Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-07-29 | - |
Program Overview
The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment from Swinburne University prepares individuals to become workplace trainers. Through a blend of online and on-campus classes, students develop skills in competency-based assessment, learning program design, and effective training delivery. The program emphasizes practical experience through teaching in authentic classroom settings, equipping graduates for careers as VET trainers and assessors or industry trainers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment program at Swinburne University equips individuals to become workplace trainers. Upon completion, graduates are qualified to administer training and assessments within the vocational education and training sector or provide accredited training directly in various work environments.
Objectives:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of conducting competency-based assessments.
- Design learning programs aligned with national training packages.
- Deliver impactful presentations.
- Facilitate training for groups and individuals in workplace settings.
- Address the language, literacy, and numeracy skills of learners.
Program Description:
The program provides a thorough grounding in the principles and practices of training and assessment. Students gain practical experience through teaching in authentic classroom settings, fostering the development of essential teaching skills and preparing them for the challenges of professional practice.
Outline:
Content:
- Teaching/facilitating training
- Assessment development and marking
- Learning program development
- Planning and delivering training programs
Structure:
- 3 hours of timetabled online classes twice a week
- 8-hour on-campus class on Saturdays for 6 months
- 3 clusters over 2 nine-week blocks (18 weeks total)
Modules:
Foundation and Delivery Cluster:
- Use nationally recognized training products to meet vocational training needs
- Design and develop plans for vocational training
- Provide work skill instruction
- Plan, organize, and facilitate online learning
- Create electronic presentations
Practicum Cluster:
- Facilitate vocational training
- Work effectively in the VET sector
- Complete a practicum in a vocational education and training environment
Assessment Cluster:
- Participate in assessment validation
- Assess competence
- Use foundation skills resources, strategies, and advice
- Assess competence in an online environment
Assessment:
Assessment methods include:
- Assignments
- Presentations
- Practical demonstrations
- Portfolio of evidence
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Blended training delivered in a classroom and online
- Practical experience teaching in authentic classroom settings
Faculty:
- Experienced industry professionals and educators
Unique Approaches:
- Emphasis on practical experience through teaching in real-world classrooms
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Vocational Education and Training (VET) trainer and assessor
- Industry trainer and assessor
Opportunities:
- Employment in various industries and sectors
- Career advancement in the field of education and training