Teaching and Education

Inspiring young minds

One of the most notable aspects of teaching is the opportunity to inspire young and developing minds eager to learn and explore the world around them and beyond. You will give wings to their dreams and open endless possibilities. It is not unusual to hear stories of accomplished individuals who owe their successes to their teachers for the inspiration they have received.

Career fulfillment

At the end of each lesson, knowing that you have imparted knowledge to your students and honed their skills is not only a job well done but also a sense of fulfillment. Every year or semester, a new batch of students will be knowledgeable and better individuals because of you. Pursuing a career in teaching not only fulfills your aspirations but also benefits society as a whole.

Globally recognized and transferable skills

Due to a high standard of education and advanced Teaching programs and innovative techniques, Australian teachers are sought after across the country and overseas. Not to mention the rigorous training students undergo to prepare them for their future career. This explains why Australian educated and trained teachers have excellent skills in communication, problem-solving, listening and research

Career path

Upon successful completion of your studies, your career prospect is high as there are plenty of employment opportunities in Australia and across the globe. Often times, teaching and non-teaching professionals pursue their career in:

• Primary schools
• Early childhood education
• Special education schools
• Private and local and state universities
• Government agencies
• Research Firms

Accredited courses

Aspiring teachers and educators must choose from the list of accredited courses compiled by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL). These courses are provided by the teacher regulatory authority in each state/territory. An example of this is the Victorian Institute of Teaching for the state of Victoria.

Registration

Following graduation, international students can apply for provisional registration to be able to start teaching. Subsequently, they can work towards full registration through the teacher regulatory authority in each state/territory

• Australian Capital Territory – Teacher Quality Institute
• Australasian Teacher Regulatory Authorities
• New South Wales – NSW Education Standards Authority
• Northern Territory – Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory
• Queensland – Queensland College of Teachers
• South Australia – Teachers Registration Board of South Australia
• Tasmania – Teachers Registration Board of Tasmania
• Victoria – Victorian Institute of Teaching
• Western Australia – Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia

Degrees and Courses

International students are able to select courses available being provided by reputable universities and institutions around Australia. A few of the degrees and courses are:

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
• Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
• Bachelor of Special Education
• Master of Teaching (Early Years) · Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
• Master of Teaching Special Education (Secondary)

Course Duration

From 1 year to 4 years (full time).

Non-academic assessments

All aspiring Teaching and Education students are required to demonstrate their academic and non-academic capabilities to develop skills needed to be successful in their chosen university programs. This step ensures that the most suitable students are selected to enter the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programs and are well-suited in the teaching profession. Gaining recognition is the CASPer test. It is a 90-minute online non-cognitive test and it costs $80 per sitting. The personal qualities being tested include:

• Willingness to learn
• Motivation to teach
• Conscientiousness
• Resilience and self-efficacy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational and planning skills

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for student visa in Australia, you must have:

• A valid passport
• Offer Letter from the selected university · English Language Proficiency Certificates (IELTS 7.0 overall score with no score lower than 7.0 in each component or PTE Academic score 65 with no score lower than 65 in each component)
• Sufficient funds for the duration of your course of study · Evidence of Overseas Students Health Cover
• All other relevant documents required by the Department of Home Affairs
• Eligibility requirements may vary depending upon the profile of the candidate