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The VIT has compiled definitions for our most frequently used terms, government departments and regulatory bodies. If you are unable to find a specific term in this list, please contact us.

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Graduate

A person who has successfully completed a course of study or training, especially a person who has been awarded an undergraduate or first academic degree.

Graduate teacher

Graduate teachers have completed a qualification that meets the requirements of a nationally accredited program of initial teacher education. Graduate teachers demonstrate knowledge of practical strategies for creating rapport with students and managing student behaviour.

In Victoria, you can only apply for graduate positions if you graduated within the past four years.