We value the importance of quality capability development that aligns to Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Our professional development programs provide ongoing support to help Tasmanian teachers:

Courses for teachers

We have compiled a selection of courses below that are open for enrolment.

Enrol by 28 Jan, 2025

What, Why and How of Reading Instruction, Assessment and Curriculum, Years 3 – 6 with Emina McLean

Designed to support Year 3 – 6 teachers to deliver a consistent, explicit approach to reading instruction.
Online
4 Feb +1 more
Teaching Support Staff +4 more
Enrol by 20 Jan, 2025

Reading across the Secondary Curriculum with Emina McLean

A course designed to upskill secondary teachers with ways to support students in the ‘What’, ‘Why’ and ‘How’ of reading assessment and curriculum instruction.
In-person
3 Feb
Teaching Support Staff +3 more
Enrol by 21 Jan, 2025

Manual Handling Training – South

Workshops especially for Teacher Assistants and Classroom Teachers who are teaching multiple/physically impaired students and students with autism.
In-person
4 Feb
Teaching Support Staff +1 more
Available anytime
University of Adelaide Website

Classroom Management Micro-credential

This program is part of the Australian Government’s ‘Micro-credentials for Classroom Confidence’ series, focusing on Classroom Management.
Self-paced
Teachers
Enrol by 21 Jan, 2025

Introduction to Restorative Practices and Circles

This program provides a common language and approach, empowering participants to reframe conflicts and tensions as opportunities for rebuilding relationships.
In-person
4 Feb +1 more
Teachers +3 more
Available anytime
DECYP Canvas Login

Safeguarding Risk Management in Schools

This module outlines the department’s approach to child safeguarding risk management in schools.
Self-paced
Teaching Support Staff +4 more
Available anytime
NCCD Website

Disability Standards for Education

These modules will help you meet legal obligations under the Disability Discrimination Act and the Disability Standards for Education.
Self-paced
Teaching Support Staff +6 more
Available anytime
Qualiteach Website

Qualiteach Literacy Training Package

This package builds foundational knowledge in structured literacy and multi-tiered support systems for Tasmanian educators.
Self-paced
Teaching Support Staff +3 more
Available anytime
DECYP MyCareer Login

School WHS Risk Management Training

This module will equip you with practical knowledge and tools to effectively manage risks in schools.
Self-paced
Teaching Support Staff +7 more

Career opportunities for teachers

If you’re looking to begin or advance your career in teaching within DECYP, visit our teaching careers page to find our latest vacancies. 

Teaching careers