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Find a meaningful career in early childhood

Help shape a child's foundational years and set them up for a flying start.

Careers in early childhood are taking off

As an early childhood educator or teacher, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's development in their foundational years.

With new financial and wrap around supports available while you study or upskill, now is the time to take the leap towards a fulfilling and flexible career in early childhood.

So what are you waiting for? Discover a career that makes a genuine difference, every day.

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Starting out or returning to early childhood

Whether you're still in school, about to graduate, returning after a break or looking for a change, build a meaningful career in early childhood.

With more job opportunities than ever before, and financial support to help while you study, now is the time to explore a fulfilling and flexible career in early childhood.

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Qualifications and further study

Take your career to the next level and elevate your practice while continuing your impactful work.

Access tailored information, bridging courses, scholarships and wrap-around supports to gain or build on your qualifications and experience.

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Professional learning and development

As an early childhood professional, you can access a range of training, supports and initiatives to deepen your expertise and professional practice.

From coaching programs and professional learning to networking and mentoring, there's always something new to learn in early childhood.

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Educational and service leadership

As an educational or service leader you can extend your leadership capabilities, enrich your service quality and maximise your impact for children and families.

Discover coaching programs, Leader's Forums, professional learning and mentoring opportunities.

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Career pathways for Aboriginal peoples

Growing the Aboriginal workforce is vital for improving outcomes for Aboriginal children.

Pathways include taster courses, supported traineeships, and scholarships to gain a qualification or extend your career development.

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Please note:  the role of the Office for Early Childhood Development is to steward the early childhood development system in South Australia. We are not a higher education provider. If you have specific questions related to early childhood courses, we recommend contacting the relevant tertiary education institutions for assistance.