Graduate Certificate in Education
Graduate Certificate in Education
The Graduate Certificate in Education is a nested award in the Master of Education, designed to equip education professionals with an understanding of a biblical perspective on the philosophical foundations of education. The Graduate Certificate in Education (GCE) is designed for qualified classroom teachers to upgrade their expertise and credentials…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Certificate in Education is a nested award in the Master of Education, designed to equip education professionals with an understanding of a biblical perspective on the philosophical foundations of education.
The Graduate Certificate in Education (GCE) is designed for qualified classroom teachers to upgrade their expertise and credentials with a view to enhancing the effectiveness of their teaching. It can be a destination course or exit point, thus allowing flexibility for students who may wish to start with a short postgraduate course before committing to a Master of Education.
The GCE provides a broad understanding of professional educational principles as well as critical and creative thinking skills, which are valuable to any professional context. It also provides the opportunity for students to explore the implication of their faith in their professional context.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Knowledge:
Demonstrated:
recognition of the diversity of life values that characterize today’s pluralist societies, and ability to encourage respect, based on informed understanding, of those who hold views that differ from those of the school community;
understanding of the development of theological and anthropological perspectives on Christian educational leadership practice.
Skills:
Demonstrated ability to:
critically evaluate and effectively communicate educational leadership theories and practices in order to most effectively achieve desired learning outcomes with special attention to embedded worldview and life values;
demonstrate knowledge and higher order of skills that are required for effective Christian educational leadership and training in such areas as teaching, curriculum, administration and research in order to develop, sustain and fulfil the vision and mission of particular school communities;
articulate a clear understanding of a biblical worldview, and its impact on philosophical and historical trends in education. Plan and implement educational programs in the social and cultural context of the contemporary world that are critically shaped by a biblically informed experience of that world.
Application of Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated ability to:
display creativity and flexibility supported by biblically informed, rigorous reasoning in identifying and dealing with emerging problems in the educational leadership context;
develop a plan for continual personal development that includes spiritual, professional and interpersonal skills for effective school leadership and collegial academic engagement.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
This course aims to produce graduates who are competent and reflective professional education leaders who are equipped to engage in life-long learning in their educational profession. The Graduate Certificate in Education has been developed primarily for qualified school principals and those in school leadership positions within the Christian Education National schools in Australia, however, the course may be undertaken by education leaders in other school systems in Australia, as well as by students studying online overseas.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years)
This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants with recent high school education only are not eligible for direct entry into this course.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification only are not eligible for direct entry into this course.
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants whose highest level of study enrolment since leaving secondary education is a higher education qualification must demonstrate the completion of at least an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree in Education, or equivalent, or completion of a Level 8 or above equivalent postgraduate qualification by an authorised institution. Students who have completed an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree or overseas equivalent in a field other than Education must demonstrate two years professional experience relevant to the field.
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
This course of study requires the completion of a higher education qualification by an authorised institution. Applicants who have not completed formal higher education study are not eligible for direct entry into this course.
Language
Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students admitted into our programs must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.0 (with no score below 7.0 in any of the four skills areas).
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Alphacrucis College (AC) is an educational provider based in Australia- offering courses in ministry & theology, leadership, business, chaplaincy, counselling, teaching and music. AC has highly qualified and experienced faculty, ranking among world-leading researchers in their fields, who combine specialist knowledge with creative and innovative learning experiences.
