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Course Information

Graduate Certificate of Education

Effective from 01-JAN-2026 : Code I95

The Graduate Certificate of Education provides a dynamic opportunity for educators to deepen their expertise in specialist areas that directly enhance classroom practice. Grounded in contemporary theory and informed by evidence-based research, the course empowers participants to critically engage with complex educational challenges and apply innovative, practical solutions. Designed with sustainability and flexibility in mind, this course serves as a purposeful pathway toward further qualifications, supporting lifelong learning and professional growth in diverse educational contexts.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Critically apply educational theories and evidence-based research in a specialised area to contribute to inclusive and culturally responsive practice.
2. Design innovative responses to complex educational challenges by applying contemporary knowledge and evaluating their potential impact locally and globally.
3. Apply independence, adaptability, and professional judgement to support ongoing development and career growth.
4. Communicate complex educational ideas effectively across diverse modes and for varied purposes, employing digital technologies ethically.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 6)

• Bachelor degree; or
• Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have an initial teacher education qualification.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate Award.

Course Duration

• Part Time: 1 Year

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Part Time
• Online: Part Time

Non standard timetable requirements

Educational Leadership will only be available to study on-campus.

Course Coordinator

Dr Tetiana BOGACHENKO

Course Structure

This is a Programmatic Learning course. This Course uses a mix of Learning Units and Assessment Units which all connect together.

• Learning Units are where students develop their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through regular activities and feedback.
• Assessment Units are where students integrate, apply and demonstrate that learning.

Students will collect evidence of learning in a digital portfolio that charts their course journey, and can be used as a showcase to employers.

Students are required to complete one of the listed Areas of Specialisation: - Educational Leadership - Leadership in Early Childhood Education - Inclusive and Special Education: Policy, Practice and Leadership - Literacy Education - Mathematics Education (Secondary) - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - Trauma Informed Care in Education - Wellbeing and Behaviour in Education

Students must also complete Assessment unit listed below:

* Assessment Unit