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CHC30221 - Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification reflects the role of an education support worker who assists teachers and supports student learning in a range of classroom settings in primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation. Work requires the use of discretion and judgement within the boundaries of established policies and procedures and complete general administrative as well as operational tasks to support students. To achieve this qualification, students must have completed a total of at least 100 hours of work in a classroom environment catering to primary or secondary school students, within at least one school in Australia.  The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.

Entry Requirements

CQUniversity requires: completion of bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment before enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.

The requirement to complete the Vocational Placement component for the duration of the qualification of at least 100 hours in a classroom environment within Primary or Secondary Schools.

The requirement to successfully obtain a Working With Children Check relevant to your state in Australia.

Access to a computer, internet and intermediate computer skills. 24 hour CQUniversity computer labs are available on selected campuses.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

COVID-19 vaccination is no longer a mandatory requirement for workers in early childhood, primary and secondary education settings. Decisions on mandatory vaccinations will instead be made by the owner or operator of these settings and as such students undertaking work-integrated learning will need to adhere to the individual education setting requirements.

Vocational Placement and Work Integrated Learning

Students must complete a Vocational Placement and/or Work Integrated Learning as part of this qualification.

Additional information

The course is organised to reflect the learning and work activities that take place within a school environment, with a mandatory work placement of 100 hours at either Primary or Secondary Schools.

Within this time allocation, students can demonstrate the required vocational placement tasks and skills for other units as required for the qualification.

Students may be required to complete additional hours of Vocational Placement, to what is listed on the training package, to achieve this qualification, which is inclusive of the 100 hours required for units CHCEDS034 and CHCEDS035.

Units CHCEDS034 and CHCEDS035 have mandatory work placement of 100 hours for each unit. To assist students to meet this requirement we have clustered these units together, as the total number of 100 hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirements of workplace hours within this qualification.

Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $4,095.00 (2024)
$4,230.00 (2025)
Subsidised Full Fee $990.00 (2024)
$1,005.00 (2025)
Subsidised Concession Fee $600.00 (2024)
$615.00 (2025)
Fee for service per unit $273.00 (2024)
$282.00 (2025)
Subsidised full fee per unit $66.00 (2024)
$67.00 (2025)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $137.00 (2024)
$212.00 (2025)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Education and Humanities
Skill Area
  • Education Support
AQF Level Level 3: Certificate III

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

On completion of CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support, students can further their study opportunities and receive direct credits towards CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support.

Occupation includes education support workers assisting teachers in classroom settings within primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation.

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 10 core units
  2. Complete 5 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Please select a course structure from the options below:
MIXED MODE

This course is delivered on Moodle for a period of 44 weeks, however as it is competency and cluster-based, it may be possible for students to complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level. Students must complete all components of the assessment tasks within the course to be deemed competent.

The course is organised to reflect the learning and work activities that take place within a school environment, with a mandatory work placement of at least 100 hours at either Primary or Secondary Schools. The total number of 100 hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement of workplace hours within this qualification.

Students may be required to complete 220 hours of Vocational Placement within this course to demonstrate practical tasks, which is inclusive of the 100 hours required for units CHCEDS034 and CHCEDS035.

Students to follow the sequence in the course planner.

If you have previously completed study, you may be eligible to receive a credit towards your study. Please discuss this with your teacher at the beginning of your study.

Cluster 8 consists of HLTAID012, and you will need to attend a CQU campus at either Cairns, Mackay or Rockhampton to complete the practical requirements for this unit. Or, complete the unit HLTAID012 with another Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and submit a completed certificate to receive a credit for this unit.

  • RPL/RCC/Credit
  • Mixed Mode
CLUSTER 1 HEALTH AND SAFETY

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • follow safe work practices
  • implement safe work practices
  • contribute to safe work practices in the workplace
  • reflect on own safe work practices
  • maintain a safe environment
  • maintain a hygienic and healthy environment
  • supervise students in conjunction with a teacher
  • deal with emergency situations
  • support the health and wellbeing of students
CHCEDS059 Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students More Information Training.gov Details
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 2 LEGAL AND ETHICAL

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • identify legal and ethical obligations
  • comply with legal and ethical obligations
  • contribute to workplace improvements
  • implement work practices that support the protection of children and young people
  • report indications of the possible risk of harm
  • apply ethical and nurturing practices in work with children and young people
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS033 Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 3 CULTURE AND COMMUNITY

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • reflect on own perspectives
  • appreciate diversity and inclusiveness, and their benefits
  • communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and situations
  • promote understanding across diverse groups
  • identify perspectives on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
  • investigate the local context for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
  • contribute ideas for embedding Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures in daily practice
  • support children's understanding and respect
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people More Information Training.gov Details
CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 4 BEHAVIOUR GUIDANCE

