Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Educational Wellbeing

The Graduate Certificate in Educational Wellbeing is a postgraduate course designed to promote social and emotional development in students. This course comprises four units that develop foundational knowledge to help build supportive school communities and positive learning environments for both students and teachers.

Course Overview

The course is suited to experienced educators looking to progress their careers into a leadership role. It is also a pathway to further study, as graduates of this course receive entry and credit towards a Master of Education. The flexible delivery of the course is designed to fit seamlessly around work, family, and other priorities, with 100% online delivery and the option to complete one unit at a time.

Course Structure

The course structure consists of four core units:

• EDUC6008: Educational Leadership and Wellbeing
• WELF6002: Enhancing Student Wellbeing
• EDUC5006: Valuing Diversity
• WELF5002: Supporting Students in Difficult Times

Learning Outcomes and Graduate Attributes

The course learning outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes, which include:

• GA1: Intellectual rigour - critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate educational contexts, concepts, and theories.
• GA2: Creativity - demonstrate initiative by identifying innovative and creative responses to emerging educational challenges.
• GA3: Ethical practice - critically evaluate the implications of challenging ethical issues in education.
• GA4: Knowledge of a discipline - demonstrate advanced and integrated theoretical and practical understanding of a specialized area of education.
• GA5: Lifelong learning - reflect on current skills, knowledge, and attitudes to plan and implement ongoing personal and professional learning.
• GA6: Communication and social skills - demonstrate advanced oral and written communication skills in both academic and professional settings.
• GA7: Cultural competence - demonstrate a commitment to education founded on respect for the rights of all persons.

Career Outcomes

Graduates develop specialist knowledge in an important and growing field. This course is also a pathway to further study, as graduates of this course receive entry and four units of credit towards a Master of Education.

Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this course is:

• A four-year Bachelor degree in Education from any Australian University, or equivalent, or
• An undergraduate degree and a fourth-year level teaching qualification from any Australian university, or equivalent, or
• A three-year Bachelor degree in Teaching from any Australian University, or equivalent.

Language Requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are:

• Overall Score or equivalent: 7.5

Fees and Scholarships

The course fees vary depending on the location and student status. Domestic students may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place or a full fee-paying place. International students can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars on the University's website. Scholarships are available for both domestic and international students, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per year.

Why Study Education at Southern Cross University

Southern Cross University is rated in the top 400 universities worldwide in Education. The University offers extensive and meaningful professional experience placements, ensuring that graduates are profession-ready. All teaching courses are accredited, providing career opportunities in New South Wales, Queensland, and across Australia.