Professional learning opportunities for teachers Page ContentExplore professional learning opportunities, scholarships and online webinars and resources that can support your professional development. On this page Grants and scholarships Online opportunities Term 1 Term 2Term 3 Term 4For more opportunities not featured in In Our Classrooms, see: Teacher professional learning catalogue Grants and scholarship opportunities A list of grants and scholarships available for teachers to further their professional career. Incentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for students. Apply by 1 June Online opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities available online and on demand. Set yourself up for a successful future in school leadershipDevelop your skills and apply now for the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership’s Inspire: Local Leaders programProfessional learning opportunities for learning specialistsRegister for courses starting in July 2022 to learn about modelling best-practice teaching and professional learningProfessional learning opportunities for teachers at Education State Principals ConferenceAll school leadership team members are invited to register for online sessions by 20 May 2022Tutor Learning Initiative lifts the numbers at Emerald Primary SchoolTargeted support helps lift numeracy learning outcomes for students. Access professional learning for guidance Effective communication with parents and carersAccess resources and training to strengthen your positive communication and conflict management skillsSetting expectations of behaviour in the school communitySupport and resources are available to help create safe and respectful school communitiesFree professional learning from the Victorian Deaf Education InstituteAccess free on-demand presentations to support students who are deaf or hard of hearingSupporting students engaged in the youth justice systemAccess resources to help provide educational support for young people involved in the youth justice systemLearn about supporting students with diverse learning needsApplications for Inclusive Classrooms courses close 7 February 2022. Literacy and numeracy professional learningRegister now for a range of literacy and numeracy courses in Term 4 and 2022Encouraging design thinking in schoolsApply now for the Design2Innovate professional learning course for middle leaders and classroom teachers Professional learning for new high-ability toolkitRegister for sessions to learn how to support high-ability students in primary and secondary schools.Reflecting on the Middle Leaders in Schools ConferenceCatch up on the lessons and success stories from the conference, with recordings available on demandCoaching for Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Support teachersLearn how coaching is helping teachers to work collaboratively and build expertise Grow your leadership skills in 2022Express interest now in a Bastow course to build leadership skills to suit your career stage Term 1 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 1. Literacy professional learning Register now for online literacy courses through the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership in terms 1 and 2Station Ideation – A Minecraft MissionBe one of the first to see inside the newest Minecraft world and find out how to take part in the latest missionTutor Learning Initiative professional development on ArcNew webinars running in February and March are now open for registration, along with 60 hours of recordingsDevelop mentoring skills to support colleagues to achieve their VIT registrationRegister for the Effective Mentoring Program and help graduate and returning teachers to achieve full registration.Victorian Deaf Education Institute professional learning opportunitiesFor over 10 years, the VDEI continues to support free inclusive and transformative education for all children and young peopleApply now for the Victorian Aspiring Principal AssessmentThere will be a staged implementation of the VAPA as a requirement for principal appointmentKoorie English online learningDevelop your understanding of Koorie English to strengthen literacy outcomes for Koorie English speakersGraduate Diploma applications open nowApply now to undertake the Graduate Diploma of Teaching Students with an Autism Spectrum DisorderInclusive Classrooms professional learning programApply for courses starting in Term 1, 2021 to learn more about supporting students with diverse learning needsApply now: introduction to design thinking Learn how to use design thinking to effect change in your school in this course being delivered by Tech Schools next yearRegister for Learning to Thrive by Going Open workshopDiscover how to create a personalised, future-ready change program for your school Term 2 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 2. Active Schools professional developmentRegister to book your place and help your students get activeNational Music Teacher Mentoring Program 2022Express interest in the professional learning program, supporting quality music education, by 22 December 2021Master of Inclusive Education updateApplications for the next round of the initiative open 1 March 2022 and close 29 March 2022.Play-based and inquiry learningNew professional learning for teachers to support differentiated play-based and inquiry learning in the early yearsInclusive Classrooms professional learning programLearn more about supporting students with diverse learning needs at these free courses starting in mid-Term 2Participate in Australia’s Biggest Child Safety LessonStudents have the opportunity to participate in an online safety lesson on Thursday 25 JuneWebinars Leading in Challenging TimesTeachers can register now for free webinars to help with the transition back to on-site schoolingVictorian Deaf Education Institute webinarThe June 11 webinar will explore how teachers can support the positive development of adolescents who are deaf and hard of hearing Term 3 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 3. Term 3 inclusive classrooms professional learning program Apply for courses on inclusive school environments to help students with diverse learning needsProfessional learning webinars for tutors and interested teachersAccess more than 60 hours of recorded webinars and self-paced guidance on the Tutor Learning Initiative Graduate Teacher ConferencesFirst-year teachers are embracing the opportunity to connect through online conferencesIncentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for studentsNew Inclusive Classrooms courseSupport students with learning difficulties in numeracy through a new online courseRegister for the Graduate Teacher ConferencesReflect on practice, collaborate with peers and gain new ideas for the classroom at these online eventsNew webinar: evaluating the educational outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearing Learn about factors influencing developmental outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearingCopyright for Educators webinarLearn to confidently navigate copyright in classrooms in these August sessionsMasters of the Inclusive Education ScholarshipsDevelop stronger, evidence-based inclusive practices that support students of all abilities Term 4 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 4. Quality Teaching Rounds in 2022Victorian government secondary schools are invited to participate in a research study which provides funding and free professional development. Limited places availableSessional teaching vacancies for language teachers in 2022Apply to teach one of the 48 languages offered, with sessional opportunities now available across VictoriaCourses to build leadership capability Register now for Bastow courses in Term 4 to extend your expertise, skills and knowledgeIncentive payments for hard-to-staff teaching positionsThe next round of hard-to-staff teaching positions have been released. Applications close 8 November 2020Supporting a positive start to school in 2021A free webinar for Prep teachers on supporting the kindergarten to school transition is available in Term 4Learn directly from the Department’s technology industry partnersEmbed a deeper pedagogical and leadership approach to digital learning.Apply now for the Secondary Mathematics and Science Initiative Out-of-field science teachers can apply for funded graduate certificates to become in-field teachers In this section: In Our ClassroomsEvidence-based teaching approaches for your classroomResources to support your classroomProfessional learning opportunities for teachersCelebrating the professionSupporting your role as a learning specialistTerm 3 Literacy and numeracy improvement professional learningGain a fully funded graduate certificate in maths or scienceCelebrate Principals' DayHelping graduate teachers to connectProfessional Learning Program for current and aspiring Applied Learning TeachersNew Teaching Excellence Program for highly skilled teachersNew professional learning for tutors and interested teachersSupporting childrens' transition to schoolEduTECH 2021 is now virtualVictorian Teachers’ Games 2021Inclusive Classrooms professional learningAn introduction to design thinkingWhat’s new in digital learning for Term 3Professional learning for tutors: webinarsDifferentiated play-based and inquiry learningSupporting future teachers VET Champions available to speak at your schoolProactively supporting wellbeing during changeCall out for storiesVictorian Deaf Education Institute webinars and captioning serviceUpcoming literacy and numeracy professional learningADHD and Autistic Minds Conference: 7 to 9 June 202220 million reasons to celebrate School Breakfast ClubsFree camps and experiences for students in 2022Students and teachers recognised at Victorian School Sports AwardsRegistrations now open for 2022 Victorian Teachers' GamesEducation Week looks at 150 years of public education in VictoriaLiteracy and Numeracy Strategy evaluation Investing in a first-rate educationNominations are open for the Victorian Education Excellence AwardsIntroducing new teaching and leadership Academy CEOSupporting students engaged in the youth justice systemDepartment recognises long-serving staffApply now for the Premier’s Spirit of Democracy competitionStation Ideation – A Minecraft MissionDisability Inclusion Profile in practiceCelebrate Education Week and the 150th anniversary of public education in VictoriaLiteracy professional learning Register your interest in new courses for learning specialistsTeaching students about the HolocaustNew overview of FISO resourcesPremiers' Reading Challenge 2021 now openSupporting EAL curriculum implementationBuilding connections in Education WeekActive Schools Toolkit releaseTutor Learning Initiative professional learning for tutorsBecome a mentor for new teachersDo you have a budding young film maker in your class?Literacy resources to support teaching and learningHigh Impact Teaching strategies online catalogueUpcoming Legacy events to share with studentsImportance of the Australian Early Development Census for Prep teachersSupporting your role as a literacy leaderNew resource to help students lead multicultural inclusionChanges to Google education productsPlay-based and inquiry learningProfessional learning opportunities for learning specialistsInclusive Classrooms professional learning programKoorie English free online learning returns in MayVictorian Teachers' Games 2021 schedule launchesRegister for EduTECH 2021Victorian Deaf Education Institute Classroom Acoustics webinar Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize now openIncentive payments for hard-to-staff teaching positionsSupporting positive autistic identity Swimming in Schools in 2022Investing in world-class educationCelebrating Education WeekAustralian-first academy for Victoria’s best teachersUsing interpreting and translation servicesRecognising tutor experience towards teacher registration Graduate Teacher ConferencesHelp students to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and cultureNumeracy leader area workshopsTaking action to build a culturally safe schoolVictorian Students Parliamentary Program Term 2Are you an aspiring principalEvaluating Prep student learning progressNationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability Our website uses a free tool to translate into other languages. 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Incentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for students. Apply by 1 June
Set yourself up for a successful future in school leadershipDevelop your skills and apply now for the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership’s Inspire: Local Leaders program
Professional learning opportunities for learning specialistsRegister for courses starting in July 2022 to learn about modelling best-practice teaching and professional learning
Professional learning opportunities for teachers at Education State Principals ConferenceAll school leadership team members are invited to register for online sessions by 20 May 2022
Tutor Learning Initiative lifts the numbers at Emerald Primary SchoolTargeted support helps lift numeracy learning outcomes for students. Access professional learning for guidance
Effective communication with parents and carersAccess resources and training to strengthen your positive communication and conflict management skills
Setting expectations of behaviour in the school communitySupport and resources are available to help create safe and respectful school communities
Free professional learning from the Victorian Deaf Education InstituteAccess free on-demand presentations to support students who are deaf or hard of hearing
Supporting students engaged in the youth justice systemAccess resources to help provide educational support for young people involved in the youth justice system
Learn about supporting students with diverse learning needsApplications for Inclusive Classrooms courses close 7 February 2022.
