{"id":29514,"date":"2025-11-12T16:10:53","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T08:10:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=oasis-news&#038;p=29514"},"modified":"2026-02-24T12:09:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T04:09:00","slug":"earn-a-free-curtin-credential-inspired-by-australias-greatest-prime-minister","status":"publish","type":"oasis-news","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/oasis-news\/earn-a-free-curtin-credential-inspired-by-australias-greatest-prime-minister\/","title":{"rendered":"Earn a free Curtin Credential inspired by Australia\u2019s greatest Prime Minister"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reading time:<\/strong> 2 minutes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtin University invites all students, staff and alumni to complete the inspirational new microcredential: <strong>John Curtin\u2019s Vision: Legacy and Leadership<\/strong>, which explores the legacy of Australia\u2019s greatest Prime Minister, <strong>John Curtin<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>free<\/strong>, self-paced course is an engaging 20-hour learning experience that explores how Curtin\u2019s vision, values and approach to leadership continue to shape contemporary Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through historical insights and real-world examples, you\u2019ll learn how John Curtin\u2019s strategies for nation-building and diplomacy can be applied to today\u2019s challenges in leadership, politics and global relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The credential draws from history, sociology, politics and international relations to bring Curtin\u2019s story to life, offering practical lessons on courage, collaboration and resilience in the face of complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who is this for?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This credential is designed for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current Curtin students, staff and alumni wanting to deepen their connection to the University\u2019s heritage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professionals across education, government, and community sectors seeking free professional development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anyone interested in Australia\u2019s wartime leadership, political history and national values.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What will you gain?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build a stronger personal connection to the University\u2019s identity and culture, supporting a sense of belonging and pride as a Curtin student.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn leadership lessons from John Curtin that can inspire personal growth and academic motivation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain a free micro-learning credential that is quick to complete and can be referenced in resumes, LinkedIn, or portfolios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free professional development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to participate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with the <strong>free 20-hour course<\/strong> to earn 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