Professional Learning for Teachers
– The Teacher Pathway
Good to Great Schools Australia (GGSA) provides structured, evidence-based professional learning for teachers to develop mastery in effective teaching, improve student outcomes and progress their careers. The Teacher Pathway sits within the Mastery Teaching Pathway (MTP) and supports teachers at different stages of their career to build instructional expertise, embed effective teaching practices with fidelity, and progress towards formal accreditation through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Advance Classroom Practice
Participate in professional learning that strengthens evidence-based instruction, supports explicit and direct teaching, and builds consistency across classroom practice.
Collaborative Growth
Engage in professional learning communities that foster collegiality, shared practice and continuous improvement across teaching teams.
Accreditation and Career Progression
Access credentialed professional learning aligned to national teaching standards, with evidence contributing towards postgraduate qualifications through RPL.
Teacher Learning Plan
When teachers join the GGSA Membership Platform and select the Teacher role, a personalised Teacher Learning Plan is automatically generated.
The Learning Plan:
• tracks required prerequisite, core and elective modules
• outlines learning targets, milestones and average completion pace
• identifies required knowledge, skills and classroom practices
• records certificates of completion and mastery evidence.
The plan provides a clear roadmap for professional growth and progression across career stages.
How the Pathway Works
Enrol and Create Your Learning Plan
Join the GGSA Membership Platform and receive a personalised Teacher Learning Plan aligned to your career stage and goals.
Complete Prerequisite Modules
Begin with two prerequisite modules:
Learn Effective Teaching Essentials
Learn Cycles of School Practice
Complete Classroom Core Modules
Progress through core modules that develop effective teaching techniques, instructional consistency, assessment and data-informed practice.
Apply Learning in the Classroom
Apply learning directly in lessons through modelling, guided practice, assessment, feedback and refinement of instruction.
Evidence, Certification and RPL
Certificates of Completion are automatically stored in your Evidence Portfolio to support accreditation, CPD, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Extend with Electives (Optional)
Choose elective modules aligned to curriculum programs, student needs or professional interests.
What You Will Learn
Teacher professional learning modules focus on developing strong, evidence-based classroom practice that improves student learning and supports continuous improvement.
Effective Teaching Techniques
Modelling, guided practice, checking for understanding and supporting all learners.
Cycles of Classroom Practice
Planning, delivering, reviewing and refining lessons using structured improvement cycles.
Assessment and Data-Informed Teaching
Using student data to target instruction and track progress.
Collaboration and Professional Growth
Strengthening collegial practice and contributing to shared school goals.
Teacher Courses by Career Stage
The Teacher Pathway includes distinct courses aligned to experience and professional stage. Teachers select the course that best reflects their current role and aspirations.
• Mastery Teaching Foundations
For teachers in their first 1–5 years in the role. Focuses on building confidence, consistency and foundational instructional expertise.
• Mastery Teaching Towards Excellence
For teachers with approximately 5–10 years’ experience. Deepens instructional skill, data use and reflective practice, with opportunities to begin coaching others.
• Mastery Teaching Fellow
For teachers with 10 or more years’ experience. Focuses on mastery practice, data analysis, supporting diverse learners and contributing to school-wide improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Read through our FAQs to get answers to our most common queries.
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What is professional learning for teachers?
Professional learning for teachers is an ongoing, practice-based process that strengthens instructional expertise and improves classroom outcomes over time.
Why is professional learning important for teachers?
High-quality professional learning equips teachers with evidence-based strategies, builds confidence and consistency, and leads to improved student engagement and achievement.
What are common professional learning goals for teachers?
Goals include strengthening instructional techniques, improving assessment practice, supporting diverse learners and contributing to collaborative improvement efforts.
Can I gain teacher accreditation while completing this professional learning?
Yes. Completed modules and evidence may be assessed by partner universities for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), contributing towards postgraduate teaching qualifications.
Can I access this professional learning online?
Yes. Professional learning is delivered through the GGSA Membership Platform and can be completed flexibly at your own pace.
What will I get out of this course?
You will develop mastery in evidence-based teaching practices that improve student engagement, instructional clarity and academic outcomes. The pathway provides practical tools to strengthen daily classroom practice and long-term professional growth.
What qualification will I get?
You receive certificates for every completed module, building a digital Evidence Portfolio. This portfolio supports applications for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with partner universities and may contribute credit towards Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas or a Master of Education, depending on provider assessment.
How will it increase my job prospects?
This pathway demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence and alignment with national teaching standards. It positions you for advanced teaching roles, leadership opportunities and Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher pathways by evidencing mastery practice and impact.