Certificate III in Education Support

If you have your heart set on working as a teacher’s aide, this is the course for you, as it will put you firmly on track for that interesting, fun, and gratifying career you’ve been dreaming of. Better yet, 90% of graduates surveyed from this program report being satisfied with their training, while 63.7% said that it directly led to an improved employment status.

What is the Certificate III in Education Support?

A Certificate III in Education Support covers all you need to know about how to become a teacher’s aide, which is why it will often be part of an Education Support traineeship. This popular TAFE teacher’s aide course includes learning how to plan, deliver, and evaluate educational programs; ensure that the learning environment is inclusive, safe, and relevant; as well as mastering the art of engaging the entire group. You will also get trained in recognising and handling a wide range of behavioural and developmental issues, and of course, provide quality support to those teachers leading the class.

Skills you will gain

Graduates of this program can expect to have gained or improved upon the following skills:

• Clear communication
• Creative thinking
• Attention to detail
• Conflict resolution
• Listening skills
• Multi-tasking abilities

How long will it take?

These nationally-recognised Teacher’s Aide courses are available both in-class and online and allow you to complete your studies at a pace that suits you; however, according to the latest Australian Government data, the average time it takes to finish this course is currently 12 months.

Teacher’s Aide jobs

Teacher’s Aides work in a just about every educational setting you can imagine and the following are just some of the many Teachers’ Aide employment opportunities available:

• Teacher’s Assistant
• Teacher Support
• Preschool Teacher Assistant
• Supervision Aide
• Special Needs Teacher Assistant
• Education Assistant
• University Teaching Assistant

What other courses can it lead to?

Once you’ve completed your teacher aide training, the sky is the limit, especially if you join the 20.6% of graduates that enrol in further study. After all, apart from boosting your skills and knowledge considerably, you will also be eligible for significantly higher teacher’s aide wages. For example, you can expand your knowledge by taking a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or build upon your skillset via a Certificate IV in Education Support, while those with grand plans for their career will be well served by a Diploma of School Age Education and Care.

Think you’ve got what it takes to thrive as a teacher’s aide? If so, you are probably right! So what are you waiting for? Sign up and start today!