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As a special education teacher, you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of students who need tailored support to reach their potential. After graduating with a special education degree, you'll be able to develop and implement support programs for students with diverse learning needs. You’ll also have the skills to pursue careers within the disability sector, training sector, human services and community-based government organisations. 

Yes, special and inclusive education teachers are in demand, particularly in regional areas. With increasing focus on inclusive education practices, there are ongoing opportunities for qualified professionals in this field across various educational settings. 

The special and inclusive education qualifications offered by ÌÔƬ×ÊÔ´Íø are postgraduate programs designed for educators who want to extend their specialist knowledge in supporting students with diverse learning needs. To qualify for a Graduate Certificate of Education Studies, you’ll need to have a completed an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, in any area. To study the Graduate Diploma of Education, you must have completed an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent in an education-related discipline. 

These qualifications build on existing teaching qualifications rather than providing initial teacher registration. If you already hold teacher registration, you can teach regular classes and use your special education expertise to support inclusive practices across all classroom settings. 

Some key attributes of special and inclusive educators include emotional intelligence and resilience, patience, empathy, and adaptability. You’ll also need to develop skills in creating and implementing individualised education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.  

Strong collaboration skills will allow you to effectively work with general education teachers, families, and other professionals, to support student learning and development across various educational contexts. 

Special education teachers face unique challenges not faced in most other teaching roles. Teachers must create and implement Individual Education Plans that truly reflect student needs while working within resource constraints. 

Other challenges include managing large caseloads, navigating legal obligations, and ensuring accommodations are properly implemented. Despite these challenges, many special education teachers find the role deeply rewarding as they support students in achieving their educational goals. 

ÌÔƬ×ÊÔ´Íø offers flexible online or part-time postgraduate degrees available to suit your needs. Our flexible ways to study mean you can manage your competing priorities with ease. After completing either a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, you can apply for the Master of Education. 

Graduating with a special needs education course at ÌÔƬ×ÊÔ´Íø will qualify you to develop and implement individualised plans for students with diverse learning needs, whether they require positive behaviour support, have a disability or other learning needs. You'll be provided with comprehensive training across various areas including positive behaviour support, autism, differentiation, learning difficulties, wellbeing, and trauma.