First Nations pathways in education

Education is an important human right. Generations of First Nations leaders have advocated for access to education, and fought for an increase in culturally appropriate teaching and learning. Because education is the key to so many opportunities in life.

Can you see yourself in the education sector... sharing knowledge, inspiring people and helping them grow?

A child’s early years are crucial. They start to discover the world – and themselves. Gain the skills you’ll need to make a profound impact on their lives with a course in early childhood education.

Grow your career and connect with mob at the university where you belong.

Study a Bachelor of Education (Birth to Five Years)

If you have a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or an undergraduate early childhood degree, you can complete this course in as little as 18 months of full-time study with the accelerated option – and qualify as an early childhood education teacher.

Learn more about the course

Get credit for previous study

If you have completed a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care you’ll get credit into the Bachelor of Education (Birth to Five Years) and could complete in as little as 18 months of full-time study.

Chat to us about credit or learn about your entry options.

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Access study and financial support

If you're a First Nations student, we offer a range of services to help you succeed.

Dedicated scholarships and grants

Whilst our services refer to First Nations students, we respectfully acknowledge that students identify in a range of ways, such as with one or more Nations or language group names, as Indigenous, as Aboriginal and/or as Torres Strait Islander. If you have any questions, feedback or suggestions, please contact us at firstnations@csu.edu.au.