Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus)
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The Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus)* offers you a unique employment-based pathway to build knowledge in your chosen field, and the opportunity to transition into our accredited teaching degree so you can earn while you learn and reach your education career goals.
- The School of Education develops graduates who are equipped with practical knowledge and skills which are informed by research and practice.
- This course will assist you in understanding how the brain works during learning to develop your skills in understanding effective learning and managing classrooms to ensure social equity is core to your development as a teacher.
- Gain access to the most up-to-date curriculum resources, all scaffolded across your degree, giving you the opportunity to build your skills as you become more experienced.
- The Diploma of Teacher Education will equip you with the strategies you need to ensure that every student succeeds
- This course will support meaningful connections with the community with a focus on learning opportunities that take place within schools and the community.
* This Nexus course is only available for Educational Support (ES) staff and Koorie Engagement Support Officers (KESO).
As this course is either new or undergoing revision, the details below are pending approval. These details are provided to indicate the likely availability of the course but are subject to change and provided for information purposes only. To be kept up to date on course details and when applications open, keep informed and we’ll be in touch.
Overview
Key facts
| Award | Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus) |
|---|---|
| Start dates | Semester 1 (March 2025) |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Available locations | Online |
| Cohorts | Applications will be available for domestic students. |
| Scholarships | View fees and scholarships |
| Fees | Learn more about Fees and scholarships. |
About the Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus)
If you’re Educational Support (ES) staff or a Koorie Engagement Support Officer (KESO) looking for an employment-based pathway to an accredited teaching degree, La Trobe’s Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus) is the perfect opportunity to get paid to work while you take your first step towards a rewarding career in teaching.
When you successfully complete the Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus), you could progress to a Bachelor of Education (Secondary). You'll also receive advanced standing for up to one year of full-time study.
You’ll develop solid foundations in digital learning, literacy, numeracy and learning contexts – skills that will serve you throughout your teaching career. Immerse yourself in the full university experience, studying alongside Bachelor students in the same subjects.
We're at your side every step of the way. Receive personalised advice from a dedicated Student Adviser and connect with discipline-based peer mentors. We'll help you enrol, choose your subjects and navigate university systems and requirements. You can also access the university-wide careers service for advice and assistance on your resume, interview skills and career planning.
You'll learn:
- Digital learning
- Explore the world of digital learning in a way that's creative, collaborative and innovative.
- Learning contexts
- Learn how to create safe, diverse learning environments for people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Literacy and numeracy
- Understand key concepts and conventions of the English language and numeracy
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 5 - Diploma.
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Entry requirements and pathways
All undergraduate (Year 12 & Non Year 12)
Additional selection criteria - STAT
You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:
- are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)
- have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or
- do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.
Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page page for further information.
Additional selection criteria - Personal statement
Selection Process
1) Applicants must have experience as an Education Support Officer role or Koorie Education Support Officer. Students will be required to provide evidence of a minimum of 2 years full time (or equivalent part-time) work experience within the industry.
2) Applicants need to provide a Principal's endorsement from a school in which you are currently or have previously been an Education Support Officer or Koorie Education Support Officer.
3) Applicants will complete and submit a Personal Social Justice commitment statement in support of their application.
Prerequisites
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Credit for previous study (advanced standing)
Credit for previous study (advanced standing) is the recognition of prior study or learning that can be counted towards a qualification. This can reduce the number of subjects required to complete your course. The amount of credit received depends on the level and relevance of your previous study and the number of subjects completed.
The University will designate courses where there is only admission into Year 1 of the course. In these cases, there is limited credit. See list of limited entry courses.
To check if this course is available for credit, please visit the Advanced standing webpage.
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What you'll study
Sample course structure
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook .
To qualify for the award of Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus) , students must complete a total of 120 credit points across 1 year.
Work-Based Learning
Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)
During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Partnerships Operations team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.
Work integrated learning opportunities
interprofessional learning
Other opportunities
Student exchange and overseas short programs offer a unique opportunity for a meaningful learning and educational experience abroad. La Trobe University encourages all students to make the world their campus by participating in an exchange or overseas short program that fits within your degree structure.
See La Trobe University Handbook for more details
The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
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Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus) course and career outcomes
Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus) intended learning outcomes
- Address literacy and numeracy needs for all stakeholders in a teacher education context
- Demonstrate competence in teaching & learning in specific curriculum areas
- Articulate awareness of and ability to apply theories of learning and development
- Design, develop and implement curriculum for Secondary and/or Specialist Schools context
- Demonstrate the application and integration of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching and learning
- Provide evidence of knowledge of professional teacher standards, ethical codes of conduct and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) relevant to applications
- Demonstrate competence in creating positive learning environments for a range of learners
- Address educational issues and improve teaching practice through design, conduct and reflection on evidence-based research
- Demonstrate the capacity to design and implement assessment, feedback and reporting strategies, that complement and support learning processes and are inclusive of diagnostic, formative and summative
Diploma of Teacher Education (Nexus) career opportunities
After graduation, you'll be prepared to work in learning- or education-related fields across a wide range of industries. Work in policy, community programs, corporate training and more.
