courses - Education Courses

Level: Short Course

This course develops the "people skills" side of training. It shows you how to handle students more effectively; how to enthuse them and keep them committed to their studies; and how to diffuse problems that might undermine their ability to effectively learn.This course develops the "people skills" side of training. It shows you how to handle students more effectively; how to enthuse them and... more

Level: Short Course

Approaches to education are variable, and development of any course should maintain focus on both aims and delivery method. Some courses are developed to be teacher centred; others to be student centred. Experiential learning such as Delivery methods can also vary (eg.Classroom, Workplace, Online, CD E learning, Blended and PBL) and course development requires a different approach in each... more

Level: Short Course

Learn to deliver education through distance education modes, including paper based correspondence courses, on line training, video courses, telephone conferencing and e-learning.With the growing demand for distance education, and with more universities and colleges turning to distance education to keep abreast of the global need for more flexible education, Courses Direct is often asked how it... more

Level: Short Course

Understand how and why people learn, and how to apply that understanding to bring about changes in people of all ages. This course will benefit a wide range of people, from parents (understanding of how their children develop) to teachers/trainers and welfare workers or leisure professionals (eg. youth leaders). Discuss theories of development and learning. Explain behavioural theories of... more

Level: Short Course

This develops skills in teaching. At 100 hours of study, this course includes, but exceeds the scope of a typical Train the Trainer Course. It is appropriate for people teaching at a vocational level, or involved in supervising and instructing staff in a workplace situation. This course develops skills in teaching. At 100 hours of study, this course includes, but exceeds the scope of a typical... more

Level: Certificate

Push the boundaries of conventional wisdomA useful foundation courses for people working in the education industry - not just classroom teaching and not just mainstream education. This course is designed to push the boundaries and expand your perspective on the education industries and opportunities for work in such industries.With an emphasis on hands-on, experiential learning, this course is... more

Level: Certificate

Develop a foundation for Teaching children or adults. This course is designed to fill a gap between an extensive education degree, and very short "train the trainer" type courses. It will provide a foundation for teaching people of any age; giving you basic communication skills for delivering a learning experience, either in a classroom, or face to face, and more.... more

Level: Certificate

This certificate is focused for people wanting to or already are working with children as well as anyone wanting to develop skills for a career in childcare. This certificate is comprised of the following courses - Play Leadership, Introduction to Psychology, Child Psychology,  Children's Writing, Children's Nutrition, Playground Design.  This course is internationally accredited through... more

Level: Advanced Certificate

Interested in different learning environments?This advanced certificate provides a foundation for working in any area of education; in administration, course development or delivery. The opportunity is provided to either specialize in Distance or Classroom based education. This is an innovative course that aims to develop skills more in tune with 21st century education, emphasising the... more

Level: Advanced Certificate

Develop skills top work in a Support Capacity in the Education industry. This course is designed to provide skills that are valuable for people who work in support of teaching staff at a school or college, whether in an office or as a teachers aid.... more