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • interact positively with students
  • respect and support students
  • work effectively with diverse students and colleagues
  • contribute to a safe and supportive environment
  • use positive behaviour support techniques
  • implement and monitor strategies to support student behaviour
CHCEDS061 Support responsible student behaviour More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS060 Work effectively with students and colleagues More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 5 LITERACY AND NUMERACY

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • work within guidelines for a numeracy and literacy program
  • provide numeracy and literacy support
  • monitor progress
CHCEDS036 Support the development of literacy and oral language skills More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS037 Support the development of numeracy skills More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 6 INCLUSIVE PRACTICE

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • contribute to team planning for students in need of additional support
  • provide support to students in need of additional support
  • respond to indicators of risk to student emotional wellbeing
  • work with others to support students with additional needs
  • support individual students with additional needs
  • support the rights, interests and needs of students with additional needs as part of the education team.
  • assist with classroom programs to support students with additional needs
  • contribute to learning opportunities
CHCEDS048 Work with students in need of additional learning support More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 7 SUPPORTING EDUCATION

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • contribute to the inclusion of all students
  • support physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of students
  • contribute to planning and preparation
  • implement program under the guidance of a teacher
  • contribute to a consistent and stable learning environment
  • contribute to individual and group assessment
  • review the implementation of educational programs to identify potential strategies for improvement
CHCEDS034 Contribute to the planning and implementation of education programs More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS035 Contribute to student education in all developmental domains More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 8 FIRST AID

To complete the unit HLTAID012 students will be required to access a campus in either Cairns, Mackay or Rockhampton to complete the practical component of the Accredited Short Course in First Aid for Education and Care with CQUniversity. Or, complete the unit HLTAID012 with another Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and submit a completed certificate to receive a credit for this unit.

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 CHCEDS059 - Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
1 HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
2 CHCPRT001 - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
2 CHCEDS033 - Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
3 CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people
3 CHCECE054 - Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
4 CHCEDS061 - Support responsible student behaviour
4 CHCEDS060 - Work effectively with students and colleagues
5 CHCEDS036 - Support the development of literacy and oral language skills
5 CHCEDS037 - Support the development of numeracy skills
6 CHCEDS048 - Work with students in need of additional learning support
6 CHCEDS057 - Support students with additional needs in the classroom
7 CHCEDS034 - Contribute to the planning and implementation of education programs
7 CHCEDS035 - Contribute to student education in all developmental domains
8 HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an education and care setting


START TAFE NOW (STN) - MIXED MODE

This course is delivered on Moodle for a period of 44 weeks, however as it is competency and cluster-based, it may be possible for students to complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level. Students must complete all components of the assessment tasks within the course to be deemed competent.

The course is organised to reflect the learning and work activities that take place within a school environment, with a mandatory work placement of at least 100 hours at either Primary or Secondary Schools. The total number of 100 hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement of workplace hours within this qualification.

Students may be required to complete 220 hours of Vocational Placement within this course to demonstrate practical tasks, which is inclusive of the 100 hours required for units CHCEDS034 and CHCEDS035.S

Students to follow the sequence in the course planner.

If you have previously completed study, you may be eligible to receive a credit towards your study. Please discuss this with your teacher at the beginning of your study.

Cluster 8 consists of HLTAID012, and you will need to attend a CQU campus at either Cairns, Mackay or Rockhampton to complete the practical requirements for this unit. Or, complete the unit HLTAID012 with another Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and submit a completed certificate to receive a credit for this unit.

  • RPL/RCC/Credit
  • Mixed Mode
CLUSTER 1 HEALTH AND SAFETY

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • follow safe work practices
  • implement safe work practices
  • contribute to safe work practices in the workplace
  • reflect on own safe work practices
  • maintain a safe environment
  • maintain a hygienic and healthy environment
  • supervise students in conjunction with a teacher
  • deal with emergency situations
  • support the health and wellbeing of students
CHCEDS059 Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students More Information Training.gov Details
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 2 LEGAL AND ETHICAL

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • identify legal and ethical obligations
  • comply with legal and ethical obligations
  • contribute to workplace improvements
  • implement work practices that support the protection of children and young people
  • report indications of the possible risk of harm
  • apply ethical and nurturing practices in work with children and young people
CHCEDS033 Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment More Information Training.gov Details
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 3 CULTURE AND COMMUNITY

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • reflect on own perspectives
  • appreciate diversity and inclusiveness, and their benefits
  • communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and situations
  • promote understanding across diverse groups
  • identify perspectives on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
  • investigate the local context for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
  • contribute ideas for embedding Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures in daily practice
  • support children's understanding and respect
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people More Information Training.gov Details
CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 4 BEHAVIOUR GUIDANCE

