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| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-03-01 | - |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
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Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Education: Leading Education is an accelerated, 100% online program designed for current and future school leaders. It empowers students to lead in complex environments and drive improvement in their organizations. The program comprises four units of study and upon completion, students can continue their studies to earn ECU's Accelerated Online Master of Education (Leading Education).
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Accelerated and 100% online, the Graduate Certificate of Education: Leading Education is for current and future school leaders (**Who should study this course?
- Course overview
- Continue your study
Outline:
- What you will study
- Leading Under Challenging Circumstances
- Leading for Improvement
- Leading Staff
Teaching:
- Accelerated and 100% online
- Students receive dedicated one-on-one support from a Student Success Advisor (**Why study with ECU Accelerated Online?
- Grow your network
Careers:
- Year Level Leader
- Faculty Leader
- Program Coordinator
- Head of Learning Area
- Career outcomes
Edith Cowan University
Overview:
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university located in Western Australia. It is known for its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience and its focus on research and innovation. ECU is a relatively young institution, established in 1991, but has quickly gained a global reputation for its academic excellence.
Services Offered:
ECU offers a range of services to support students, including:
Future student events:
On-campus and online sessions to help students decide on their course of study.Scholarships:
A variety of scholarships are available for eligible applicants.My-Uni-Start:
A platform for students to respond to their offer and begin their ECU experience.Career support:
Ongoing career support and access to industry contacts for alumni.Student Life and Campus Experience:
ECU boasts a vibrant campus life and offers a range of student experiences. The university has been recognized for its overall student experience, ranking highly among Australian universities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-quality teaching:
ECU is known for its high-quality teaching, as evidenced by its ranking in The Good Universities Guide.Global reputation:
Despite its young age, ECU has established a strong global reputation, ranking among the world's best universities under 50 years old.State-of-the-art facilities:
ECU is investing in new facilities, including the upcoming ECU City campus, which will be a dynamic landmark in Perth's CBD.Strong research community:
ECU has a vibrant research community, actively supporting student and staff researchers.Academic Programs:
Other:
Indigenous recognition:
ECU is committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.Industry partnerships:
ECU collaborates with a wide range of industry partners, including businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.Philanthropic support:
The ECU Foundation attracts support from individuals, alumni, and businesses.Employment opportunities:
ECU offers a variety of employment opportunities for staff and graduates.Entry Requirements:
- Have a Bachelor degree in Education or
- Equivalent or a Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline or,
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience
- Meet English Language Requirements (Band 4). Note: All applicants are required to have 2 years experience in educational setting or organisation, with equivalents considered.
