Introduction to the Professional Certificate Programme in School Discipline and Classroom Management

The Professional Certificate Programme in School Discipline and Classroom Management is designed to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage classrooms effectively and promote discipline in schools. The programme recognizes that discipline starts with self-management of one's own emotional intellect and includes a component facilitating personal growth of teachers. Theories underpinning application and practice in the classroom and other school situations are taught, and knowledge and skill in the management of behavioral problems are introduced.

Objective

The programme is designed to meet the following objectives:

• To provide participants with an understanding of the philosophical tenets underlying school discipline.
• To enhance participants' awareness of the importance of team-building and self-enrichment as a key to education management.
• To explore the needs of students and develop strategies to enhance their participation in classroom learning.
• To acquire negotiating techniques and effective ways of handling problem students.

Programme Panel and Teaching Personnel

The programme is led by:

• Professor YIN Hong-biao, Chairperson & Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, CUHK
• Ms. YEUNG Kin Sie, Denise, BA, APGDE, MA (CUHK), CertEd (HKU)

The programme coordinator is:

• Ms. CHAN Tze Kwan Isa, BA, PCEd (HKU), MEd, PgD, MA (CUHK)

The teaching personnel include:

• Ms. CHAN Tze Kwan Isa, BA, PCEd (HKU), MEd, PgD, MA (CUHK)
• Mr. CHENG Kai Chi Wallace, BSc, MSW (HKU), MA (CUHK), RSW
• Ms. CHENG Siu Ping Emily, BSW (PolyU), MEd (CUHK), RSW
• Ms. HUNG Man Wai Polly, BSSc, MSW (CUHK), RSW
• Ms. LAU Lai Yee Lorraine, BSSc (CUHK), MSocSc(Crim) (HKU), RSW
• Ms. LAW Kwok Ying Cat, BSW (PolyU), MA (CUHK), RSW
• Ms. LO Kin Ching Abby, BSW (PolyU), MA (CityU), MSocSc (HKU)
• Ms. POON Wai Sze Chiffon, BSSc, MA (CUHK), Certificated Clinical Trauma Professional

Target Participants

The programme is designed for:

• Full-time teachers in primary or secondary schools in Hong Kong who are serving in discipline teams or who are interested in school discipline and classroom management.
• Full-time school social workers or youth workers.
• Teaching professionals or administrators in educational institutes, who are holders of a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
• Graduates of other professional diploma or certificate programmes in Guidance and Counselling offered by The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Schedule of Meetings

• Regular Meetings: Each module will take place on either one evening from Monday to Friday, Saturday morning or Saturday afternoon.
• Workshops and Growth Groups: These will be held during school holidays or on Saturdays.
• Practicum and Supervision: This will be arranged on weekday evenings, Saturday mornings, or Saturday afternoons.

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee for the programme is HK$39,900. The fee is payable by bank transfer or crossed cheque/cashier order payable to "The Chinese University of Hong Kong". The fee is to be paid upon acceptance of admission offer and is not refundable or transferable.

Exemption Policy

Recipients of the Professional Diploma / Certificate in Guidance and Counselling, Professional Diploma / Certificate in Parent Education and Professional Diploma / Certificate in School Discipline and Classroom Management, wishing to proceed to the following programmes may apply for exemption from a maximum of 42 contact hours of elective study:

• Professional Certificate Programme in Guidance and Counselling
• Professional Certificate Programme in Parent Education
• Professional Certificate Programme in School Discipline and Classroom Management

Programme and Graduation Requirements

To qualify for the Professional Certificate in School Discipline and Classroom Management, participants must:

• Complete a total of THREE compulsory modules and THREE elective modules within ONE year of the date of registration.
• Attend no less than 80% of the required modules set in the curriculum.
• Complete all written assignments with an average grade of C or above.

A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who:

• Take individual elective module(s) with attendance rate of no less than 80%.
• Complete all designated assignments with an average grade of "C".

Holders of a Certificate of Completion may transfer, within a period of 7 years, the earned credit units to the Professional Certificate Programme in School Discipline and Classroom Management or other professional certificate programmes offered by the Hong Kong Institute of Educational Research for unit exemption and tuition fee reduction.