Community Education at the Constitutional Centre of Western Australia

The Constitutional Centre of Western Australia offers a wide range of educational opportunities for members of the community.
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The Constitutional Centre welcomes requests from individuals and community groups for educational sessions, seminars and tours regarding the nature of Australia’s systems of government and its history. We are also able to offer sessions on civics and citizenship to university students (such as pre-service teachers), TAFE classes, and recent migrant groups.

We are also pleased to announce the development of new online educational programs and resources for members of the community who are interested in learning more about Australia’s system of government. They are also suitable for Western Australian public servants looking to refresh their knowledge in government processes.

Please note: All visits to the Centre must be booked in advance – we are unable to offer walk-in education or tours. If you are interested in visiting the Centre, or have any questions about our community education offerings, please contact us at cceducation@dpc.wa.gov.au.

Further learning

Please see below for more information on the online resources currently available, which includes three full-length eLearning programs and one 'microlearning' course.

Resources

Download this glossary to support your understanding of key terms used in these online programs.

Australia's System of Government

Presented in an interactive format, this online course focusses on Australia’s three levels of government.

Throughout this program you will learn about some of the factors which have helped shape Australia’s system of government; the structure of each level of government along with their roles and responsibilities; plus the importance of representation in our democracy.

Access the course material on Australia's System of Government.

Australia’s Democracy

Presented in an interactive format, this online course looks at topics including the development of democracy and a study of the different democracy types.

This program investigates some of the key features which help to make a democracy healthy, provides a snapshot as to where Australia ranks on the Democracy Index, and culminates in an exploration of our rights and freedoms.

Access the course material on Australia's Democracy

Democracy – You’re Standing In It

Presented in an interactive format, this online course is a ‘guidebook’ on the what, the how and the why of active participation.

Throughout this program you will learn what it means to actively participate and uncover some of the different ways of engaging in our democratic way of life. This course also explores some of the key reasons as to why active participation is the cornerstone of a strong democracy.

Access the course material on Democracy - You're Standing In It.

Introduction to Referendums

This short online course provides an introduction to the concept of referendums, and their role in changing the Australian Constitution.

Presented in an interactive format this short online course covers topics such as the Australian Constitution, the history and required stages of referendums in Australia, and the double majority requirement that is necessary for a referendum to be successful.

Access the Introduction to Referendums online course.

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