Charles Darwin University
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Explore teaching as a career with this introductory course covering core pedagogical knowledge and study skills. Designed for aspiring educators, it provides a direct pathway into Bachelor of Education degrees and is available both online and on campus.
To be eligible for admission, you must meet one of the following: successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training or equivalent; a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher; at least 0.5 year of full-time higher education study; overseas qualifications equivalent to Australian qualifications; a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher; a recognised tertiary preparation course; or an acceptable personal competencies statement and employment experience. Domestic students must meet standard English language proficiency requirements for higher education at CDU.
The course consists of one core unit (10 credit points) and three specialist elective units (30 credit points). The core unit is Language, Literacy and Sustainability (LAL100). Specialist electives are grouped by teaching area: Early Childhood includes Mathematics in Early Years, Preparation for Teaching in Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Play Pedagogies, and Science and Humanities in Early Childhood. Primary Teaching covers English Language for Literacy, Numeracy Education, Scientific Inquiry for Primary Education, and Introduction to Teaching and Learning. Secondary Teaching includes Introduction to Teaching and Learning, Indigenous Australia, Numeracy Education, Earth Systems, Anatomy and Physiology, Mathematics, and Language, Meaning and Learning.
Charles Darwin University offers nationally-accredited teaching degrees with flexible study options including online, on-campus, part-time, and full-time formats. CDU provides unique opportunities for regional and remote placements, allowing students to complete practical experience close to home. The university's supportive academic staff and early classroom experience distinguish CDU's teacher education programs, preparing graduates with confidence and credentials to work anywhere in Australia.
Upon completion, you'll be eligible to continue your studies at Diploma or Degree level, with advanced standing granted toward Bachelor of Education programs in Birth to Five Years, Early Childhood and Primary, Primary, or Secondary education. This course demonstrates your capacity for tertiary study to potential employers and provides the foundational knowledge needed for a career in education. Graduates can pursue teaching roles across early childhood, primary, and secondary education sectors.