Education (Special Education)
Overview
The postgraduate special education program is professionally designed to extend the competence of teachers to educate and support students with special educational needs in a range of educational settings. It is open to members of professions other than teaching who wish to expand their professional expertise into the area of special education.
Special education is the joint responsibility of special and regular teachers working closely together with parents, and in transdisciplinary teams with other professionals such as school psychologists and speech/language pathologists. Education appropriate to each student’s level of development and in the least restrictive environment is a fundamental principle underlying special education. These courses do not lead to teacher registration in South Australia.
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Courses
Graduate Certificate in Education (Special Education)
Duration: 6 months
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Online
Availability:
Full-time
Part-time
Start dates:
March
July (part-time only)
SATAC code: 2GC012
Annual indicative fees (2018):
$8,606 (Full fee paying)
Master of Education (Special Education) - Basic entry level
Duration: 2 years
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Availability:
Full-time
Part-time
Start dates:
March
July
SATAC code: 2CM009
Annual indicative fees (2018):
$17,720 (Full fee paying)
Master of Education (Special Education) - Progressive entry level
Duration: 1.5 years
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Availability:
Full-time
Part-time
Start dates:
March
July
SATAC code: 2CM168
Annual indicative fees (2018):
$17,720 (Full fee paying)
Courses
Graduate Certificate in Education (Special Education)
Duration: 6 months
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Online
Start dates:
March
CRICOS code: 053134C
Annual fees:
2018: $13,100
2019: $14,400
Master of Education (Special Education) - Basic entry level
Duration: 2 years
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Start dates:
March
July
CRICOS code: 053058K
Annual fees:
2018: $26,200
2019: $28,800
Master of Education (Special Education) - Progressive entry level
Duration: 1.5 years
Delivery mode:
On campus
External
Start dates:
March
July
CRICOS code: 091856J
Annual fees:
2018: $26,200
2019: $28,800
Your career
The courses are designed to meet the increasing demand for professional development of current teachers and other professionals. They are not designed to be an initial preparation for teaching and do not lead to teacher registration. Graduates are suitable for careers in a variety of positions ranging from work as teachers in school classrooms, school coordinators and principals, curriculum and policy advisors in departments of education, and as advisors to government and other policy makers.
Professional recognition/accreditation
These courses do not lead to teacher registration in South Australia.
What you will study
The program is professionally-oriented and is intended for people currently employed in the field of education and those who have an interest in further enhancing their knowledge and practice in special education. Through special education topics, it provides you with opportunities to critically examine recent literature, engage in debate and reflection, and develop and apply in-depth knowledge. The masters provides you with advanced skills and concepts in special education and opportunities to undertake in-depth study and directed research in specialised areas.
Entry requirements
Graduate Certificate in Education (Special Education)
Applicants must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in education, disability studies, psychology, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or a closely related discipline from an approved tertiary institution.
Master of Education (Special Education)
Applicants to the Master of Education (Special Education) (2 Years) must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in disability studies, psychology, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or a closely related discipline from an approved tertiary institution.
Applicants to the Master of Education (Special Education) (1.5 Years) must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in education, teaching or a closely related discipline from an approved tertiary institution.
Entry requirements
Graduate Certificate in Education (Special Education)
Applicants must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in education, disability studies, psychology, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or a closely related discipline from an approved tertiary institution.
Master of Education (Special Education)
Applicants to the Master of Education (Special Education) (2 Years) must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in disability studies, psychology, speech and language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or a closely related discipline from an approved tertiary institution.
Applicants to the Master of Education (Special Education) (1.5 Years) must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification in education, teaching or a closely related discipline from an approved tertiary institution.
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