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Charles Sturt University

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Graduate Diploma of Adult and Vocational Education

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The Graduate Diploma of Adult and Vocational Education equips students with skills to teach literacy and numeracy in adult learning environments, including TESOL electives. It is available for online study and is part of an articulated program.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 - 4 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar, Jul, Nov
Domestic Fees
$7,896 per year

About this course

Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Adult and Vocational Education from Charles Sturt University provides you with the skills and knowledge to develop these critical foundations skills for all adult learners. The course suits existing vocational education teachers seeking to develop their skills and knowledge in teaching literacy and numeracy to improve the learning outcomes of their students, or people looking to become a literacy or numeracy teacher in any adult learning environment. The course offers electives in TESOL, for adult literacy and numeracy teachers to develop their teaching skills for learners where English is not their first language.

Available for online study, this course equips you to deliver language, literacy and numeracy programs in TAFE institutes, adult and community education providers, industry settings and private providers.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

  • Graduate Certificate in Adult and Vocational Education
  • Master of Adult and Vocational Education

Entry requirements

Entry requirements:

  • Bachelor degree (or AQF equivalent) from a recognised university and minimum of three years relevant industry experience or equivalent related to their undergraduate degree
  • Associate Degree in Adult and Vocational Education and a minimum of six years work experience in the adult and vocational education sector

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

The Graduate Diploma in Adult and Vocational Education provides excellent preparation for teaching roles in adult, vocational and community education and training. As a graduate, you could teach at TAFE, registered training organisations (government or private), or community and other voluntary organisations. Alternatively, you could explore career opportunities as a teacher, workplace trainer, lecturer, learning facilitator, vocational education consultant or HR manager with training and assessment responsibilities.

Course structure

Standard course structure (64 pts)Core subjects (40 Credit Points)EEL518Learning Theory in Adult and Vocational Education8 credit ptsEEL445The Individual in Society8 credit ptsEEE506Assessment Practices in Adult and Vocational Education8 credit ptsIndigenous studies subject

Students complete one of the following Indigenous studies subjects:

IKC502Critical Studies: Indigenous Australian Cultures, Histories and Contemporary Realities8 credit ptsIKC403Critical Studies: Indigenous Australian Cultures, Histories and Contemporary Realities8 credit ptsProfessional extension subject

Students complete one of the following professional extension subjects:

EMV501The Adult and Vocational Education System in Australia8 credit ptsEMV503The Expert Adult and Vocational Education Teacher8 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at Charles Sturt University.
81.9%
Overall satisfaction
71.7%
Skill scale
70.3%
Teaching scale
91.9%
Employed full-time
$90k
Average salary