Each level is a real change in what you do, not just a badge. The path exists because good Gedus are built, not found — and because the children in these sessions deserve educators who have been genuinely prepared.
Level 0 — Wanderer
You're here. Free training, no commitment.
You watch the introductory training, learn the methodology, and complete the free Level 0 modules. There's no cost and no obligation. Level 0 is designed so you can see exactly what this work is before you decide whether it's for you. We don't believe in selling people on a path they haven't tested.
To advance: complete Level 0 and indicate you want to continue.
Level 1 — Pathfinder
Core pedagogy complete. Ready to assist on real sessions.
You've completed core pedagogical training and basic technical certifications. You assist experienced Gedus on real sessions — observing, supporting, and gradually taking on more responsibility within a supervised context. This is where theory meets practice, and where most people discover what they're naturally good at.
To advance: demonstrate independent capability across three live sessions.
Level 2 — Guide
Running your own sessions. Handling parent communication directly.
You run your own sessions independently. You handle routine parent communication. You build trust with regular groups of children who know you by name and look forward to seeing you. At this level, you are a working Gedu — earning from the sessions you run, building your practice, and developing your own style within our shared methodology.
To advance: consistent positive ratings across pedagogical, social, and technical domains.
Level 3 — Mentor
Training new Gedus. Contributing to lesson design.
You train new Gedus. You contribute to lesson scripts and methodology. You handle escalations that other Gedus refer up — the difficult situations, the edge cases, the moments that need an experienced hand. At this level, your impact multiplies beyond the sessions you run yourself.
To advance: demonstrated leadership across mentoring relationships and contributed materials.
Level 4 — Experience Architect
Designing new workflows. Managing partnerships and teams.
You design new workflows. You manage teams. You build partnerships with municipalities, schools, and other organisations. At this level you are helping to shape the infrastructure of the Academy — what sessions look like, how educators are trained, what we offer and to whom.
To advance: organizational impact at the program level.
Level 5 — Elder Educator
Setting the direction of the Academy itself.
You sit on the Council that sets the direction of Gedu Academy and School of Gaming. You shape the profession itself. Level 5 is not the end of a journey — it is the point at which your experience becomes the foundation for everyone who comes after you.