C5383 - Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation
Plan: C5383 - Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation
Qualification national code: 22451VIC
Nominal hours: 675
Career: TAFE
Duration: 1 year full time
Location: City
Owning school: Social Care and Health (535T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
CRICOS code:
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The new Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation has been specifically designed as a pathway program into Initial Teacher Education programs eg. Bachelor of Education (Primary). The program has been created for people who may not meet the entry requirements into the Bachelor of Education and/or who want a career change. It focuses on the education environment, inclusive education, approaches to learning and the teaching profession.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Successful completion of this program guarantees you entry into the Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Health, Physical Education and Sport subject to completing the CASPer test.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
There are no minimum academic entry requirements.
Selection task
Applicants who are not currently studying year 12 are encouraged to submit a personal statement outlining:
- your reasons for wanting to study this program
- your intended career path
- the personal strengths and attributes you will bring to the program
- details of any related work or voluntary experience
If you do not submit a personal statement you will be considered on the basis of academic achievement only.
Applicants who wish to have their work experience considered should upload a CV or resume
Working with children check
Students will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWCC) Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see www.rmit.edu.au/students/wil/wwcc and www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
The Diploma is an accredited qualification designed as a pathway to a teaching degree. The Diploma program will give participants the opportunity to put their learning into practice with supervised vocational placement working collaboratively with teachers and students in school and community settings.
RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.
Industry partners are active participants in the selection of electives, delivery and assessment tasks through membership of the Industry Advisory Committee.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students
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