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About the course
This Undergraduate Certificate in Primary Physical Education builds specialist skills to teach physical education in primary settings. Completed in around six months, it focuses on developing movement skills in children and understanding how growth, motor development and psychosocial factors influence learning through movement. The course provides a fast pathway to further study options at Victoria University in education or sport-related degrees in Education & Teaching. The programme develops classroom practice, curriculum knowledge, and educational psychology for teaching professions.
Career outcome
Graduates can support or deliver primary-school physical education programs by applying safe, age-appropriate movement and games activities. The course suits current or aspiring educators seeking formal upskilling in PE and movement development, and can strengthen employability in school and community education settings. It may also serve as a pathway into further teacher education or sport and physical education study within Education & Teaching. Preparing graduates for teaching, education support, and learning development roles in schools and colleges.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
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