Adelaide, SA • Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education Courses in Adelaide

Q: Is Adelaide eligible for regional post-study work visa extensions?

Yes. Adelaide is classified as a Designated Regional Area (Category 2 - Regional Centre) . International students who graduate from a campus in Adelaide qualify for 1 additional year (or up to 2 years) on their Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa and gain 5 extra points towards Australian Permanent Residency.

Q: What are the top universities and institutions for Early Childhood Education in Adelaide?

Leading registered CRICOS providers offering Early Childhood Education programs in Adelaide include Proteus Technologies Pty Ltd, Flinders University, Adelaide University, Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd .

Q: What are the career and permanent residency (PR) prospects for Early Childhood Education graduates in Adelaide?

Early Childhood Education qualifications offer strong career prospects in Adelaide and across Australia. Occupations in this discipline are featured on the Critical Shortage (MLTSSL) , opening pathways to Subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas.

State: South Australia • Living Cost: $340 - $480 / week

Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)

Explore 71 accredited CRICOS-registered early childhood education degrees and vocational courses in Adelaide. Compare university tuition fees, qualification levels, and post-study work visa rights.

Total Courses

CRICOS Early Childhood courses

Average Total Fee

$42,213

Across all qualifications

Lowest Course Fee

$10,900

Affordable options

Post-Study Visa

+1 Yr Regional

Subclass 485 work rights

Location & Visa Advantage

Studying Early Childhood Education in Adelaide (SA)

Because Adelaide is a Designated Regional Area (Category 2 - Regional Centre), international graduates completing at least 2 academic years of study in Adelaide qualify for an extra 1 year on their Subclass 485 Post-Study Work Visa and 5 bonus migration points for Australian Permanent Residency.

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Top Institutions for Early Childhood Education in Adelaide

Leading registered providers

Registered Australian universities and higher education institutions offering accredited early childhood education programs in Adelaide.

Institution Name	Location	Courses	Campus Type	Explore
Proteus Technologies Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03581E • Private	Haymarket, NSW	6 courses	Major Metro	View →
Flinders University CRICOS: 00114A • Government	ADELAIDE, SA	5 courses	Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)	View →
Adelaide University CRICOS: 04249J • Government	Adelaide, SA	5 courses	Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)	View →
Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03071E • Private	Haymarket, NSW	4 courses	Major Metro	View →
ABBI Educational Services Pty Ltd CRICOS: 04050B • Private	ADELAIDE, SA	4 courses	Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)	View →
Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd CRICOS: 02934D • Private	North Melbourne, VIC	4 courses	Major Metro	View →
Malekhu Investments Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03010G • Private	Brisbane, QLD	4 courses	Major Metro	View →
Hessel Pty Ltd CRICOS: 04363G • Private	FULLARTON, SA	4 courses	Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)	View →
TAFE SA CRICOS: 00092B • Government	ADELAIDE, SA	4 courses	Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)	View →
Macallan College Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03468F • Private	YEERONGPILLY, QLD	4 courses	Major Metro	View →

Early Childhood Education Courses by Degree Level in Adelaide

Distribution of early childhood education course offerings across academic levels.

Qualification

Diploma

25 courses

Qualification

Certificate III

22 courses

Qualification

Bachelor Degree

11 courses

Qualification

Masters Degree (Coursework)

8 courses

Accredited Early Childhood Education Courses in Adelaide

Showing 30 courses

Verified CRICOS-registered courses with full tuition fee schedules and duration details.

Course Name & Code	Institution	Level & Duration	Work Placement	Estimated Total Fee
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 107026A	Tred Consultants Pty Ltd MACQUARIE PARK, NSW	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$10,900
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 118596J	Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd Haymarket, NSW	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$11,555
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 107418G	Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd Haymarket, NSW	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$12,495
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 107419F	Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd Haymarket, NSW	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$12,495
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119602H	Australian Learning Group Pty Ltd Haymarket, NSW	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$12,495
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 114773G	ABBI Educational Services Pty Ltd ADELAIDE, SA	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$12,500
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119802M	ABBI Educational Services Pty Ltd ADELAIDE, SA	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$12,500
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 108095B	Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd North Melbourne, VIC	Certificate III 50 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$12,850
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119593D	Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd North Melbourne, VIC	Certificate III 50 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$12,850
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 118632K	Tred Consultants Pty Ltd MACQUARIE PARK, NSW	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$12,900
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 107130A	Malekhu Investments Pty Ltd Brisbane, QLD	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$13,000
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119595B	Malekhu Investments Pty Ltd Brisbane, QLD	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$13,000
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 107067C	Excellent Accounts Pty Ltd EastCannington, WA	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$13,000
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 107068B	Excellent Accounts Pty Ltd EastCannington, WA	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$13,000
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 117992E	Hessel Pty Ltd FULLARTON, SA	Certificate III 46 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$13,650
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119694K	Hessel Pty Ltd FULLARTON, SA	Certificate III 46 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$13,650
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 108937J	Victorian Institute of Education Pty ltd Merrylands, NSW	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$13,700
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 117994C	Hessel Pty Ltd FULLARTON, SA	Diploma 45 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$13,700
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 118681A	Hessel Pty Ltd FULLARTON, SA	Diploma 45 Weeks	Integrated WIL	$13,700
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 111781J	TAFE SA ADELAIDE, SA	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$14,490
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 111782H	TAFE SA ADELAIDE, SA	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$14,490
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119573H	TAFE SA ADELAIDE, SA	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$14,490
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 118570H	TAFE SA ADELAIDE, SA	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$14,545
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 108094C	Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd North Melbourne, VIC	Diploma 1.1 Years (57 wks)	Integrated WIL	$14,850
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 118588J	Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd North Melbourne, VIC	Diploma 1.1 Years (57 wks)	Integrated WIL	$14,850
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119084C	Macallan College Pty Ltd YEERONGPILLY, QLD	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$15,500
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 119621E	Macallan College Pty Ltd YEERONGPILLY, QLD	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$15,500
Graduate Certificate in Education (Early Childhood) CRICOS: 116570B	Proteus Technologies Pty Ltd Haymarket, NSW	Graduate Certificate 33 Weeks	—	$16,175
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 108823H	Education Training & Employment Australia Pty. Ltd. Heidelberg, VIC	Certificate III 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$18,000
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS: 108824G	Education Training & Employment Australia Pty. Ltd. Heidelberg, VIC	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	Integrated WIL	$18,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Early Childhood Education courses cost in Adelaide?

Estimated total course fees for Early Childhood Education in Adelaide average around $42,213, starting from $10,900 for vocational or undergraduate qualifications. Tuition fees vary based on university ranking, degree level (Bachelor vs Masters), and program duration.

Is Adelaide eligible for regional post-study work visa extensions?

What are the top universities and institutions for Early Childhood Education in Adelaide?

What are the career and permanent residency (PR) prospects for Early Childhood Education graduates in Adelaide?