Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

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Learn the fundamentals of working in a support role within an education setting

Course code

CHC40221

Delivery location

Berwick, Dandenong, Frankston, Mornington Peninsula, OnlinePlus

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 9 months. Part Time, 18 months.

Start dates

12 Feb, 29 Apr, 6 May, 5 Aug

• Read more about this course

  Chisholm specify important requirements for students that they need to understand before they can undertake the course. These include:
  Physical:
  • stand, walk or move across spaces for prolonged periods (more than 30 minutes) to support the needs of children.
  • lift, hold or assist infants, toddlers and children of varying size and capability (i.e. bottle feeding, nappy change, support children in climbing)
  • squatting &/or getting down on the floor (at the child’s level) to support and engage.
  • provide basic cleaning duties including but not limited to, wiping down surfaces, mopping, using cleaning products.
  • be physically capable of engaging with children, families, and colleagues for a maximum 7.5 hours per day, up to 5 days per week.
  • be physically capable of sustaining CPR for at least two (2) minutes on the floor.
  Interpersonal:
  • strong abilities in reading, writing and oral English language communication.
  • an ability to constructively give and receive critical feedback.
  • an ability to follow and provide verbal and written instructions.
  • an ability to interpret private information and maintain confidentiality.
  • emotional flexibility and stability to cater to the varying needs of children and families.
  • ability to handle general stressors (meeting deadlines, task management, managing expectation, etc.)
  Cognitive:
  • basic computer literacy, including but not limited to the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email functions, internet browsing and other general computer functions.
  • ability to read, interpret and follow written and verbal instructions.
  
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• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  CHCECE054	Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
  CHCEDS051	Facilitate learning for students with disabilities
  CHCEDS047	Assist in facilitation of student learning
  CHCPRT001	Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
  CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people.
  CHCEDS058	Support the implementation of behaviour plans
  CHCEDS052	Deliver elements of teaching and learning programs
  CHCEDS036	Support the development of literacy and oral language skills
  CHCEDS033	Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
  CHCEDS048	Work with students in need of additional learning support
  CHCEDS059	Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
  HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety
  CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  CHCEDS046	Support student literacy learning
  CHCEDS056	Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
  CHCEDS045	Support student mathematics learning
  CHCEDS037	Support the development of numeracy skills

• Course and career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
  Possible job outcome	teacher assistant (special needs) education support worker teacher aide

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

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• Admission requirements

  Admission requirements are completion of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 3 - working level 4, for both literacy and numeracy, Applicants must be 17 years and 3 months, of school leaving age or have a transition from school form. All students under 18 years of age must have parental agreement., Students are required to have a current Working with Children check as it will be required for professional workplace experience, students must be able to complete 100 hours of work placement in the South East or Mornington Peninsula regions

• Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

  Fees

  Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
  Free TAFE	FREE	freeAmount
  Concession	$1,012	ConcessionAmount
  Government subsidised	$5,060	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
  Full fee paying	$11,960	FullfeeAmount
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$130	MaterialFeeAmount
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
  Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

  Total fees  

  *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
  **You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

• Help with fees

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

  Government-subsidised training

  Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.