Certificate in Foundations of Rudolf Steiner Education 

      

This Part Time Distance Education Course is primarily designed to provide teachers with the philosophical basis necessary to support teaching in a Rudolf Steiner school.  It provides an understanding of the basis of the Steiner educational curriculum together with a rich program of inner development based on artistic practice and observation.

It is open to all who are interested in working in Steiner education.  Graduates of the Certificate in Foundations of Rudolf Steiner Education will have the beginnings of the professional standing necessary to sustain the quality of teaching expected by Steiner Schools. Modules are written in a weekly format and while providing a broad understanding there is an emphasis on experience and application through  artistic  exercises, observation, readings, research tasks with journal entries and essays.  All modules have assessment.  

Experienced Tutors are available by phone or email for student contact.

Qualification and Pathway:

Delivery:

Internet: Modules are studied at home and Assignments are mostly submitted online. Detailed booklets for each Module are delivered to the student and assistance from the Coordinator and Tutors is always available.

Residentials:

The four Residentials lie at the heart of the success of this course and provide an opportunity to share, question, support and learn from one other with direct contact with tutors. Residential programs are a mix of lectures, workshops and artistic experiences. In the words of one of our students,

"The residentials form an exciting and integral part of the course. The chance to immerse yourself in the education and philosophy with like-minded people is inspiring and rejuvenating. This leads to strong friendships and networks being developed, so despite being physically apart, we feel very close."

Anna, 2010 Intake.

Individual Enrolments:

Delivery is based on a combination of independent study with tutor/mentor support and attendance at the Residentials. Modules and assignments are mostly delivered through the internet, but hardcopies of the modules and some readings are posted also.The 4 Residentials in the Course are held in the school holidays.
 

School Enrolments:

Over 12 enrolments from a Rudolf Steiner school qualify for a group package. Tutors come to the school for 2 Intensives in the 2 year course. Study groups at the school are led by experienced Tutors. Fees are 75% of normal individual enrolments. 

Course Duration: 550 Indicative hours over 2 years. 

Average weekly hours: 4.5

Time Schedule of the Course:

The module Introduction to Anthroposophy is the pre-Requisite study for further modules.The seven philosophical modules and the five artistic modules are spread, with reasonably flexible delivery, over the 2 years. Study of the course can be spread over 3 years with discussion and approval by the College. Residentials normally occur in April, Sept/Oct, January and July over the 2 year course.

Overview of the Program: 

There are 12 Modules, 7 philosophical Modules and 5 artistic Modules.

Introduction to Anthroposophy:

The four-fold nature of the human being, the human capacities of thinking, feeling and willing, sympathy and antipathy, and the growth and development of the human being.

Life Phases:

Phases of development of child and adult, soul types and life crises as a pathway  towards growth. 

Introduction to Steiner Education OR Introduction to Early Childhood:

The Class Teacher

The Introduction to Steiner Education module will deepen the understanding of the human being encountered in the Introduction to Anthroposophy module and make connections between the curriculum and the methodology in Steiner schools with Rudolf Steiner's indications of child development, particularly in the 7 - 14 year age group.

The Early Childhood Teacher

Alternatively, students can choose to study the Introduction to Early Childhood  module. This module is designed to give the student understanding of child development and care based on Rudolf Steiner's insights, particularly in the 0 - 7 year age group. 
To become an Early Childhood Teacher, Recognition of Prior Learning will be given with completion of  4 Modules of the Distance course, with this module. RPL will enable study of EC02 the Certificate Course in Rudolf Steiner Early Childhood Education dependent on individual circumstances and merit, to be decided by the College. Both courses can be studied concurrently.

Social Forms:

 

This module enables the students to understand the structuring of society in relation to social evolution from ancient cultures to elite globalization. It introduces Rudolf Steiner's views on current social issues and examines the concept of a tripartite ordering of society; the economy, culture and rights and how it appears in modern society.

Goethean Science: 

Students examine through exploration of the principle ideas of Goethean science and through careful observation of natural and cultural phenomena –  how this science is central to the development of anthroposophical spiritual science and Rudolf Steiner education. 

Inner Development:

This is an introduction to the Anthroposophical path of inner development and the module compares this path with other spiritual teachings.  Students work with the rhythm of observation and reflection leading from percept to concept.

Evolution of Human Consciousness:

In this module we ask the questions: What is the world and how do we describe it? What is our relationship to the world and how have we been shaped by it? 

Visual and Performing Arts Modules:

Painting and Drawing:

 
Goethe and Steiner's colour theories; Shaded drawing; Form polarities arising from elements and ethers; Working with  darkness and light; Principles of  line, dynamic and transition.

Sculpture:

 
Practical experiences in observation and modelling; Metamorphosis of  form and creative expression through clay.

Music:

Elements of music: melody, harmony, rhythm, beat; Writing, reading, singing, listening and playing recorder.

Eurythmy:  

Movement as a creative medium for individual expression  and for the expression of universal laws.

Speech and Drama:

 
Working with  language as a creative and formative force. 

Experience of the visual and performing arts is an essential component of the course and occurs in  the Residentials. No previous experience is necessary.

Course Fees and Enrolment:

Please download the enrolment application form below, print, complete and send to the College with the $200 non-refundable enrolment fee to secure a place. For assistance please contact the College on (02) 9261 4001.

Course Costs:  2 year program $3,800 includes tuition at Residentials.
Individual modules $315.

Enrolment Fee:   $200 non-refundable.

Payment Options available.                                                                                        

Course begins February 2012, enrol now.                                      

Coordinator: Linda St.Clair

Residentials

NSW - Mittagong Location: Harmony Village

17 Beresford St Willow Vale, NSW

January 15th - 19th,(2011 Intake RES 3)

April 10th - 14th,(2012 Intake RES 1)

June 30 - July 4th,(2011 Intake RES 4)

September 25th - 29th, (2012 Intake RES 2)

June 18th - June 23rd, (Candlenut Steiner School, QLD, Intensive 2)

Distance Enrolment