Program Overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in Education (P12) STEM from Victoria University equips individuals with a solid foundation in STEM teaching for non-registration settings like community training and after-school programs. It fosters knowledge, skills, and attributes for diverse education roles and serves as a stepping stone for further study in primary or secondary teaching. The program emphasizes ICT integration, effective STEM education practices, professional development, and human development principles.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Undergraduate Certificate in Education (P12) STEM from Victoria University is a program designed to provide a solid theoretical foundation and curriculum knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teaching. It intends to prepare individuals for careers in learning settings where teacher registration is not compulsory, such as community training, after-school or holiday programs. This undergraduate certificate fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and attributes applicable to diverse education roles. Additionally, it serves as a robust foundation for further tertiary study in primary or secondary teaching.
Outline:
Core Units:
- ICT in Education for the 21st Century: This unit explores the integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) into teaching and learning to enhance student engagement and improve educational outcomes. Students will develop skills in utilizing various ICT tools and resources to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
- Educating for STEM: This unit focuses on the principles and practices of effective STEM education. Students will explore strategies for teaching STEM concepts in a meaningful and relevant way, promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry.
- Personal and Professional Learning for Teaching: This unit provides a framework for professional and personal development in teaching. Students will reflect on their teaching practices, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies for continuous growth and development.
- Human Development, Sustainability, and Wellbeing: This unit examines the physical, emotional, and social development of learners in the context of education.
Careers:
Completion of the Undergraduate Certificate in Education (P12) STEM provides individuals with a foundation for pursuing careers in various education-related roles, including:
- Community training
- After-school programs
- Holiday programs
- Informal educational settings
- Training roles in organizations or industries
- Pathways to further study in education, such as the Diploma of Education Studies, Bachelor of Education Studies, or Bachelor of Education (P-12)
