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Course Overview

While primary and secondary education are developmentally critical, it's tertiary education that drives modern students' career success. Whether face-to-face, online, or by any other means, tertiary courses require the attention and expertise of talented educators. To become one of these dedicated people, or to enhance your current position as a tertiary teacher, a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching is an invaluable, recognised qualification.

Whether or not you already teach, the knowledge and skills you'll acquire from successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching course are applicable to all teaching disciplines at the tertiary level - both in the classroom and in cyberspace.

To be eligible, you must have an undergraduate degree relevant to the academic field in which you'll be teaching, as well as related work experience. Experience as a lecturer or trainer will also be taken into consideration.

What You Will Learn with the Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching

The skills of a tertiary educator are many and varied, so the Certificate of Tertiary Teaching is very comprehensive. Among many other things, you'll learn sound curriculum practices, leadership and innovation skills, how to formulate instructional resources, and how to communicate effectively with students, peers and the broader community. Subjects include:

• Post-School Education and Training
• Teaching in Higher Education
• Visual Learning
• Adult Learning and Assessment

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What the Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching Can Do for You

The passing on of knowledge is a rewarding and satisfying occupation which can lead to professional success in a variety of educational environments. Opportunities exist internationally for people with the right skills and passion.

• Consolidate your current teaching position with a recognised qualification
• Make the transition from undergraduate to educator in your field of expertise
• Play a part in the development of curriculum for future generations
• Take your expertise anywhere

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant about the Certificate of Tertiary Teaching distance learning course and study options.

Getting Started Not sure where to begin? This course includes units that allow you to start learning and build your study skills and confidence, while keeping your degree options open. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for unit recommendations and to discuss your particular requirements.

Set Your Own Timetable Studying with OUA has allowed me to complete my degree without stopping work - the flexibility is great. Belinda M

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Course Structure

Total units: 4 Set units: 2 Electives: 2

Course Units

• Post-School Education and Training
• Teaching in Higher Education
• Visual Learning
• Reflective Practitioner 1
• Reflective Practitioner 2
• Adult Learning and Assessment