Possible roles include:
- Training consultant
- Develop engaging training programs to meet businesses’ needs.
- Education aide
- Provide critical support to teachers and care for children in preschool, primary school or secondary school.
- Community educator
- Develop, implement and deliver community education programs and interventions.
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Fees and scholarships
Please note that additional costs are incurred from Essential requirements and additional costs.
Domestic student fee help
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
In a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), your tuition fees are subsidised by the Australian Government. Your share of the fee (the student contribution), is set each year by the government and is determined by the discipline areas (bands) of your individual subjects, not the overall course.
Learn more about Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
HECS-Help Loan
HECS-HELP is the Australian Government’s Higher Education Loan Program. It enables you to borrow the amount of your student contribution and then pay that loan back once you are in the workforce and earning at a specified level. A HECS-HELP loan is not means tested.
HECS-HELP is available to eligible Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders who are enrolled in a CSP. As a CSP student, you may be eligible to apply for a HECS-HELP loan, which allows you to defer payment of up to 100% of your student contribution.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for both current and future students. Find out what La Trobe scholarship opportunities might be available to you. View all available scholarships.
You must first have an offer to study at La Trobe before you are eligible to apply for a La Trobe scholarship.
Scholarships that may be available for this course
Bendigo Pioneers Bursary
Bendigo Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Future undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
Regional Benefits Program
Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – Future undergraduates, Australian Citizen
An ATAR of 80 - 94.95 will place you in consideration for a scholarship of $2000 annually*. An ATAR of 95+ will place you in consideration for a scholarship of $5000 annually*.
Barrie Winzar Memorial Bursary
Bendigo Campus – 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
There is no restriction on a recipient of this award's eligibility to apply for and hold other bursaries or scholarships.
La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship
Sydney Campus, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – Future undergraduates, Future postgraduate coursework, International Student
Santa Singh and Balwant Kaur Scholarship
Sydney Campus, Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Honours, Postgraduate coursework, Australian Citizen
Indigenous Accommodation Scholarship
Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Australian Citizen
Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Scholarship
Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus, Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Future postgraduate coursework, Future undergraduates, Honours, Postgraduate coursework, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
Lightfolk Foundation Shepparton Scholarship
Online, Shepparton Campus – 1st year undergraduates, Australian Citizen
Placement Travel Bursary
Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, Postgraduate coursework, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, International Student, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
Regional Youth Investment Program Industry Placement Bursary
Albury-Wodonga Campus – 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
La Trobe East Asia Academic Excellence Scholarship
Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Melbourne Campus, City Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – Future undergraduates, Future postgraduate coursework, International Student
La Trobe East Asia Creative Talent Scholarship
Melbourne Campus, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – Future undergraduates, Future postgraduate coursework, International Student
Davey Family Bursary
Bendigo Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Future undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
EC Thompson Bursary
Bendigo Campus – 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Honours, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, Permanent Resident
JRV Anderson Bursary
Bendigo Campus – 2nd year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
Albury-Wodonga Student Materials Bursary
Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus – Future undergraduates, 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, International Student
Andrea Hore Memorial Bursary
Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus – 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident
Greg Ellis Memorial Bursary
Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Honours, Postgraduate coursework, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
Mildura Staff Giving Scholarship
Mildura Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Future undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
Michael Malthouse Elite Sports Scholarship
Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Melbourne Campus, City Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – Future undergraduates, 1st year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
Lisa Malone Scholarship
Albury-Wodonga Campus – 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Honours, Postgraduate coursework, Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, Humanitarian Visa
La Trobe Humanitarian Scholarship
Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, Future undergraduates, Humanitarian Visa, International Student, Permanent Resident
The application process and value of the scholarship varies depending on the type of visa held.
Industry Placement Bursary
Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, 5th year undergraduates, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
La Trobe Agricultural Sciences Undergraduate Scholarship for Current Students
Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, Honours, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
Tracey Banivanua Mar Scholarship
Online, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus – 1st year undergraduates, 2nd year undergraduates, 3rd year undergraduates, 4th year undergraduates, Honours, Australian Citizen, Humanitarian Visa, New Zealand Citizen, Permanent Resident
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