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CHC40221

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Study Method Online
Provider Foundation Education
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  • This is NOT a FREE TAFE course, government funding is NOT available. Payment plan options are available.
  • Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. Limited visa holders can be accepted pending a VEVO check. This provider is not CRICOS registered and cannot accept Subclass 500 visa holders.

Course overview

The CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support equips you with the required experience, training and expertise to work in various education support jobs. This course reflects the role of workers who operate under the guidance of teachers in Australian public, private or community schools to support student learning.

From providing one-on-one assistance to students with learning disabilities to helping with the everyday running of the classroom, the responsibilities of those working in education support are varied, fulfilling and crucial to student learning. With a Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support, you will graduate with the skills and understanding to work in a variety of classroom settings.

Job outcomes

  • Teacher Aide
  • Teachers Assistant
  • Education Assistant
  • Special Needs Teacher Aide

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What you'll learn

  • Assist students with special needs
  • Provide a stimulating, safe and meaningful learning environment
  • Support teachers with a variety of administrative duties
  • Facilitate learning while complying with legislative, policy and industrial requirements

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

Study Load

  • 17 course units (note: HLTAID012 must be completed with an external provider)
  • Submit 1 course unit every 5 weeks to graduate in 18 months

 

Delivery

Study the theoretical elements of this course anywhere and anytime through our online learning platform.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements mandated by the training package.

Residency status

To enrol, the prospective student must either be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent), or have the right to study in Australia other than on a student visa.

External requirements

HLTAID012 Provide first aid in an education and care setting must be completed with an external provider.

Parental permission

Students under the age of 18 years require the signed consent of a parent or guardian to enrol in this qualification.

Work placement

Students must complete 100 hours of work placement in at least one school in Australia catering to primary and/or secondary students with:

  • Access to a classroom environment catering to students between the ages of five and 18 years, within at least one school in Australia.

Workplace supervisor requirements:

For the completion of the 100 placement hours, students must have access to a classroom environment catering to primary and/or secondary students within at least one school within Australia. The student must be supervised during their placement by a teacher or other education professional.

Education environments may include:

  • Government school (primary and secondary)
  • Private/non-government school (primary and secondary)

Working With Children Check (WWCC):

Students who are enrolled in this qualification must hold and provide a copy of their valid Working with Children Check prior to commencing any placement activities.

 

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Course features

Do you have a passion for education?

Assistant Educators are imperative to the schooling system, reinforcing student learning by providing additional support.

Already working in education support?

This qualification will allow you to increase your responsibility in the classroom, facilitating learning in a range of classroom settings, including assisting students in need of additional support.

Ready for a new challenge?

Earn a nationally recognised qualification in only 18 months that will leave you with the skills and experience to apply for your dream jobs.

Work placement

Students must complete 100 hours of work placement. The student must be supervised during their placement by a teacher or other education professional.

For the completion of the 100 placement hours, students must have access to a classroom environment catering to primary and/or secondary students within at least one school within Australia.  The student must be supervised during their placement by a teacher or other education professional.

Assessment

Students will need to complete a range of assessment activities such as:

Quiz

Quizzes may include multiple choice, matching, true/false to test students’ knowledge

Assignment

Assignments may include short answer questions or longer answer questions and are designed to test application of knowledge in real-world situations

Case Study

Realistic scenario/s requiring students to apply knowledge learnt

Knowledge Questions

Short-answer questions relevant to the information students have learnt within a unit

Project

Assignment that enables students to conduct more detailed exploration of topics

Terms and Definitions

Short-answer questions where students provide definitions of words and concepts relevant to a unit

Practical/Observation

Record of students performing real and simulated tasks relevant to a unit. This may also be referred to as a Observation Assessment or Video Recording Observation Assessment

Workplace Observation Assessment

Record of students performing real and simulated tasks in workplace environments under supervision. This may also include the completion of task documents, templates, and client feedback which the student must complete in the in conjunction with observation tasks

Workplace Project Task

Record of students performing real and simulated tasks in workplace or simulated workplace environments. This requires students to complete templates, tools and/or tasks within the assessment

Record of Hours

Record of hours completed by students performing real and simulated tasks in workplace environments

Video

Video recordings of students performing real and simulated tasks/activities in workplace or simulated workplace environment including interaction with primary or secondary school children, colleagues and/or families

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Resources and Equipment

Resources and equipment

To successfully complete this course, it’s essential that your placement provider has the necessary equipment, resources and/or documentation. For detailed information on these requirements, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a copy of the complete list from a friendly Careers Advisor.

Subjects

To achieve the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, you must complete 17 units.

Course Units
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCECE054Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
CHCEDS033Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
CHCEDS045Support student mathematics learning
CHCEDS046Support student literacy learning
CHCEDS047Assist in facilitation of student learning
CHCEDS048Work with students in need of additional learning support
CHCEDS051Facilitate learning for students with disabilities

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Payment options

Foundation Education offers affordable payment options to help you start your studies sooner.

  • Payment Plans* available (affordable weekly/fortnightly instalments)
  • Upfront Payment (possible discounts for eligible candidates)
  • Third-Party Finance (Subject to lender approval criteria)

Tuition fees include course delivery and assessment, online study material and dedicated student support services.

*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. Foundation Education uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.

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About Foundation Education

Foundation Education provides students with access to quality vocational education alongside their sister brand, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT), and a robust network of industry partners all around Australia.

With courses designed by industry experts, students gain the knowledge and experience to graduate with job-ready skills that employers seek. Plus, students can learn at their own pace and place through flexible online study.

Offering a wide range of Certificate and Diploma-level courses across Early Childhood Education and Care, Education Support, Allied Health, Dental Assisting, Health Services and more, Foundation Education has a vocational study option to take you where you want to go.

The Foundation Education difference means:

  • Flexible Online Study – Students can complete the theoretical component of courses online at their own pace.
  • Industry Relevant Courses – Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to provide students with the comprehensive skills and knowledge required to graduate job-ready.
  • Dedicated Student Support – Our industry-experienced Technical Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers can support students from enrolment through to graduation.
  • National Recognised Training – Every Certificate and Diploma offered is nationally recognised and accredited, meeting established industry needs and national quality assurance requirements.

Foundation Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #22557)

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