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161806 v.5 Graduate Diploma in Education (Training and Development)



Introduction
This course is designed for those interested in studying the theory and practice of teaching in higher, technical and further education. Practical application of theory is emphasised and opportunity is given for the application of theory to educational practice. Field work forms an integral part of several units and focuses on activities related to teaching and learning and the development and assessment of learning units and materials.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelors degree, or equivalent qualification, from a recognised institution. Students in this course must provide evidence of current teaching, training or staff development responsibilities in which the practical requirements of the course can be satisfied.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of two semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Students normally complete this course on a four semester part-time basis. The units will be offered through a variety of flexible and open learning modes.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the 'Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching' or the 'Graduate Certificate in Training and Development' may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under the General Information section in the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Course Organisation
A coordinated program of eight units from the optional units listed will be selected in consultation with the Training and Development Courses Coordinator.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1    
      SELECT 4 OPTIONS   100.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2    
      SELECT 4 OPTIONS   100.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
11720 v.2   Ed 530 - Instructional Design and Development 10.0 25.0
11721 v.3   Ed 550 - Post School Education and Training in Australia 10.0 25.0
11726 v.2   Ed 526 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning I 10.0 25.0
11728 v.3   Ed 528 - Internship I 10.0 25.0
11729 v.2   Ed 545 - Reflective Practitioner I 10.0 25.0
303308 v.2   Ed 518 - Effective Communication 10.0 25.0
303311 v.2   Ed 508 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning III 10.0 25.0
303313 v.2   Ed 505 - Visual Learning 10.0 25.0
           
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
11722 v.2   Ed 527 - Effective Teaching for Effective Learning II 10.0 25.0
11723 v.2   Ed 529 - Internship II 10.0 25.0
11724 v.2   Ed 546 - Reflective Practitioner II 10.0 25.0
11725 v.3   Ed 521 - Adult Learning and Assessment 10.0 25.0
11727 v.3   Ed 522 - Program and Curriculum Development 10.0 25.0
303315 v.2   Ed 558 - Professional Practice and Organisational Change 10.0 25.0
303321 v.2   Ed 506 - Technologies for Flexible and Open Learning 10.0 25.0
303322 v.2   Ed 507 - Special Education Needs 10.0 25.0
           
           

 

 

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