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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture in Education

Develop your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s culture in an educational context. If you’re an educator in Australian schools or care services, this course is ideal for you.
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Delivery Method
100% Online
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Study Hours
15 hours
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Course Access
12 Months

If you’re an educator, this course is ideal for promoting cultural inclusion, improving classroom practice, and creating stronger partnerships with First Nations students and their families.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture in Education is a professional development course that explores national and state policies, cultural safety practices and the value of diversity in all student interactions.

In this online course, you will discover practical strategies for building positive relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and communities. You will learn how to consult with local Elders and cultural leaders and embed Indigenous perspectives in literacy and numeracy programs.

You will discover appropriate communication techniques to enhance classroom engagement and student well-being. You will also learn about pastoral care, culturally responsive teaching methods, and how to recognise the unique learning styles of Indigenous students.

On completion of this course, you will feel confident to engage respectfully with First Nations communities and use cultural resources to enhance educational outcomes.

Printed learning materials are available for purchase for this course and can be ordered during enrolment.  

Course Structure
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture in Education
  • Contribute to a positive school environment
  • Policies and procedures relating to the delivery of education for First Nations students
  • National and State policies
  • Clarify interactions with Indigenous students
  • Build positive relationships
  • Value diversity through interactions with all students
  • Consulting with persons of the local region and cultural identity
  • Cultural, linguistic and spiritual backgrounds of children and families
  • Inclusion of Indigenous contexts in education programs and learning environments
  • Accessing community resources
  • Engaging with Indigenous communities
  • Respect for local culture and customs
  • Using simple and clear language
  • Attending community activities
  • Partnerships with community members
  • Pastoral care initiatives
  • Care for students
  • Student wellbeing
  • Involving pastoral carers and support workers
  • Providing a caring and supportive environment
  • Developing skills and knowledge
  • Enhancing interactions with students
  • How indigenous students prefer to learn
  • Cultural competence
  • Cultural safety in schools
  • Management of information gathered from First Nations communities
  • Providing opportunities for students to share local cultural knowledge
  • Select contextualisation for literacy and numeracy learning
  • Literacy – oral and written language skills
  • Modifications of literacy resources
  • Using cultural knowledge to support program resources
  • Delivery and communication strategies
  • Enhancing interactions
  • Recognising the accomplishments of First Nations people
  • Barriers to learning
  • Develop strategies to match students’ needs
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Estimated Duration
15 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment

Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.

Approval and Recognition

Australian Online Courses Pty Ltd is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association that recognises quality and excellence in tertiary education providers.

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Career Outcomes

Professional Development for:

  • Teacher
  • Childcare worker
  • Early years educator
  • Kindergarten teacher
  • Teachers’ Aide
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November 2023
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A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.

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  • Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
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  • We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
  • Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.

There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18 with a competent level of English. For those under 18, please complete the Parent/Guardian Consent Form before enrolling.

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This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.

No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.

Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.

Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.

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