Priority Courses for 2027 – sponsorship applications now open
DOBCEL has identified the priority professional learning courses for 2026, with links to courses or flyers now available online or through DOBCEL Website > Menu>Professional Learning> Sponsorship. These courses support teachers and leaders in meeting the VCEA Accreditation Policy requirements, particularly Level 2 Accreditation for those teaching Religion or holding leadership positions (a must if adjunct ‘principal’ within a title).
Each course provides valuable opportunities for theological reflection, formation, and deeper engagement with the Catholic tradition. Sponsorship is available for secondary teachers seeking a GCRE and for primary teachers, those seeking a priority course as named in the Guidelines addressing Higher Education: Studies in Religious Education, Theology and Catholic Educational Leadership. A GCRE is for further sponsorship support. Enquiries and applications to be directed to sponsorship@dobcel.catholic.edu.au
Applications close on Friday 23rd October.
Note:
Graduate Certificate in Teaching Religious Education through CTC/YTU: link does not yet provide dates for 2027 so please see below in advance of website update:
Year 1 (Those commencing in 2027)
Semester 1
BS8610Z: Introduction to the Bible for Teachers: Bro Paul Creevey
Dates: Saturdays, March 6, March 20, May 1, May 15.
Semester 2
CT8620Z: Introduction to Theology for Teachers: Bro Paul Creevey
Dates: Saturdays: August 7, August 21, September 4, October 9.
Year 2 (Those continuing in 2027)
Semester 1
DT8630Z: Introduction to Moral Theology for Teachers: Bernard Teo
Dates: Saturdays: February 27, March 13, May 1, May 15.
Semester 2
DR8640Z: Introduction to Religious Education for Teachers: John Meneely
Dates: Saturdays: July 31, August 14, September 4, October
Regarding ACU’s GCRE, please see suggested subjects appropriate for our Diocese. When filling in your subject options to support application process, it is always possible to change your choice or discuss options to support your choice. Each diocese nominates preferable subjects with VCEA enabling recognition of GCRE on the TAP platform. Please contact Kate Lawry for further explanation.