Catherine
Brandon
Chief Registrar
Summary
Catherine Brandon is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor with more than 25 years’ experience in the education sector.
Catherine has held senior leadership and executive roles, driving strategic initiatives that integrate research into teaching and learning practice. She has developed policies, led professional development for educators and psychologists and spearheaded microcredential programs to deliver targeted, flexible learning opportunities for adults and young people. Her research and publications focus on resilience and cognitive skills to support peak performance. Catherine’s professional interests include advancing psychological approaches that assist individuals to function at their best in work, learning and life.
Research and Publications
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Brandon C & Ivens C. (2023) Thinking Skills for Peak Performance: Unleash Your Potential: Coach Manual. Matilda Education Online. First published (2009) Macmillan Education.
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Brandon C & Ivens C. (2023) Thinking Skills for Peak Performance: Unleash Your Potential: Student Journal. Matilda Education Online. First published (2009) Macmillan Education.
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Brandon, C. (2015) The Performance Edge: Optimizing wellbeing and achievement. Educators on the edge: Big ideas for change and innovation. Paper presented at ACE 2015 National Conference, Brisbane 24-25 September (pp 62-65). VIC: Australian College of Educators.
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Osborne, M., Braden, A, Brandon, C. & Panetta C (2013) Music Performance Anxiety. Open Paper Presented at 36th International AACBT conference. Innovations in Australasian Health Care