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'I work as a special needs educator, specialising in learners with Asperger's, high functioning autism and ADD/ADHD. I trained as a secondary teacher and, while my major was English, I fell in love with my minor of working in learning support. QUT was so supportive in letting me tailor my assignments to this particular group of learners.'
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'I work as a special needs educator, specialising in learners with Asperger's, high functioning autism and ADD/ADHD. I trained as a secondary teacher and, while my major was English, I fell in love with my minor of working in learning support. QUT was so supportive in letting me tailor my assignments to this particular group of learners.'
Highlights
- Develop specialist knowledge and skills in supporting students with learning difficulties and disabilities in inclusive classrooms and schools.
- Prepares you to assist children, adolescents and adults with learning, social and behavioural challenges.
- Learn today, use tomorrow with our real-world courses.
- You can choose to specialise in this area or choose option units across a range of topics.
Highlights
- Develop specialist knowledge and skills in supporting students with learning difficulties and disabilities in inclusive classrooms and schools.
- Flexible delivery with online, part-time study.
- Prepares you to assist children, adolescents and adults with learning, social and behavioural challenges.
- Learn today, use tomorrow with our real-world courses.
- You can choose to specialise in this area or choose option units across a range of topics.
Why choose this course?
The Graduate Certificate in Education (Inclusive Education) is ideal for teachers who wish to gain knowledge of the theories, current research and implications for instructional practice related to supporting students with learning difficulties and disabilities in inclusive classrooms.
This course is designed to focus on ‘inclusive education’ rather than ‘special education’.
Be inspired by postgraduate students putting their learnings into action. Read their stories on our Education insights blog.
Learn from the best
QUT’s teaching staff collectively represent a diverse range of education knowledge, skills and experiences. Many of these educators are talented researchers in QUT’s Centre for Inclusive Education, with a strong passion for reducing exclusion and increasing inclusion to provide all children and young people with equitable opportunities to learn and develop.
Explore this course
The Graduate Certificate in Education (Inclusive Education) will draw on your prior experience, and build your knowledge to:
- understand best practice in inclusive education
- strengthen your ability to lead the implementation of evidence-based inclusive practice
- develop skills in the design of multi-tiered supports and reasonable adjustments to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in consultation with learners and in collaboration with parents, allied health professionals and teacher aides
- critically evaluate professional practices that support the creation of positive, safe and supportive learning environments for all learners.
Flexible delivery
The Graduate Certificate in Education (Inclusive Education) is delivered online and can be completed in part-time study mode. This major is not available to international students on Australian government international student visas. If you hold a different visa which allows you to study, you may be able to undertake flexible study.
International students studying on a student visa may only study full time. If that's you, you will need to refer to Graduate Certificate in Education - Choice of Units to create a full-time course structure.
Flexible delivery
You may study this course part time. If you choose a selection of option units you can choose to study full-time or part-time.
You can study on campus, online or select a blended approach to suit you. QUT provides a variety of online learning environments to enable you to participate fully, receive expert guidance and support, and be in regular contact with expert teaching staff.
Careers and outcomes
This course is designed to prepare teachers with the knowledge and experience they need in order to best support the learning, social and behavioural needs of diverse learners in inclusive classrooms.
Course articulation
You have the option to keep learning and build towards a Master of Education.
Course articulation
You have the option to further your studies with a Master of Education. In the Master of Education you can choose to continue online study or consider face-to-face studies at our Kelvin Grove campus.
To graduate with the Graduate Certificate in Education (Inclusive Education) you will need to complete all units in the Inclusive Education major. You may only study the Inclusive Education major part time.
The Graduate Certificate in Education (Inclusive Education) is only available to non-student visa holders or international students studying from their home country. This course is available 1 year part-time. To graduate with the Graduate Certificate in Education (Inclusive Education) you will need to complete all units in the Inclusive Education major.
International students studying on a student visa may only study full time. If that's you, you will need to refer to Graduate Certificate in Education - Choice of Units to create a full-time course structure.
- Course code
- EU60
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- Online
- Kelvin Grove
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- Online
- 1 years part-time
- July intake starts first Monday in July
- 1 years part-time
- February and July
- July intake starts first Monday in July
- February and July
- July intake starts first Monday in July
Entry requirements
You must have one of the following:
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline;or
- A recognised diploma in any discipline followed by at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in any field;or
- Five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in any field.
July intake
If you are interested in July start please note the course starts first Monday in July, three weeks before semester 2 starts. Please view July (6TP4) dates to find out more.
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirement
You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
July intake
If you are interested in July start please note the course starts first Monday in July, three weeks before semester 2 starts. Please view July (6TP4) dates to find out more.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $2,400 per year full-time (48 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $17,400 per year part-time (48 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $2,300 per year part-time (48 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $16,100 per year part-time (48 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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