Graduate Certificate in Teaching (Primary Education)
Victoria University
About
Our online program provides an introduction to the principles and practices of teaching children.
While the certificate doesn't qualify you to teach in schools, it opens the door to a range of roles that support children in their learning.
It also prepares you for the Master of Teaching (Primary Education), which leads to teacher registration.
During your study, you'll develop foundational knowledge in these areas:
education concepts that underpin teaching strategies learning design that meets students' diverse needs practical approaches to teaching language and literacy (reading, writing, comprehension) models for teaching children maths (measurement, geometry, statistics and probability) research methods for sourcing and understanding education resources.
As education experts, we understand how students learn best.
We apply those principles when teaching you – assigning practical tasks that promote effective learning, such as creating real lesson plans.
You'll receive support throughout the course from our dedicated staff.
Structure
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Education (Primary) students will be required to complete:
- 48 credit points Core units
Course structure and units
- Education Research Design and Methods Unit code AED5001 Credits24
- Language and Literacy in the Primary Years 1 Unit code ETP5001 Credits12
- Teaching and Learning Primary Mathematics 1 Unit code ETP5003 Credits12
Entry requirements
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent).
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Credit for skills and past study
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.
Additional information
Graduates who intend to progress to a teaching career may apply to enrol in the Master of Teaching (Primary Education) and prior to entering second semester of full time study within the course, students are required to sit the LANTITE test in order to demonstrate that their literacy and numeracy skills are within that expected of the top 30% of the population in Australia, as per National government requirements for initial teacher education.
Applicants for the Master of Teaching (Primary Education) will also be asked to complete an assessment of their non-academic attributes. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree from countries other than Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada or the Republic of Ireland will be required to complete IELTS (or equivalent): Overall 7.0 with Listening 7.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 7.5
For further information on eligibility to register with Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) use the following site link to obtain additional information: https://www.vit.vic.edu.au/ (external link)
Students should note that they will be subject to a Working With Children Check before practice placements, in accordance with Department of Education and Training policy.
Students should note that they will be subject to a Working With Children Check before practice placements, in accordance with Department of Education and Training policy.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| | 1. | Critically examine historical and contemporary issues in school education through a research lens at a local, national and international level; | |
| | 2. | Analyse the literacy learning needs of students across the full range of abilities including students with disabilities and special learning needs; | |
| | 3. | Analyse the numeracy learning needs of students across the full range of abilities including students with disabilities and special learning needs; | |
| | 4. | Evaluate a range of educational practices that support the diversity of students in primary education; | |
| | 5. | Analyse the efficacy of classroom teaching practices through reflective discussion that draws upon pedagogical theories; and | |
| | 6. | Design, conduct and report educational inquiry / research. | |
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