Refresher Course - Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is the course?
- Do I need to complete all days of the refresher course?
- Who can apply to participate in a refresher course?
- How do I register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching?
- How much does it cost to participate in a refresher course?
- If I have recently gained employment in a school and am participating in a refresher course, is there funding available to release me from my school to attend the course?
How long is the course?
The refresher course is a 7 day program consisting of:
- The Core Program – Compulsory three days providing an overview of the major changes and directions in DEECD.
- The Professional Module Program – Optional two days which offers selected modules to meet individual teacher needs.
- The School Experience Program - Optional two days of classroom and school experience provided through school visits.
Do I need to complete all days of the refresher course?
The course is designed to be flexible to suit individual participant needs.
The Core Program (3 days) is compulsory. The Professional Module Program (2 days) and the School Experience Program (2 days) however are optional. Participants who feel familiar with current classroom and school practice may choose not to participate in the School Experience Program (for example).
Who can apply to participate in a refresher course?
Courses are open to qualified and experienced teachers registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) who have not held a teaching position in a Government school in the last three years.
Teachers who have worked as Casual Replacement Teachers during this time and registered teachers who have interstate or overseas training and/or experience and who have not taught in a Victorian government school are also eligible to apply.
How do I register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching?
Information on applying for teacher registration is available at the VIT website (http://www.vit.vic.edu.au) or by calling the Teacher's Hotline on 1300 888 067.
How much does it cost to participate in a refresher course?
There is no cost for participants. However, accommodation and travel are not included.
If I have recently gained employment in a school and am participating in a refresher course, is there funding available to release me from my school to attend the course?
Funding is not provided for release from your school.
Schools may choose to support participants to attend a refresher course.
Courses are offered both during school terms and during school holiday periods.