Training and Development

Build the skills to secure your career as an effective leader and trainer

Training and development is a critical element of nurturing employees in the workplace. Evidence-based theory on teaching and learning is constantly evolving and professionals who are up-to-date with current training techniques and can embrace modern technology as part of their practice will be highly sought-after by a diverse range of organisations.

UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in training and development designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to make a significant difference to the collective knowledge and skills at your workplace. We have proven success in equipping adults for the constantly changing job market, and our training and development courses focus on equipping you with the future-fit skills to secure leadership or trainer positions in education, health care or any field that aligns with your purpose. You’ll learn from experts who are engaged in cutting-edge research, have a passion for teaching and have extensive experience in the field.

The majority of our students opt for online education, where they become part of a community of adults who pool their life and work experiences to form tangible networks for the future. Those who study on-campus enjoy accommodation, athletics facilities and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters per year.

With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the training and development of staff in your preferred industry. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Explore the training and development courses and specialisations on offer at UNE. 

What our students say

Student profiles

Rebecca White

Bachelor of Education graduate Rebecca White talks about her experience studying online with UNE.

Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Training and Development

As advancements in technology impact all areas of the modern work ecosystem, UNE’s courses and majors will give trainers the skills they need to be innovative and dynamic leaders who teach and inspire their employees and staff. Explore our training and development options now.

Why study with us?

5 stars

For Overall Experience and Teaching Quality

Good Universities Guide 2024
Australian Universities

No. 1

For Undergraduate Student Support

Good Universities Guide 2024
Public NSW Universities

No. 1

For Postgraduate Student Experience

QILT Student Experience Survey
NSW Universities

Careers in Training and Development

By studying training and development with UNE, you will have the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of careers and industries. With the need for confident trainers with leadership and communication expertise set to rise, professionals with skillsets in training and development can find work in a variety of settings.

Training and development specialist
Design, develop, and deliver training programs and materials to assist employees.
Learning and development manager
Oversee the training and development strategy of an organisation.
Instructional designer
Create engaging and effective training content, analysing learning objectives and designing curriculums.
Corporate trainer
Conduct training sessions and workshops for employees. Specialise in leadership, customer service, or compliance training.
e-Learning developer
Create digital training modules, interactive courses and multimedia presentations, using technology to deliver accessible learning experiences.
Performance consultant
Work with organisations to identify performance gaps and recommend appropriate training solutions.
Talent development manager
Develop and retain high-potential employees via succession plans, mentorship initiatives, and career development pathways.
Change management specialist
Help organisations navigate transitions and implement new processes or systems.

A career in Training and Development

Employment opportunities for education and training professionals are diverse and in demand, in and outside the classroom. A degree in the education and training field can be a rewarding and stable profession that sees you make a difference to lives and inspire futures.

Bachelor of Education

Amanda Williams

The staff at UNE were fantastic to deal with, they were there to help with any questions and the support from professional staff was amazing.

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary)

Anna Fraser

The course not only prepares you for life within the classroom, but also has a strong focus on the holistic development of students.

Music teacher

Caleb Goman

Education is an antidote to a lot of the problems remote communities and towns face. I'd like to continue to be a part of the positive changes we are seeing in Central Australia.

Education and Training employment is expected to increase to 2023, influenced by growth in the school aged population, continued strength in international education and the increasing demand for adult and community education. Furthermore, a relatively large share of workers who are aged 55 years or older (22%) indicates that retirements will create opportunities in the industry over the next decade.