Intakes
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Oct
Units
4 units, 7 weeks each
Duration
8 months part-time
Save on your fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available for this course. This means you may be eligible to receive a government subsidy to reduce the fees you’ll pay.
Why study the online Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership at UC?
People-first leadership focus
Gain leadership and management skills that help you connect, inspire and influence. Shape educational environments that acknowledge and celebrate the unique needs of students and teachers.
Enhanced professional identity
Develop your professional authority as a modern educator. Enhance your creative problem-solving and communication skills to respond to current and emerging educational challenges.
Online and supported
Study 100% online from anywhere in Australia while receiving dedicated student support allowing you to balance full-time work whilst developing your professionalism and leadership as a teacher.
Course overview
The online Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership from the University of Canberra will develop your leadership toolkit with contemporary frameworks and advanced people-first leadership approaches to guide your school community to reach their full potential. Become a pillar of school and system success with the ability to understand and implement strategies to empower, support and encourage development in your staff and students, resulting in school and educational landscape improvement.
What you will learn
Develop professional identity as an educator and educational leader through advanced leadership theories and practices.
Develop your own or others' capacity to enhance educational outcomes for all, including equity groups.
Plan, develop and evaluate effective change systems.
Integrate learning and teaching within a coherent leadership framework.
Apply principles of leadership to workforce development and complex problems in educational contexts.
Your course pathway
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership is composed of 4 core units and is an entry point for the Master of Education (Leadership).
Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership
4 units | 8 months*
*Dependent on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Adviser for more information.
Taught by industry experts
“The University of Canberra’s online Master of Education and Graduate Certificate in Education courses have been designed to provide teachers with ideal practical professional development and career-building opportunities, allowing them to shape their future education/professional pathways and enhance their skills and knowledge.”
Dr. Beth Chapman
Program Director for Postgraduate Education
Taught by industry experts
“While much attention has been given to improving teacher's capacity in recent years, the role of school leadership remains fundamental to achieving enhanced educational outcomes for all students. For educational leaders the ongoing acquisition of knowledge about leadership practice and the application of that knowledge is crucial.”
Doctor Bernard Brown
Senior Lecturer in Education
Taught by industry experts
“The Leadership of Learning, Teaching and Curriculum unit explores how these three core elements interconnect to drive school and system success. Students examine foundational curriculum theories and the strategic use of data to foster measurable improvement. By applying these insights, participants learn to successfully implement changes in curriculum and pedagogy.”
Mr. Matthew Brown
Associate Professor & Associate Dean, Partnerships
Ready to learn more?
Download your course brochure for more detailed information including:
- What you’ll study
- Recognition of prior learning
- Entry requirements
- Fees and FEE-HELP
Ready to apply?
Start your application to study with UC Online.
