Humanities Teacher

A Humanities Teacher educates students in subjects like history, geography, and sociology, fostering critical thinking and cultural awareness. Responsibilities include designing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and creating an engaging classroom environment.

Humanities Teachers may also organise extracurricular activities, facilitate discussions on current issues, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the curriculum, preparing students for informed citizenship and a deeper understanding of societal dynamics.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a humanities teacher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC30221

Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
TAE50122

Diploma of Vocational Education and Training

Online
12 months
$4,800
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • At least 23 months work experience in a related field
  • At least 3 months work experience in a related field
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • At least 23 months work experience in a related field
  • At least 3 months work experience in a related field
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
  • Those entering this qualification must demonstrate current VET skills and knowledge relevant to the specialisation chosen in this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (History)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Geography)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $66,715
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma in Education

On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $24,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Primary)

On Campus, Online
4 years
$2,830
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary)

On Campus, Online
4 years
$2,830
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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