Course summary
The Graduate Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (VET) aims to provide a pathway of further learning for those already involved in the delivery of vocational educational courses. Graduates will be able to apply knowledge and skills to make high level, independent judgements, to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate professional work, and to respond to challenges, issues and opportunities for change in VET.
The Graduate Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (VET) aims to provide a pathway of further learning for those already involved in the delivery of vocational educational courses. Graduates will be able to apply knowledge and skills to make high level, independent judgements, to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate professional work, and to respond to challenges, issues and opportunities for change in VET.
The course explores the theoretical underpinnings of adult learning and the national requirements of the VET sector. It includes practical application of newly acquired knowledge and theoretical understanding, so that candidates can develop their training skills.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Analyse critically, reflect on, synthesise and evaluate educational information, problems, concepts and theories |
| Creativity | Demonstrate initiative by identifying innovative and creative responses to challenges, issues and opportunities for change in vocational education and training |
| Ethical practice | Demonstrate a highly developed commitment to social justice, human rights, ethics and sustainability in scholarship and professional practice |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate advanced theoretical and practical understanding of a complex body of knowledge in the discipline of vocational education and training Locate, evaluate, manage and use theory, information and data necessary for effective evidence-based professional practice |
| Lifelong learning | Reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes and plan and regulate ongoing personal and professional learning. Demonstrate autonomy, well developed judgement, adaptability, and responsibility when responding to change in the workplace |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate concisely, appropriately and professionally in an oral and written form in both an academic and professional settings Demonstrate leadership and the capacity to work collaboratively with individuals and teams |
| Cultural competence | Engage in educational practices that are informed by cultural awareness and cultural competence, global perspectives, inclusivity and respect for the rights of all persons. |
The Graduate Diploma of Vocational Education and Training is recognised by TAFE and the VET sectors as an advanced qualification for those who are already teachers and trainers.
Course overview
Course code
1101070
Course abbreviation
GradDipVET
Credit points
96
Equivalent units
8
Duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
Duration
1 year full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Session 1 | N/A | N/A |
Fee information
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
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To be eligible for the award of Graduate Diploma of Vocational Education and Training a candidate shall successfully complete not less than eight (8) units comprising:
- All units from Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
- Four (4) units from Part B of the Schedule.
- To be eligible for the award of Graduate Certificate of Vocational Education and Training a candidate shall successfully complete all units from Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules.
- A candidate who while enrolled for the Graduate Diploma of Vocational Education and Training has completed the requirements of the Graduate Certificate of Vocational Education and Training may elect to be awarded the Graduate Certificate following withdrawal from candidature for the Graduate Diploma award.
Schedule of units
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
Part A |
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| EDU00017 - Vocational Education and Training Studies | Introductory | ||
| EDU01029 - Adult Learning | Introductory | ||
| EDU92004 - Managing Assessment in Vocational Education and Training | Intermediate | ||
| EDU00018 - Embracing Diversity | Intermediate | ||
Part B |
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| EDU91001 - Developing a Professional Portfolio: Part A | Introductory | ||
| EDU91002 - Developing a Professional Portfolio: Part B | Introductory | ||
| EDU91003 - Change and Innovation in Teaching and Learning | Introductory | ||
| EDU92002 - Leading Professional Learning Communities | Intermediate | ||
| CYS03347 - Improving Practice through Program Evaluation | Intermediate | ||
| EDU92001 - Work-based Professional Learning Project | Intermediate | ||
Course progressions
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. Assistance on how to enrol can be accessed here.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment
Browse uni-wide elective units by selecting Uni-wide elective in the advanced filter of the Unit search
Browse shared majors and their units at Shared majors
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact the School of Education for this course progression. |
Notes
| Note 1: | Double-weighted unit |