Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

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National code: CHC40221 Certificate (TAFE) Hawthorn, Wantirna Send me a link to this course

Make a difference to children’s lives and learning with a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support.  
 
Develop the knowledge, skills and values to individually support students with literacy and numeracy as well as specific learning needs. Understand how to create inclusive learning environments and assist teachers with effective support behaviour strategies.  

A practical placement will enhance your understanding and employability, so you graduate classroom ready.  
 
Upon graduation, you’ll be qualified to work in educational settings as an education assistant, support worker, teacher assistant or teacher aide.

Duration

12 months

Intakes

Hawthorn (February, July)
Wantirna (July) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course codes

3400211444
Hawthorn (fee type determined by provider)
3401011444
Wantirna (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Students in the Certificate IV of Education Support learn how to work alongside a teacher in a range of educational settings to guide and facilitate learning in that context. Learners will develop the skills needed to support students in literacy and numeracy, and to work with students with a specific learning need or disability. Students will be provided with hands-on experience through practical placement that will enhance understanding and employability.

Course structure

To be awarded this qualification, students need to complete 17 units, including 13 core and 4 electives. Delivery will be a combination of on-campus classroom learning and work placement in an educational setting. This model enables students to engage in real learning situations and transfer knowledge into skills.

Units of study

Core Units:

Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students (CHCEDS059)

Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment (CHCEDS033)

Assist in facilitation of student learning (CHCEDS047)

Work with students in need of additional learning support (CHCEDS048)

Support the implementation of behaviour plans (CHCEDS058)

Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)

Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (CHCPRT001)

Reflect on and improve own professional practice (CHCPRP003)

Support student literacy learning (CHCEDS046)

Support student mathematics learning (CHCEDS045)

Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures (CHCECE054)

Facilitate learning for students with disabilities (CHCEDS051)

Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder (CHCEDS056)

Elective Units:

Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001)

Support the development of literacy and oral language skills (CHCEDS036)

Support the development of numeracy skills (CHCEDS037)

Deliver elements of teaching and learning programs (CHCEDS052)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.

Career opportunities

Graduates will be eligible to work in an educational setting as an Education Support Worker. They may also pathway to Certificate IV Disability, Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care, Bachelor of Education.

Aims and objectives

The course aims to provide graduates with the skills, knowledge and values to work in the education environment in the role of teacher aide, who will support students with individual learning or behavioural needs within these environments.

Support students with literacy and numeracy skills
Support students with specific learning needs, including those with disabilities, those from cultural minorities, disadvantaged backgrounds and for those for whom English is not their first language
Assist the teacher by preparing learning resources
Put into practice support behaviour strategies
Ensure that classrooms are inclusive

Graduate skills

On completion of this course, students will have real-life experience of the education setting and working understanding of the role in supporting individual students to effectively engage within these environments.

Professional recognition

The Certificate IV in School Based Education Support (CHC40221) is a nationally recognized course. It is the highest level qualification for anyone seeking to work in an Education setting as a Support worker.

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$9,180	$4,500	$900	Yes

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Is this a Free TAFE course?

Total Cost (GST Free)

$9,180

$4,500

$900

Yes

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

Free TAFE Government-subsidised place
You could have your tuition fees covered thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 920.

Entry requirements

All applicants:

Must be a minimum of 18 years old at the commencement of the course;
Require a minimum of Year 12 completion, or Certificate III;
Must obtain a current Victorian Working with Children Check (volunteer or employee);
Must obtain a current Police Check prior to course commencement.

For placement purposes, immunity to COVID-19 may be required. Immunity to influenza is recommended.

Students are required to participate in on-campus classes, off-campus excursions and practical placements.

Social/behavioural capability

Students must be able to communicate effectively with adults and children in both individual and group interactions.

Physical requirements of lifting/handling safely

Students must be able to perform the physical activities required to assist a child or colleague in an emergency: an example would be that students must be able to administer CPR for two minutes to a mannequin that is on the floor, as would be demonstrated in First Aid training.