| COVID-19: You can study with confidence knowing that all programs are being delivered safely observing safe distancing measures. Every course has different safe distancing requirements so enquire for more details about the course you are interested in. |
Course Overview
ATTENTION: As much as we’d love to offer more, we can only offer one Free TAFE course per person. If you’ve already enrolled and commenced, or enrolled but didn’t complete a Free TAFE course at any Victorian TAFE in the past you will NOT be eligible for another and will need to pay tuition and materials fees when you enrol. Reach out to us if you think this is you. |
A Certificate III in Education Support will give you the necessary skills and knowledge to support students and staff in a range of educational settings, including public, independent and specialist schools. Be the additional help that students need to set themselves up for success with this nationally accredited qualification.
You may find yourself working as an integration aide, a school office administrator or as a teacher’s aide. Regardless of the pathway you choose, you will be providing essential support for educators and students, helping from within to improve processes and systems.
This course is delivered with a combination of online and on campus workshops.
Times
Bairnsdale:
Fortnightly workshops at the Bairnsdale campus, Wednesday 9.30am - 2.30pm.
Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Education Support.Career Opportunities
- Integration aide
- Teachers aide
- School office administration
Opportunities for Further Study
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements
- Students must obtain a clear police check and working with children's check
Recommended entry requirements
- Students must be a minimum of 17 years of age to be considered for enrolment into this course.
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Students will need access to a computer and internet connection.
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Minimum of 100 hours to be completed within a school environment.Placement is arranged by: Institute
Pathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Not Applicable
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Course Modules
| Course Units |
| HLTAID003 Provide first aid |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCEDS018 Support students with additional needs in the classroom environment |
| CHCEDS017 Contribute to the health and safety of students |
| CHCEDS012 Set up and sustain individual and small group learning areas |
| CHCEDS008 Comply with school administrative requirements |
| CHCEDS007 Work effectively with students and colleagues |
| CHCEDS006 Support the development of numeracy skills |
| CHCEDS005 Support the development of literacy and oral language skills |
| CHCEDS004 Contribute to organisation and management of classroom or centre |
| CHCEDS003 Contribute to student education in all developmental domains |
| CHCEDS002 Assist in implementation of planned educational programs |
| CHCEDS001 Comply with legislative, policy and industrial requirements in the education environment |
| CHCECE006 Support behaviour of children and young people |
| CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people |
Assessment
Practical class and placement experiences, projects, written assessments, online quizzes.