kate, Swinburne Online Education graduate
As a Early Childhood Teacher, you’ll have a strong future ahead of you, with a 21.6% job growth increase expected in the next five years. (SEEK 2026)
Our postgraduate education courses have been awarded a five-star rating for overall experience, skills development, student support and teaching quality.
Our postgraduate education courses have been awarded a five-star rating for overall experience, skills development, student support and teaching quality.
To be awarded the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Educational Leadership) you must complete 10 units in total made up of:
If you hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and are eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of capability (ROC), you can complete the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Educational Leadership) in two years of full-time study. The first year consists of the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching, while the second year focuses on educational leadership. Alternatively, you can study part-time over a longer period to suit your lifestyle.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Receive 12 months of direct credit via RPL for your completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
The ROC Experience (Recognition of Capability)
You will be enrolled into the Bachelor of Educational Studies and use the ROC process to validate your existing professional competencies for academic credit.
Year One
Complete the ACECQA-approved Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching and become eligible to apply for registration as an early childhood teacher. This year comprises four double credit point units and 60 days of supervised professional experience, providing hands-on teaching experience across early childhood education and kindergarten settings.
Completion of Master’s
Finalize your journey with the Master of Early Childhood and Educational Leadership, fulfilling the 4-year higher education requirement for NESA and leadership roles. Which consists of two double credit units and four single credit units.
Applicants are required to meet the following entry requirement:
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Educational Leadership)? Get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
Applicants are required to meet the following entry requirement:
Want to discuss your eligibility for the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Educational Leadership)? Get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
FEE-HELP provided loans are available to assist eligible students to pay their course fees and there are a range of university, government and privately funded scholarships and prizes.
There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.
Scholarships are available for both new and current students.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student Scholarships
There are a range of scholarships available to support Indigenous students in minimising the costs of study materials, accommodation, relocation and more.
How it works:
Please contact our Course Consultants to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Credit for prior study:
Good news — if you’re awarded academic credit for prior study, your course fees could be lower! This means a cheaper degree!
Services & amenities fee:
Domestic students also contribute to an annual student services and amenities fee. Visit Student Services and Amenities Fees for more information.
For more details on scholarships and financial support, speak with our Course Consultant team today!
With a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Educational Leadership) you can build a meaningful career in a growing profession. You'll be prepared for a range of roles after graduating (average annual salaries via SEEK), including:
Support the development of young children, typically from birth to age five, by providing care, education and a nurturing environment. You'll plan and run play-based learning programs across a range of settings.
Support the development of young children, typically from birth to age five, by providing care, education and a nurturing environment. You'll plan and run play-based learning programs across a range of settings.
Lead curriculum and pedagogical practice within an early childhood setting, helping to maintain high standards of education and care.
Lead curriculum and pedagogical practice within an early childhood setting, helping to maintain high standards of education and care.
Oversee the day-to-day operations and educational programs of an early learning facility. Guide and nurture your team of teachers and educators while building meaningful connections with children, families, and the community.
Oversee the day-to-day operations and educational programs of an early learning facility. Guide and nurture your team of teachers and educators while building meaningful connections with children, families, and the community.
Drive diversity, equity, and accessibility programs across corporate, educational, or not-for-profit sectors. Key responsibilities include designing inclusion policies, ensuring compliance with disability funding and legislation, coordinating targeted community programs, and training staff to foster equitable, culturally safe, and supportive environments
Drive diversity, equity, and accessibility programs across corporate, educational, or not-for-profit sectors. Key responsibilities include designing inclusion policies, ensuring compliance with disability funding and legislation, coordinating targeted community programs, and training staff to foster equitable, culturally safe, and supportive environments
Mentor educators, design curriculum, and refine teaching strategies to improve student outcomes. Pedagogical consultants are crucial in advancing teaching practices across early childhood, primary, and secondary settings.
Mentor educators, design curriculum, and refine teaching strategies to improve student outcomes. Pedagogical consultants are crucial in advancing teaching practices across early childhood, primary, and secondary settings.
Ensure industries and professionals comply with government legislation. Responsibilities include managing compliance checks, assessing applications, investigating breaches, and preparing reports.
Ensure industries and professionals comply with government legislation. Responsibilities include managing compliance checks, assessing applications, investigating breaches, and preparing reports.
Graduate with teaching and leadership expertise: Develop leadership, communication, and assessment skills, as well as a strong understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.
Learn through real-world experience: Develop up-to-date knowledge and skills in educational theories, learning and development for current classrooms.
Prepare for career progression: Access professional placements in a diverse range of educational communities.
Make a meaningful impact: Learn how to best teach and to create innovative learning environments to sculpt young minds.
Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.
Canvas is Swinburne’s online platform where all your classwork will take place. You can log into Canvas anywhere, anytime!
What you’ll use Canvas for:
Think of the Student Hub as your online campus where you will be able to:
You are supported at every stage of your journey with Swinburne Online.
You’ll have access to:
If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student, you can access dedicated support through Swinburne’s Moondani Toombadool Centre. Moondani Toombadool means ‘embracing teaching and learning’ in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri People!
Support available includes:
Learn more about the Moondani Toombadool Centre.
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The suite of Swinburne Online Education degrees provides students with the opportunity to forge connections within the industry. Students hear from industry leaders and work with real-life clients with demonstrated experience within their respective fields, such as SEEK.