Literacy and numeracy professional learningRegister now for a range of literacy and numeracy courses in Term 4 and 2022
Encouraging design thinking in schoolsApply now for the Design2Innovate professional learning course for middle leaders and classroom teachers
Professional learning for new high-ability toolkitRegister for sessions to learn how to support high-ability students in primary and secondary schools.
Reflecting on the Middle Leaders in Schools ConferenceCatch up on the lessons and success stories from the conference, with recordings available on demand
Coaching for Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Support teachersLearn how coaching is helping teachers to work collaboratively and build expertise
Grow your leadership skills in 2022Express interest now in a Bastow course to build leadership skills to suit your career stage
Literacy professional learning Register now for online literacy courses through the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership in terms 1 and 2
Station Ideation – A Minecraft MissionBe one of the first to see inside the newest Minecraft world and find out how to take part in the latest mission
Tutor Learning Initiative professional development on ArcNew webinars running in February and March are now open for registration, along with 60 hours of recordings
Develop mentoring skills to support colleagues to achieve their VIT registrationRegister for the Effective Mentoring Program and help graduate and returning teachers to achieve full registration.
Victorian Deaf Education Institute professional learning opportunitiesFor over 10 years, the VDEI continues to support free inclusive and transformative education for all children and young people
Apply now for the Victorian Aspiring Principal AssessmentThere will be a staged implementation of the VAPA as a requirement for principal appointment
Koorie English online learningDevelop your understanding of Koorie English to strengthen literacy outcomes for Koorie English speakers
Graduate Diploma applications open nowApply now to undertake the Graduate Diploma of Teaching Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder
Inclusive Classrooms professional learning programApply for courses starting in Term 1, 2021 to learn more about supporting students with diverse learning needs
Apply now: introduction to design thinking Learn how to use design thinking to effect change in your school in this course being delivered by Tech Schools next year
Register for Learning to Thrive by Going Open workshopDiscover how to create a personalised, future-ready change program for your school
National Music Teacher Mentoring Program 2022Express interest in the professional learning program, supporting quality music education, by 22 December 2021
Master of Inclusive Education updateApplications for the next round of the initiative open 1 March 2022 and close 29 March 2022.
Play-based and inquiry learningNew professional learning for teachers to support differentiated play-based and inquiry learning in the early years
Inclusive Classrooms professional learning programLearn more about supporting students with diverse learning needs at these free courses starting in mid-Term 2
Participate in Australia’s Biggest Child Safety LessonStudents have the opportunity to participate in an online safety lesson on Thursday 25 June
Webinars Leading in Challenging TimesTeachers can register now for free webinars to help with the transition back to on-site schooling
Victorian Deaf Education Institute webinarThe June 11 webinar will explore how teachers can support the positive development of adolescents who are deaf and hard of hearing
Term 3 inclusive classrooms professional learning program Apply for courses on inclusive school environments to help students with diverse learning needs
Professional learning webinars for tutors and interested teachersAccess more than 60 hours of recorded webinars and self-paced guidance on the Tutor Learning Initiative
Graduate Teacher ConferencesFirst-year teachers are embracing the opportunity to connect through online conferences
Incentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for students
New Inclusive Classrooms courseSupport students with learning difficulties in numeracy through a new online course
Register for the Graduate Teacher ConferencesReflect on practice, collaborate with peers and gain new ideas for the classroom at these online events
New webinar: evaluating the educational outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearing Learn about factors influencing developmental outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearing
Copyright for Educators webinarLearn to confidently navigate copyright in classrooms in these August sessions
Masters of the Inclusive Education ScholarshipsDevelop stronger, evidence-based inclusive practices that support students of all abilities
Quality Teaching Rounds in 2022Victorian government secondary schools are invited to participate in a research study which provides funding and free professional development. Limited places available
Sessional teaching vacancies for language teachers in 2022Apply to teach one of the 48 languages offered, with sessional opportunities now available across Victoria
Courses to build leadership capability Register now for Bastow courses in Term 4 to extend your expertise, skills and knowledge
Incentive payments for hard-to-staff teaching positionsThe next round of hard-to-staff teaching positions have been released. Applications close 8 November 2020
Supporting a positive start to school in 2021A free webinar for Prep teachers on supporting the kindergarten to school transition is available in Term 4
Learn directly from the Department’s technology industry partnersEmbed a deeper pedagogical and leadership approach to digital learning.
Apply now for the Secondary Mathematics and Science Initiative Out-of-field science teachers can apply for funded graduate certificates to become in-field teachers