Charles Darwin University
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Upgrade your three-year teaching qualification to a four-year degree with this conversion program designed for experienced teachers. Gain advanced knowledge in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and inclusive education to meet modern teacher registration requirements and enhance your career prospects.
Applicants must hold a completed three-year preservice teaching qualification from a recognised tertiary institution and be conditionally accredited to teach by an Australian Teacher Registration Authority, or hold a Diploma in Teaching with verification from the state authority that the upgrade is required. English language proficiency requirements must be met, with evidence of previous study in English or completion of approved English tests (IELTS 6.0, PTE 50, TOEFL 60, or equivalent). Supporting documents including evidence of previous study and confirmation of teaching accreditation are required.
Core units (80 credit points) include: First Nations Contexts in Learning and Teaching Practice, Cultural Capabilities, Themes in Global History, Understanding Language Acquisition, Assessment Moderation and Reporting, Diverse Needs in the Classroom, Socially Inclusive Pedagogy, and Global Englishes. Specialist electives (120-180 credit points) cover areas such as English Language for Literacy, Numeracy Education, Introduction to Teaching and Learning, Reading and Writing Literacy, Primary Mathematics Education, Primary Science Education, Child and Adolescent Development, Classroom Management and Student Wellbeing, Humanities and Social Science Pedagogy, Health and Physical Education, and Visual Arts. Professional experience placements are integrated throughout the program.
Charles Darwin University offers flexible study options including online, on-campus, part-time, and full-time delivery to suit working teachers. The university arranges placements close to students' homes and provides unique opportunities for regional and remote placements. CDU's education program is nationally accredited and recognized at AQF Level 7, with experienced academic staff providing comprehensive support to help students develop competent teaching strategies.
Graduates of this conversion program upgrade their teaching qualifications to fourth-year degree status, enabling them to register or re-register with Australian Teacher Registration Authorities as four-year qualified teachers. This qualification enhances career prospects and professional standing in the education sector, allowing teachers to work confidently in schools across Australia with improved credentials and advanced pedagogical expertise.
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