Flexible Study Modes For Busy Adult Learners

At ITAC, we offer flexible study options tailored for adult learners. Our experienced trainers across Australia provide local support, with 24/7 access to resources and regular virtual catch-ups.

We offer three main study modes:

1. Class-based: Weekly workshops perfect for those who prefer structured, social learning.
2. Online: Our most popular option, with flexible study and regular support from local trainers.
3. Experienced Learner Pathway: A 16-week program for those with substantial work and life experience, allowing faster completion within an 18-month period.

Let's explore each of these modes below:

Experienced Learner Pathway: Leveraging Your Life Skills

The Experienced Learner Pathway

The Experienced Learner Pathway is designed for students with significant work, life, and parenting experience who want to leverage their existing knowledge to complete their studies efficiently. This program acknowledges and builds upon your valuable skills, creating a flexible learning plan tailored to your unique background.

Our program is based on a 16-week structure, but the actual duration can vary from student to student. Early in your course, you'll discuss your individual learning plan with one of our friendly and experienced trainers, ensuring the pace suits your experience level and commitments.

This pathway is ideal for parents returning to the workforce, career changers with substantial work experience, those with significant volunteering or community involvement, and individuals with prior qualifications looking to enter education support.

With an 18-month enrolment period, you'll have ample time to complete your studies while balancing other responsibilities. Our structured and supportive adult-oriented learning environment is designed to help you progress effectively, potentially finishing your qualification sooner than through traditional pathways.

We have experienced, local trainers in major areas across Australia, including WA, NSW, Victoria, Queensland, and South Australia. They provide personalised guidance relevant to your local education sector, supporting you every step of the way towards your new career in education support.

Choose the Experienced Learner Pathway to make the most of your prior experience and achieve your career goals efficiently.

Read more about our Experienced Learner Pathway here. 

Online Mode: Structured and Supported Learning From Anywhere

In today's fast-paced world, online learning has become the most common method of study, thanks largely to the unparalleled flexibility it offers. At ITAC, we've crafted our online courses to be as accommodating as possible, giving you the freedom to study on your terms—whether that's in short sporadic bursts or a consistent weekly routine. Study when you want, as often as you want.

Our online curriculum, rooted in the principles of adult learning, is meticulously designed by seasoned educational experts. This design approach ensures a learning experience that is both accessible and captivating. Further enhancing this experience are our interactive e-learning modules, which are engineered to be not only enjoyable but also contextual and visually engaging. This multifaceted design reduces learner frustration and streamlines the educational process, making it both straightforward and efficient. Additionally, if reading isn't your preferred learning style, our audiobook options allow you to absorb the material while you're on the go, such as walking the dog.

While the course is structured to guide you through a defined learning pathway, it's self-paced, allowing you to progress at a speed that suits your schedule and commitments. Whether you choose to work through the curriculum quickly or take your time, you can count on comprehensive support from ITAC's seasoned trainers, all of whom have extensive experience in Australian classrooms. This way, you get the best of both worlds: a structured yet flexible educational experience that works around your commitments so you don’t have to compromise.

Class-Based Mode: Weekly Workshops for Flexible Scheduling

Balancing a traditional classroom experience with today's busy schedules, ITAC offers a class-based mode that requires just one day per week. Designed as interactive workshops, these classes introduce key concepts, leaving in-depth learning and consolidation for your own time – much like our online mode.

Currently, this mode is available exclusively in Western Australia and comes at no additional cost. Due to high demand, classes tend to fill up rapidly, so we recommend early enrolment.

Class-based mode is ideal for those who value the social interactions that come with a classroom setting, whether that's with trainers or fellow students. Classes are timed to accommodate family routines, allowing for convenient pick-up and drop-off of children at school. This mode is particularly recommended for students who might benefit from more structured learning, such as those who are improving their English skills or who are younger and require additional guidance.

As with our online students, those who opt for class-based learning enjoy the same round-the-clock access to resources, specialised and highly valuable programmes like MumED and JobAssist, and the option for complimentary virtual catch-ups. This ensures a comprehensive, flexible educational experience tailored for adult learners.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

For detailed information about Recognition of Prior Learning, visit our RPL page here.

In Summary

To sum up, ITAC offers two main study modes to suit varied learning preferences and lifestyles: Online and Class-Based. Both are structured, supported, and self-paced, with 24/7 access to essential resources and specialised programmes like MumED and JobAssist. Online mode provides ultimate flexibility, ideal for those juggling multiple commitments. Class-Based mode, available in Western Australia, offers the unique benefit of weekly in-person workshops for those seeking social interaction and additional structure. Whether you're a self-motivated learner or someone who thrives on social engagement, ITAC's study modes are designed to adapt to your needs, enabling you to make the most of your educational journey.