Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education)
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-03-01 | - |
2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education) equips educators with knowledge and skills to create safe and supportive learning environments for trauma-impacted students. Through four core units, participants gain an understanding of trauma's effects on learning and develop strategies for recognizing and responding to students' needs. The program prepares graduates for careers in education, counseling, and social services, where they can support the well-being and academic success of traumatized children and adolescents.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education) is designed to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions necessary to create safe and trusting learning environments for all children and adolescents, including those who have experienced trauma. The program is grounded in social justice and practice architecture theory and provides participants with a deep understanding of the events, experiences, and effects of trauma, as well as effective strategies for recognizing and responding to the needs of trauma-impacted students. Graduates of the program will be able to apply their learning to a range of educational settings, including schools, early childhood education and care centers, refugee resettlement settings, and other social services.
Outline:
The Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education) consists of four core units:
- Trauma and Trauma-Responsive Practices: This unit provides an overview of the events, experiences, and effects of trauma, and presents strategies for recognizing and responding to the needs of traumatized children and individuals exposed to secondary trauma.
- Trauma and Learning: This unit focuses on how traumatic experiences of violence, displacement, neglect, and abuse affect the learning experiences and attainment of children.
- Refugee Trauma and Education: This unit examines the effects of forced displacement and its implications for educational provisions and engagement.
- Trauma Responsive Educational Practice Inquiry: This unit prepares participants to investigate what trauma-responsive practices look like, what assumptions and values underpin the practices, and what needs to change and why. Each of these units is worth 1 credit point, and the program can be completed in one year of part-time study.
Assessment:
Assessment in the Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education) is based on a variety of methods, including:
- Written assignments
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Reflective journals
- Participation in online discussions The assessment criteria for each unit are designed to evaluate students' knowledge and understanding of the course material, as well as their ability to apply their learning to real-world contexts.
Teaching:
The Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education) is taught by a team of experienced educators and researchers who are committed to providing students with a high-quality learning experience. The program is delivered through a combination of online and face-to-face instruction, and students have access to a range of resources, including online learning materials, discussion forums, and library services.
Careers:
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of Education (Trauma-Responsive Education) will be qualified to work in a variety of educational settings, including schools, early childhood education and care centers, refugee resettlement settings, and other social services. The program will prepare students for careers in teaching, counseling, social work, and other fields that involve working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma.
Deakin University
Overview:
Deakin University is a public university in Victoria, Australia. It is known for its high student satisfaction rates, particularly in educational experience, and is ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide. Deakin offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as research degrees and PhDs.
Services Offered:
Deakin provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Study Options:
Flexible study options, including online learning, overseas study, and workplace learning.Support Services:
Study support, career planning, and student wellbeing services.Access Programs:
Deakin Guaranteed ATAR, Special Entry Access Scheme, Deakin Regional Access Scheme, Regional and Remote Entry Scheme, Rural Training Stream, and Indigenous Student Pathways.Fees and Scholarships:
Information on fees and costs, government HELP schemes, and scholarships.Accommodation:
On-campus accommodation options.Graduation:
Support for graduates, including alumni benefits and resources.Events:
A variety of events for students and the wider community.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Deakin offers a vibrant and supportive campus environment. Students can expect:
Flexible Study Options:
Deakin provides a variety of study options to suit individual needs and preferences.Support Services:
Students have access to a range of support services to help them succeed in their studies and personal lives.Community Engagement:
Deakin encourages students to get involved in the wider community through various initiatives and partnerships.International Campuses:
Deakin has international campuses in West Java, Indonesia and GIFT City, India, offering students a global perspective.Key Reasons to Study There:
High Student Satisfaction:
Deakin consistently ranks highly in student satisfaction surveys, particularly in educational experience.World-Class Research:
Deakin is renowned for its world-class research across various fields.Industry-Shaped Courses:
Deakin's courses are designed with industry input, ensuring graduates are work-ready.Strong Graduate Employment:
Deakin is ranked #2 in Victoria for graduate employment.Sustainable Future:
Deakin is committed to sustainability and has a strong focus on environmental education, research, and climate-ready campuses.Academic Programs:
Deakin offers a wide range of academic programs across various faculties and schools, including:
Arts and Education
Business and Law
Health
Science, Engineering and Built Environment
Deakin is particularly strong in areas such as sport science, education, nursing, and graduate employment.
Other:
Deakin has a strong commitment to reconciliation and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The university also fosters innovative partnerships with industry, government, and research leaders.
Entry Requirements:
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
- completion of a bachelor degree or higher
- at least two years' relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)
Language Proficiency Requirements
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
- bachelor degree from a recognized English-speaking country
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements)