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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
March
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Duration
1 year part-time
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Location
Online
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Placement
No
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertNeurodiv
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Course code
1008530
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
International snapshot
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Start Date
March
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Duration
1 year part-time
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Location
Online
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Placement
No
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ATAR
Not applicable
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Inherent Requirements
No Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertNeurodiv
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Course code
1008530
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
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CRICOS
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
Overview
Are you passionate about access and inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals? The Graduate Certificate in Neurodiversity will give you the skills and knowledge to implement inclusive practices and policies for neurodivergent people in organisations across a range of sectors.
This course will provide education on neurodiversity affirming practices, recognising the values, and unique abilities of individuals such as how they think, learn and interact with the world.
Students will learn evidence-based practices and strategies to affirm and facilitate neurodiversity to support mental health and wellbeing and develop affirming practices and policies in workplace, healthcare and educational settings.
Graduates will have a foundation of neurodiversity knowledge and skills to enhance participation and engagement of neurodivergent individuals across a range of industries such as disability, education, health, law enforcement, emergency services and business.
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"This course is co-created with people with lived experience of neurodivergence. It empowers professionals to champion neuroaffirmative change—grounded in evidence, driven by inclusion.”
The Southern Cross Model is a game-changer in higher education study.
Our students now engage in shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. The shorter unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum as they achieve milestones quickly, resulting in increased student success rates, and course and teacher satisfaction. Lectures are a thing of the past - students will be engaged in active, interactive and discussion-based learning.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes.
Our online study option is highly interactive and may include a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes.
The method of teaching and assessment may vary from unit to unit.
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes (GA).
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Critically evaluate explanatory models of neurodiversity and apply insights in professional or educational contexts to promote inclusivity and innovation Apply and implement evidence-based best practices for working with neurodiverse individuals, fostering inclusive and supportive environments in professional and organisational contexts |
GA2: Creativity Design and implement advocacy strategies to promote neurodiversity awareness and inclusion, fostering equitable and supportive practices within professional and community settings Develop tailored interventions and support strategies to address the specific needs of neurodiverse individuals, enhancing inclusion and empowerment in professional and organisational contexts |
GA3: Ethical practice Apply and implement evidence-based best practices for working with neurodiverse individuals, fostering inclusive and supportive environments in professional and organisational contexts Design and implement advocacy strategies to promote neurodiversity awareness and inclusion, fostering equitable and supportive practices within professional and community settings |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Critically evaluate explanatory models of neurodiversity and apply insights in professional or educational contexts to promote inclusivity and innovation Apply and implement evidence-based best practices for working with neurodiverse individuals, fostering inclusive and supportive environments in professional and organisational contexts Design and implement advocacy strategies to promote neurodiversity awareness and inclusion, fostering equitable and supportive practices within professional and community settings Develop tailored interventions and support strategies to address the specific needs of neurodiverse individuals, enhancing inclusion and empowerment in professional and organisational contexts |
GA5: Lifelong learning Critically evaluate explanatory models of neurodiversity and apply insights in professional or educational contexts to promote inclusivity and innovation Design and implement advocacy strategies to promote neurodiversity awareness and inclusion, fostering equitable and supportive practices within professional and community settings Develop tailored interventions and support strategies to address the specific needs of neurodiverse individuals, enhancing inclusion and empowerment in professional and organisational contexts |
GA6: Communication and social skills Apply and implement evidence-based best practices for working with neurodiverse individuals, fostering inclusive and supportive environments in professional and organisational contexts |
GA7: Cultural competence Apply and implement evidence-based best practices for working with neurodiverse individuals, fostering inclusive and supportive environments in professional and organisational contexts Develop tailored interventions and support strategies to address the specific needs of neurodiverse individuals, enhancing inclusion and empowerment in professional and organisational contexts |
This course includes four (4) core units addressing the foundations of neurodiversity, case-based approaches to neurodiversity, inclusion approaches and strategies, and transforming neuroaffirmative practice and service.
| Location | Teaching period |
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| Online | Term 1 |
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
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| Online | Term 1 | $13,000 ($3,250 per unit) | N/A |
Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions. | |||
Career Outcomes
Graduates will be suited for entry-level management roles providing specialist knowledge on neurodiversity across a range of sectors including education, disability, health, mental health and business.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows. Don’t meet the English language requirements? View our English language programs.
| Category | Score |
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| Overall | 6.5 |
| Listening | minimum 6.0 |
| Speaking | minimum 6.0 |
| Reading | minimum 6.0 |
| Writing | minimum 6.0 |
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate in Neurodiversity, students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points), comprising 4 core units.
Other things to consider
Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to as ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit or gain entry to a course on the basis of your existing knowledge and skills.
Course structure
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Fees and Scholarships
Domestic students
You are a domestic student if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or Australian humanitarian visa holder. Your course will either be a Commonwealth Supported Place or a full fee-paying place. This is noted in the course snapshot.
Commonwealth Supported Places:
In a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the Government pays some of your fees and you pay the rest as the Student Contribution Amount (SCA).
SCA is calculated per unit, not per course. Eligible students can defer the SCA through a HECS-HELP loan.
Full Fee-Paying Places:
A full fee-paying place is where you pay the full (unsubsidised) tuition fee for your course. Eligible students can defer the payment of their tuition fees through the FEE-HELP scheme (including employer-reserved places for The Hotel School courses).
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Scholarships vary in amount, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars each year. Eligibility isn't limited to top-performing students or those facing financial challenges; there are opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different accomplishments. This ensures that education remains accessible to all, changing lives and helping individuals achieve their goals for a brighter future.
Fees and Scholarships
International Students
If you're an international student, you can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars (AUD$) on our International Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees.
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Southern Cross University offers a range of scholarships designed to support you while you study, available for a variety of backgrounds and achievements. Scholarships range from a few hundred dollars a year to several thousand dollars a year. Southern Cross has also introduced Access, an initiative created to deliver a quality education combined with a straightforward tuition model, ensuring every international student has equal access.
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Dates for the diary
Our shorter, more focused six-week unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum and motivation as they achieve milestones quickly. Application dates per Term are shown on each course page however refer to our key dates and teaching calendar for detail on when enrolment opens, studies commence and when grades are published. There are also Dual Term and Tri Term calendars for those who have specific subjects.
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