About the course
Whether you're currently working as a learning support officer, learning assistant or would like to become one, the University of Canberra's Undergraduate Certificate in Education is the course for you.
Discover how to support and facilitate the development and learning of young people in Australian schools. From educational psychology, classroom management to inclusive communication practices, our education certificate will help you build the foundational knowledge, practical experience and mentorship you need to thrive in a variety of learning support jobs in the education sector.
With online learning components, you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to study in the method that works best for your schedule, with a 10-day school-based placement required*.
Not only will you stand out to future employers as a qualified Learning Support Assistant (LSA/LSO), this certificate will also create pathways to further study, such as our Bachelor of Education, paving the way for you to become an accredited teacher.
So what are you waiting for? Apply now and inspire future generations.
* Disclaimer: Placement is to be completed in person and can be completed outside the ACT. Conditions apply.
Study with balance
Tailor your study with a blend of online and face-to-face learning. Connect with your teachers through our learning portal while gaining valuable in-person experience.
Connect practice with theory
Learn how to connect your experience with theoretical knowledge.
Expand your career options
Gain credits towards a teaching degree, keeping your future study options open.
Study with balance
Tailor your study with a blend of online and face-to-face learning. Connect with your teachers through our learning portal while gaining valuable in-person experience.
Connect practice with theory
Learn how to connect your experience with theoretical knowledge.
Expand your career options
Gain credits towards a teaching degree, keeping your future study options open.
Tailor your study with a blend of online and face-to-face learning. Connect with your teachers through our learning portal while gaining valuable in-person experience.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of key educational principles through practical observation and reflection to analyse, grow your skillset and be adaptable in the classroom.
Pave the way towards further study to become an accredited teacher with the option of applying your completed units towards a Bachelor of Education.
Explore the psychology behind key developmental phases and behaviour to inform your practice and understanding.
UC is 5-star rated for full-time employment in Education
(GUG 2025)
4 subjects in 12 months part-time
10 day school-based placement*
Credits towards teaching degree
4 subjects in 12 months part-time
10 day school-based placement*
Credits towards teaching degree
*Disclaimer: Placement is required to be completed in person within the ACT. Conditions apply.
Career outlook
Whether you're starting your journey in education or building on your existing experience, teaching offers a rewarding and secure career with opportunities across the country. This is supported by the recent Quality Initial Teacher Education Review, stating the strength of the profession. Teaching is in high demand, offers stability and provides some of the best starting salaries in the world.
Study education at UC to get connected, prepared and ready for a bright future. With access to premium practical learning and leading teacher education, you'll unlock the career-long benefits in an industry that's in high demand.
#1 in Australia
for collaboration with industry by current researchers
(The Australian, 2022)
Education is for everyone
UC is ranked #7 in the world for reducing inequalities.
(THE Impact Rankings, 2023)
Academic leaders
#1 in Canberra for teaching quality, student support and skill development.
(GUG, 2025)
What you will learn
In four comprehensive units, you’ll gain the key foundations of current teaching practice that can be applied to multiple school settings.
At UC our Teacher Education courses are not like any others in Australia.
Designed to give you more contact with schools than any other Teacher Education course in Australia, we provide a uniquely hands-on experience. You’ll gain real-world experience through regular school-based clinics that far exceed 80-hour placement requirement for teacher accreditation.
From our teaching clinics to the long-list of career-long benefits we offer, you will be the best teacher you can be with UC.
Visit our dedicated UC Difference page to learn more.
To be eligible for this course, you must have either:
- Year 12 ATAR – selection rank of 60, or
- Other Australian qualification, or
- Work experience, or
- Overseas qualification
Some students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may be eligible to apply to defer payment of their tuition fees via the Commonwealth Government's FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP schemes.
Visit our fees page for lots of useful information about eligibility, how to apply and pay. You can apply for FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP once you have enrolled in a course.
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- Matching the course to you
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- How to apply
- Tuition cost and fees