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • interact positively with students
  • respect and support students
  • work effectively with diverse students and colleagues
  • contribute to a safe and supportive environment
  • use positive behaviour support techniques
  • implement and monitor strategies to support student behaviour
CHCEDS061 Support responsible student behaviour More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS060 Work effectively with students and colleagues More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 5 LITERACY AND NUMERACY

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • work within guidelines for a numeracy and literacy program
  • provide numeracy and literacy support
  • monitor progress
CHCEDS037 Support the development of numeracy skills More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS036 Support the development of literacy and oral language skills More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 6 INCLUSIVE PRACTICE

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • contribute to team planning for students in need of additional support
  • provide support to students in need of additional support
  • respond to indicators of risk to student emotional wellbeing
  • work with others to support students with additional needs
  • support individual students with additional needs
  • support the rights, interests and needs of students with additional needs as part of the education team.
  • assist with classroom programs to support students with additional needs
  • contribute to learning opportunities
CHCEDS048 Work with students in need of additional learning support More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom More Information Training.gov Details
CLUSTER 7 SUPPORTING EDUCATION

Vocational placement of 100 hours is a requirement for this cluster.

In this Cluster, you will learn about the following topics:

  • contribute to the inclusion of all students
  • support physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of students
  • contribute to planning
CHCEDS035 Contribute to student education in all developmental domains More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS034 Contribute to the planning and implementation of education programs More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 CHCEDS059 - Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
1 HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
2 CHCEDS033 - Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
2 CHCPRT001 - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
3 CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people
3 CHCECE054 - Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
4 CHCEDS060 - Work effectively with students and colleagues
5 CHCEDS037 - Support the development of numeracy skills
5 CHCEDS036 - Support the development of literacy and oral language skills
6 CHCEDS048 - Work with students in need of additional learning support
6 CHCEDS057 - Support students with additional needs in the classroom
7 CHCEDS035 - Contribute to student education in all developmental domains
7 CHCEDS034 - Contribute to the planning and implementation of education programs

The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
Unit Code Unit Name
CHCEDS061 Support responsible student behaviour

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL only

  • RPL/RCC/Credit
Core Units

RPL only
CHCEDS035 Contribute to student education in all developmental domains More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS034 Contribute to the planning and implementation of education programs More Information Training.gov Details
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS061 Support responsible student behaviour More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS060 Work effectively with students and colleagues More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS059 Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS037 Support the development of numeracy skills More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS036 Support the development of literacy and oral language skills More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS033 Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment More Information Training.gov Details
Elective Units

RPL only
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS043 SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS041 SET UP AND SUSTAIN LEARNING AREAS More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS040 SEARCH AND ACCESS ONLINE INFORMATION More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS054 ENCOURAGE UNDERSTANDING OF ABORIGINAL AND/OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLES' CULTURES More Information Training.gov Details
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability More Information Training.gov Details
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS048 Work with students in need of additional learning support More Information Training.gov Details
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk More Information Training.gov Details
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
CHCEDS056 Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
2 CHCEDS033 - Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
2 CHCEDS056 - Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder

The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
Unit Code Unit Name
CHCEDS035 Contribute to student education in all developmental domains
CHCEDS034 Contribute to the planning and implementation of education programs
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCEDS061 Support responsible student behaviour
CHCEDS060 Work effectively with students and colleagues
CHCEDS059 Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom
CHCEDS037 Support the development of numeracy skills
CHCEDS036 Support the development of literacy and oral language skills
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
CHCEDS043 SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
CHCEDS041 SET UP AND SUSTAIN LEARNING AREAS
CHCEDS040 SEARCH AND ACCESS ONLINE INFORMATION
CHCEDS054 ENCOURAGE UNDERSTANDING OF ABORIGINAL AND/OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLES' CULTURES
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
CHCEDS048 Work with students in need of additional learning support
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Project
Third Party Verification
Practical Task
Written/Electronic Assessment
Other
RPL
Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2022 Availabilities

MIXED MODE

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

START TAFE NOW (STN) - MIXED MODE

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2023 Availabilities

MIXED MODE

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

START TAFE NOW (STN) - MIXED MODE

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

MIXED MODE

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

START TAFE NOW (STN) - MIXED MODE

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
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Enrolment Sequence

Please refer to the VET Course Planners for further details relating to the cluster enrolment sequence of this course. The student must enrol into all units of the cluster unless they are eligible for credit transfer of any unit/s completed within another qualification.


Compulsory Attendance Requirements

Students who are not currently working in an educational workplace must organise a voluntary work placement. All students will need to complete third-party reports, practical assessment, and a vocational placement logbook. These observations and reports will need to be signed off by a registered teacher. Students will be required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of placement throughout the duration of the course. 

All students will need to hold a Working with Children Check card prior to starting their practical work placement. Details of how to apply for one of these cards is on Moodle. 


Resource Requirements 

All resources for this qualification are available online through Moodle.