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Diploma of Educational Studies (Early Childhood and Primary)

  • 1 year full-time / Part-time available

Charles Darwin University in NT offers Diploma of Educational Studies (Early Childhood and Primary), a AQF Level 5 program. The program runs for 1 year full-time / Part-time available, with domestic fees from $0. Government subsidised places may be available.

Charles Darwin University

Tier 2

University · NT

4.0· 16 reviews

Domestic fee · Full qualification

$0Commonwealth supported
  • Government Funding
  • HECS-HELP
Duration
1 year full-time / Part-time available
ATAR requirement
No ATAR — entry by application

HECS-HELP

This is a Commonwealth Supported Place — the government pays part of your tuition directly, and HECS-HELP lets you defer your remaining student contribution as an income-contingent loan. Available to eligible domestic students only. Confirm your CSP status with the provider.

Government funding

  • HECS-HELP

    Commonwealth Supported Place — defer your student contribution through HECS-HELP.

    $4,124

Estimated out-of-pocket

After applicable subsidies

$0

Fees and funding are indicative only. Contact the provider to confirm your eligibility and final costs.

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About this qualification

Here is what the Diploma of Educational Studies (Early Childhood and Primary) qualification offered by Charles Darwin University covers and who it is designed for.

The Diploma of Educational Studies is a flexible one-year qualification designed to support diverse career and study pathways in education. The course equips you with foundational knowledge and skills to work in a variety of educational settings, including school-age education support, out-of-school-hours care, and community-based learning environments.

This course also provides entry-level preparation for roles supporting learners with diverse needs, including in remote, regional, and First Nations contexts.

Graduates may pursue employment in educational and community settings across Australia, subject to state and territory requirements. Potential roles include:

  • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Education Worker

  • Language and Culture Teaching Assistant

  • Homeland Teaching Assistant

  • Education Assistant (including Special Needs and Inclusion Support)

  • Teacher Aide or Classroom Assistant

  • Support Worker in Out-of-School-Hours or Vacation Care Programs

  • Education Support Worker