If you are a teacher or allied health professional seeking to enhance your capacity to support students with emotional and behavioural challenges, the Graduate Certificate in Emotional and Behavioural Support in Education at The University of Newcastle is designed for you. This postgraduate program addresses the critical need for specialised skills in fostering inclusive learning environments for children and adolescents facing unique behavioural and emotional hurdles. You will gain a deep understanding of assessment, programming, and intervention strategies, preparing you to make a significant positive impact in educational settings.
This online, part-time Graduate Certificate is structured over six months, allowing you to integrate your learning with professional practice. You will explore whole-school approaches to behaviour support, delve into the introduction of challenging behaviours and positive support, and learn to effectively use resources for behavioural issues. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, you will develop the specialised skills necessary to cultivate rich, supportive learning environments, graduating with enhanced expertise in diversity programming and adjusted learning activities.