Teaching in Catholic Schools
Accreditation to Teach in Catholic Schools in SA
Catholic Studies courses can contribute towards the requirements for
accreditation to teach in a Catholic school in SA. The major requirement for
accreditation is the completion of four tertiary courses in Catholic
Studies. Students may choose to complete all or some courses during their
education degree, and if required complete remaining courses after
graduation in other programs.
“Teachers who gain permanent employment in South Australian Catholic Schools after January 1st 2004 are required to complete an accredited program in Catholic Studies within the first five years of employment. These courses may include the Graduate Certificate in Catholic Education, the Catholic Studies sequence [courses] in the Bachelor of Education at UniSA or other approved program.” (Catholic Education SA Teacher Accreditation policy)
Catholic Profession Formation (CPF) Allowance
The Catholic Studies courses also are recognised tertiary courses for the
Catholic Profession Formation Allowance that is available once a person is employed
as a teacher in a Catholic Schools in SA.
CPF information
Beginning Teachers Support and Information
From Catholic Education SA:
Beginning
Teacher Consultant: Ivy Hill, ph 08 8301 6670
ivy.hill@ceo.adl.catholic.edu.au
Country Catholic Schools Teaching Scholarships
CESA Beginning Teachers Project
Further Information
about the Catholic Education sector and schools
Catholic Education SA