The LEA Leadership Development Program (LDP)
Welcome to the Leadership Development Program (LDP), a nation-wide strategic program of the schools, principals, regional and national offices of Lutheran Education Australia providing leadership for the network of Lutheran education.
Lutheran education recognises the importance of research that points to the need for effective formal leadership in education and therefore acts systemically and intentionally in supporting leadership development for these important roles.
What is LDP?
The Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a 2-year program which provides participants with theological and leadership studies which enable them to develop advanced skills and knowledge. The LDP provides an opportunity to equip graduates of the program for formal leadership positions in Lutheran education. Participants will have a better understanding of, and be able to effectively support, the ministry and mission of the church as it applies in the school/service context.
Formal academic study in leadership and theology is a significant requirement of the program over the two years. Graduates will hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Business (Educational Enterprise) and be eligible for Accreditation as a Leader in Lutheran education.
The LDP is delivered by Queensland University of Technology’s Professional and Executive Education team, QUTeX, and Australian Lutheran College (ALC).
Applications for LDP
Any teacher or current leader in a Lutheran school or service who feels they have an interest in and the potential for formal leadership in Lutheran education is invited to apply to participate in the program. Approximately 30 participants will be selected for each cohort, with a regular intake every two years. Participants will be selected by a panel with regional and national representation.
In order to be eligible to apply for the LDP program applicants must:
- Be Accredited as a teacher (At) or Christian Studies teacher (Ac) in a Lutheran school.
- Have full registration as a teacher in their state or territory.
- Have previously studied an undergraduate degree (e.g. Diploma of Teaching).
- Be currently employed in a Lutheran educational setting.
- Have the support and endorsement of your school/service
Those considering, or wishing to apply for LDP should download the LDP Information Pack below and read it thoroughly prior to application.
Applications for the next cohort, LDP10, closed on 11th October 2024.
Contacts
If you have further questions contact Suzanne Jessen (LEA Director of Leadership)
E: suzanne.jessen@lutheran.edu.au or
M: 0490 102 288
P: (08) 8267 7318