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6 months
On-campus. Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute. This course has a 100-hour workplace requirement.
Full time. 12 month traineeship option available.
February | April | July
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
77 - 91 St Georges Rd, Preston VIC 3072
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Work with diverse people
Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
Contribute to the planning and implementation of educational programs
Contribute to student education in all developmental domains
Support the development of literacy and oral language skills
Support the development of numeracy skills
Set up and sustain learning areas
Elective
Work with students in need of additional learning support
Elective
Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
Elective
Support students with additional needs in the classroom
Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
Work effectively with students and colleagues
Support responsible student behaviour
Identify and report children and young people at risk
Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Elective
Common Questions
Yes, the Certificate III in School Based Education Support (CHC30221) is listed as a Free TAFE course. The State Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative covers the cost of tuition (excluding Amenities Fees and Materials Fees) for eligible students. Free TAFE is available to eligible students for one course enrolment in a lifetime, and Free TAFE places are limited. You can call 1300 635 276 to confirm whether Free TAFE places are still available.
If you are not eligible for Free TAFE, the following fee options apply: Government subsidised tuition fee is $4,200 (plus $260 amenities, total $4,460); Concession tuition fee is $840 (plus $180 amenities, total $1,020); Non-subsidised tuition fee is $10,000 (plus $260 amenities, total $10,260). These fees are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Yes, the course includes a 100-hour workplace placement requirement. Students will also participate in a number of excursions to primary schools and have the opportunity to listen to guest speakers from industry. Assessment for each competency is through a combination of on-the-job (practicum) and off-the-job tasks.
Successful completion of the Certificate III in School Based Education Support CHC30221 will enable you to apply to enrol in a Certificate IV in Education Support, Diploma of Education Support, or a Bachelor of Education.
Yes, a 12-month traineeship option is available. Traineeships are also available for those already working in this sector. Under the traineeship pathway, assessment involves a combination of on-the-job (practicum) and off-the-job tasks, including class exercises, assignments and practical demonstrations.
Application
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