Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and support student learning in a range of classroom settings. They complete general administrative as well as operational tasks to support students with learning under the guidance of a teacher or other educational professional. Work requires use of discretion and judgement within the boundaries of established policies and procedures.
Education support workers work mainly with students in classroom settings in primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation.
Possible Employment Outcomes
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Early Childhood Educator
- Child Care Assistant
- Playgroup Assistant
- Family Day Care Worker
Entry Requirements
- Suitable Language and Numeracy Skills
- A Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- An Australian Federal Police Check
- A Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- Pay a Co-Contribution Fee:
o Concessional – $150
o Non-Concessional $200
Course Details
- Duration: One year
- Blended Delivery: Online via Zoom One Day per Week plus
- 100 hours of work in a primary or secondary school in Australia
- Location: Online Contact Us to confirm current classes
Delivery Mode
Online
Duration/Volume of Learning
This program is a full-time course completed over a period of 12 months. A student may take up to 12 months to complete the course. The AQF Volume of Learning for a Certificate III Qualification is 1200-1400 hours.
Location
Sydney, Brisbane, Online and Various Locations. Call to confirm current classes
Units
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Core |
| CHCEDS033 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment | Core |
| CHCEDS034 | Contribute to the planning and implementation of educational programs | Core |
| CHCEDS035 | Contribute to student education in all developmental domains | Core |
| CHCEDS036 | Support the development of literacy and oral language skills | Core |
| CHCEDS037 | Support the development of numeracy skills | Core |
| CHCEDS057 | Support students with additional needs in the classroom | Core |
| CHCEDS059 | Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students | Core |
| CHCEDS060 | Work effectively with students and colleagues | Core |
| CHCEDS061 | Support responsible student behaviour | Core |
| CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability | Elective |
| CHCPRT025 | Identify and report children and young people at risk | Elective |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Elective |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | Elective |
| CHCEDS041 | Set up and sustain learning areas | Elective |
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