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Certified EduLinked Facilitator (CEF) — build durable accessible facilitation skills
The CEF program is a cohort-based training and certification pathway that equips teachers, librarians and community facilitators with the skills to deliver accessible, evidence-informed learning using EduLinked methods and materials.
Designed for practical classroom and community use, the program includes hands-on practice, assessment, accessible resources and post-certification peer support so organisations can scale facilitation capability across sites.
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Status — Operational (early scaling)
Program highlights
- Blended delivery — short practical workshops + follow-up coaching.
- Assessment & credential — practical assessment with a certified facilitator badge.
- Accessible materials — Easy Read handbooks, symbols and Auslan-ready summaries for trainers.
- Peer network — cohort alumni support and refresher modules.
Introduction
Practical training for accessible facilitation
The CEF program builds practical skills to deliver accessible learning using EduLinked methods and assets. It focuses on classroom- and community-ready facilitation: inclusive pedagogy, accessible media, verification for reporting, and adaptive assessment strategies that work across diverse settings.
Participants complete practical tasks, co-facilitation sessions and an assessment portfolio that demonstrates competence. Successful candidates receive a Certified EduLinked Facilitator credential and access to alumni resources and refresher modules.
What we deliver
Curriculum, assessment & ongoing support
The CEF curriculum balances theory and practice so facilitators graduate ready to lead accessible learning in real contexts.
Core modules
Inclusive pedagogy, accessible design for learning, symbol-supported materials, Auslan-aware facilitation and accessible assessment practices.
Practical assessment
Observed co-facilitation, portfolio of practice and a short applied assessment demonstrating facilitation competence and accessible delivery.
Trainer resources
Facilitator guides, session plans, accessible handouts and assessor rubrics to maintain quality across cohorts.
Alumni & refresher
Cohort alumni network, peer learning sessions and annual refreshers to sustain capability and share practice.
How it works
Delivery model — cohort-based, practical & verifiable
- Recruit & onboard: short pre-work and baseline knowledge check.
- Blended workshops: compact workshops combining practice, observation and reflection.
- Co-facilitation: supervised facilitation with feedback and moderation.
- Portfolio assessment: submit evidence of practice (lesson plans, observed sessions, reflections).
- Credential & alumni: award CEF credential and join alumni peer network with refreshers.
Typical cohort timeline
Weeks 0–2: onboarding & remote pre-work.
Weeks 3–6: blended workshops and co-facilitation slots.
Weeks 7–10: portfolio submission, assessment and credential award.
Who it’s for
Target audiences & impact
- Teachers and school staff seeking accessible pedagogy skills
- Library staff and community educators delivering public programs
- Workforce developers and trainers building capability at scale
- Procurement teams valuing verified facilitation capacity
Impact & evaluation
Outcomes include improved facilitator confidence, reduced preparation time, consistent use of accessible variants, and evidence-backed facilitation outputs that support funding and procurement needs. Evaluation uses observed practice, participant feedback and verification outputs.
Frequently asked questions
- Who is eligible?
- Practitioners, teachers, library staff and community facilitators who deliver group learning. Organisation sponsorship is welcomed for cohorts.
- What does assessment involve?
- Observed co-facilitation, a small portfolio of practice (lesson plans, reflections) and an applied assessment demonstrating accessible delivery.
- Is the credential recognised externally?
- The CEF credential signals verified, practical capability to partners and funders. We provide verification outputs suitable for procurement and funding panels.
- Are trains available for large cohorts?
- Yes — we scale delivery with blended workshops, local trainer coaching and cohort facilitation support for larger organisations.
Easy Read — Certified EduLinked Facilitator (one page)
The Certified EduLinked Facilitator program teaches people how to run learning that everyone can join. You learn practical ways to make lessons accessible, practise with a coach, show what you can do and get a certificate.
Want the full Easy Read pack or cohort dates? Email founder@edulinked.com.au