Bachelor of Training and Development

Why study the Bachelor of Training and Development at UNE?

The term 'Training and Development' describes the intersection of adult education and training with individual and organisational development. As such, this hybrid-type course provides cross-disciplinary expertise in the fields of education and business. Emphasis is placed on providing workplace trainers and developers with new tools to enhance professional development with increased managerial responsibilities. The UNE Bachelor of Training and Development has been designed to provide the cross-disciplinary expertise required by workplace trainers and supervisors with system level responsibilities or who are seeking to move into such positions. This course recognises your professional background by giving you full credit for your previous studies, training and work experience and helping you take the step into tertiary education. The UNE Bachelor of Training and Development aims to link training concerns with leadership and organisational development and to facilitate the effectiveness of individual trainers in a workplace environment. It also includes an advanced academic skills unit that helps students refine their writing and information literacy skills for tertiary study.

Career Opportunities

Trainers and supervisors who have positions of responsibility or are seeking to move into such positions.

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Degree Snapshot

DURATION

Up to 4 years Part-time

FEES

CSP
International

2020 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale

Trimester 1, Online
Trimester 2, Online
Trimester 3, Online

Official Abbreviation BTrngDev
Course Type Undergraduate
Commencing
Location Admission Period Mode of Study
Armidale Trimester 1 Online
Armidale Trimester 2 Online
Armidale Trimester 3 Online
Course Duration
  • Up to 4 years Part-time
Fees CSP / International
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Total Credit Points 144
Intensive Schools

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

Entry Requirements

Successful applicants to this 144 credit point course are granted 96 credit points of Advanced Standing at the time of admission based on a combination of formal education and work-based learning. This course may not be undertaken concurrently with, or upon successful completion of, UNE Bachelor of Organisational Leadership.

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification or overseas equivalent in a relevant area*; or

(b) hold an AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma qualification in a relevant area* from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and at least three years' relevant professional experience**; or

(c) hold an AQF Level 5 Diploma qualification in a relevant area* from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and at least four years' relevant professional experience**; or

(d) have relevant professional development/training activities equivalent to 2400 hours (the applicant is required to provide a portfolio of evidence and a summary of face-to-face and private study hours) and at least five years' relevant professional experience** which is deemed to be equivalent to Admission Rule (a), (b) or (c).

Candidates applying under Rules (b), (c) or (d) must submit a Statement of Service (on company letterhead) and a resume.

*Relevant disciplines/areas include, but are not limited, to the following:

Adult Education and Lifelong Learning

Business Administration

Government (Management)

Human Resource Management

Occupational Health and Safety

Organisational Development

Organisational Management

Policing Practice

Public Safety (Military Leadership)

Vocational Education and Training

Workplace Training and Assessment

**Relevant professional experience refers to a position of responsiblity in any organisational or industry context.

Advanced Standing

Candidates admitted under Rules (a), (b), (c) or (d) will be granted 96 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.

Academic Colours

Violet (BCC 179)

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Admission to Candidature

Successful applicants to this 144 credit point course are granted 96 credit points of Advanced Standing at the time of admission based on a combination of formal education and work-based learning. This course may not be undertaken concurrently with, or upon successful completion of, UNE Bachelor of Organisational Leadership.

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification or overseas equivalent in a relevant area*; or
(b) hold an AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma qualification in a relevant area* from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and at least three years' relevant professional experience**; or
(c) hold an AQF Level 5 Diploma qualification in a relevant area* from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and at least four years' relevant professional experience**; or
(d) have relevant professional development/training activities equivalent to 2400 hours (the applicant is required to provide a portfolio of evidence and a summary of face-to-face and private study hours) and at least five years' relevant professional experience** which is deemed to be equivalent to Admission Rule (a), (b) or (c).

Candidates applying under Rules (b), (c) or (d) must submit a Statement of Service (on company letterhead) and a resume.

*Relevant disciplines/areas include, but are not limited, to the following:
Adult Education and Lifelong Learning
Business Administration
Government (Management)
Human Resource Management
Occupational Health and Safety
Organisational Development
Organisational Management
Policing Practice
Public Safety (Military Leadership)
Vocational Education and Training
Workplace Training and Assessment

**Relevant professional experience refers to a position of responsiblity in any organisational or industry context.

Advanced Standing

Candidates admitted under Rules (a), (b), (c) or (d) will be granted 96 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.

Period of Candidature

The period of candidature shall be up to four years as a part-time candidate.

Course Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points (including 96 credit points of Advanced Standing) with at least 36 credit points at 300-level.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure Credit Points
Block Advanced Standing 96 cps
Core Units 30 cps
Listed Units 18 cps
Total 144 cps

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Award of Degree

Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Training and Development.

Appeals

Candidates are referred to the Academic Assessment Appeals Policy and the Academic Assessment Appeals Procedures.

Course Progression

Candidates are referred to the Course Progression Rule and the Course Progression Procedures.

Improper Conduct

Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Academic Misconduct Rule and the Student Coursework Academic Misconduct Procedures.

Course Aims

This course is designed specifically for training and development professionals who want to refine their skills in identifying, modifying and assessing the training needs and requirements for both individuals and organisations. Emphasis is placed on providing training and development assistance to improve learning outcomes and organisational effectiveness in the workplace.

Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
  1. demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge with depth in the underlying principles and concepts of Training and Development for the individual and organisations in diverse contexts;
  2. identify, develop and assess teaching and learning materials and skills necessary to improve individual or organisational performance;
  3. utilise flexible and appropriate learning approaches to enhance, supplement and evaluate professional development and training for diverse contexts and specific audiences;
  4. link workplace learning and development with organisational leadership and lifelong learning; and
  5. demonstrate interpersonal and language communication skills to model and present to diverse audiences in workplace practice.
Graduate Attributes
Knowledge of a Discipline

Graduates will be able to demonstrate skills in facilitating, monitoring and assessing training and development for capacity-building purposes. They will be able to compare and analyse trends and developments internationally in workplace training and development and apply their knowledge to local communities and contexts.

Communication Skills

Graduates will be able to demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral, in promoting flexible delivery and reflective practice.

Problem Solving

Graduates will be able to use reflective praxis in determining the training and development needs of individuals and organisations and how to apply appropriate measures.

Information Literacy

Graduates will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of flexible, online learning platforms and be able to design and develop their own training resources (e.g. curriculum design, action-based learning) for practical application.

Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility

Graduates will understand the importance of professionalism and ethics, and value diversity in the workplace, the enriching qualities of human agency, and the need to act decisively on social and cultural issues that may discriminate, marginalise, harm or denigrate a people, race, nation or culture.

Lifelong Learning

Graduates will understand the importance of lifelong learning and continuous improvement and apply the concepts of critical reflection, inquiry and the learning cycle.

Independence and Collaboration

Graduates will be able to work independently and develop team-based approaches to improve learning and/or continuous improvement outcomes and apply appropriate training and development techniques to improve team performance and organisational effectiveness.

How to Apply

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International students apply direct to UNE through UNE International. This course is only available online (distance education).

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