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Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
CHC40221
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About the Course
The CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support offered by the Institute for Online Learning is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to support students in educational settings. This nationally recognised qualification, delivered in partnership with Melbourne City Institute of Education, prepares participants to work effectively as teacher aides or education support workers, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes student learning and growth. With a focus on practical experience, the course includes 100 hours of work placement, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world scenarios.
Throughout the course, learners will explore key areas such as providing individualised assistance to students with diverse learning needs, supporting literacy and numeracy programs, and encouraging positive behaviour within the classroom. The curriculum also emphasises the importance of effective communication with students, teachers, and parents, as well as the application of strategies to support children with additional needs. By the end of the program, graduates will be well-prepared to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners, contributing to their educational journey and overall well-being.
Enquire to learn more about how the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support can help you advance your career in education support and make a positive difference in the classroom.
Please note: this course is NOT government funded.
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Students must have sufficient digital literacy skills to access online content, enter answers to written questions and communicate with instructors via email, the student portal and the learning management system and/or,
- Students should have access to the internet, data, a laptop or computer with Microsoft Teams to successfully participate in this program.
In this Certificate IV in School Based Education Support course, the subjects students may study include:
- CHCEDS033 – Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
- CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- CHCEDS059 – Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
- CHCEDS047 – Assist in facilitation of student learning (100 Mandated WP hours)
- CHCEDS046 – Support student literacy learning
- CHCEDS045 – Support student mathematics learning
- CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
- CHCECE054 – Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
- CHCEDS048 – Work with students in need of additional learning support
- CHCEDS051 – Facilitate learning for students with disabilities
- CHCEDS056 – Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
- CHCEDS058 – Support the implementation of behaviour plans
- CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- BSBPEF301 – Organise personal work priorities and development
- HLTWHS003 – Maintain work health and safety
- HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
- CHCEDS049 – Supervise students outside the classroom
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