Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Inclusive Teaching Practices

Course Information

This course focuses on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and inclusive teaching practices within the Australian VET sector. Participants will explore practical strategies to support diverse learner cohorts, improve accessibility, strengthen learner engagement, and create psychologically safe and inclusive learning environments.

The course includes:

• UDL principles
• Neurodiversity and dyslexia awareness
• Inclusive teaching and assessment strategies
• Trauma-informed practice
• Cultural safety and learner inclusion
• Reasonable adjustment and accessibility practices

The course is aligned to the Standards for RTOs 2025, with focus on Quality Area 1 and Quality Area 2.

Course Purpose

The purpose of this course is to:

• Strengthen workforce capability in inclusive teaching and learner support
• Improve accessibility and learner participation
• Support trainers in implementing UDL principles
• Promote psychologically safe and learner-centred environments
• Support compliance with the Standards for RTOs 2025

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• Apply inclusive teaching strategies in VET environments
• Recognise barriers to learner participation and engagement
• Support neurodivergent learners and learners with dyslexia
• Implement inclusive and accessible assessment practices

Create psychologically safe and culturally inclusive learning environments

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Trainers and Assessors
• RTO Managers and Compliance Officers
• Student Support Staff
• Learning Designers
• Academic Leaders
• LLN Support Staff

Anyone involved in learner support, training, or assessment

Professional Development Alignment

This course may support workforce capability development requirements where:

• At least one additional staff member completes a UDL online course; or
• At least one staff member completes advanced or related PD in UDL; or
• At least one staff member completes PD in inclusive teaching practices.

Assessment & Certification

Participants will complete scenario-based MCQs and upon successful completion will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Key Features

✔ Focus on learner-centred and inclusive education
✔ Includes neurodiversity and dyslexia support strategies
✔ Covers trauma-informed and psychologically safe practice
✔ Supports workforce capability and audit readiness
✔ Designed for practical implementation within VET environments

CIC Academy Professional Development Series

This course forms part of the CIC Academy Inclusive Practice and Workforce Capability Series, designed to strengthen learner engagement, accessibility, workforce capability, and quality vocational education outcomes across the Australian VET sector.

Duration

4 Hours

Certification:

Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the competency assessment