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11397NAT Certificate II in Education Sector Pathways
Take the first step into an education career with this entry-level course, offering an accessible starting point for those exploring a career in industries such as early childhood, school-based education support, school age education and care, or even future pathways into teaching.
This course provides foundational knowledge to understand how learning environments operate and what’s required to support children and young people effectively. Throughout the course, learners build core skills in inclusive practice, behaviour guidance, and ageappropriate communication. It also introduces key concepts in educational theory to help participants understand how children develop, learn, and respond to different approaches.
By offering a structured introduction to these essential areas, the course prepares learners for meaningful roles within educational settings and can act as a stepping stone toward further study or higher-level qualifications in the broader education sector.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for the 11397NAT Certificate II in Education Sector Pathways course.
Duration:
12 months
Work placement:
There are no minimum hours required for this course
Delivery options:
Work-based or blended
Entry requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this course
Suitable for:
New Educators
Enrolment options:
Direct Enrolment – More options coming!
Units of Competency
The 11397NAT Certificate II in Education Sector Pathways course includes 10 units of competency: 7 core units and 3 elective units.
Core Units
NAT11397001 Work effectively in an education setting
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a range of education settings; including working within legal and ethical frameworks and working with diversity.
NAT11397002 Work safely in an education setting
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist in implementing work health and safety policies and procedures, under the guidance and supervision of a teacher or other educational professional, to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of children/students using the service.
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify children and young people who are at risk and report in line with legislative requirements. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.
NAT11397003 Support inclusive learning for children of all abilities
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop foundational awareness of those with additional needs and/or disabilities and apply simple support strategies when working with or supporting young children in educational environments.
BSBXCM301 Engage in workplace communication
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate (through written, oral and nonverbal form) in the workplace within an industry.
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise personal work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence.
BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to advocate for and feel empowered about personal wellbeing in the workplace. It involves developing and applying basic knowledge of factors that may influence wellbeing, both positively and negatively.
Elective Units – Group A
CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to communicate and interact respectfully with children and to guide their behaviours in ways that support their agency, positive sense of self and self-regulation.
CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source and use an approved childhood learning framework.
CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a children’s education and care context using effective communication and knowledge of job roles, responsibilities and service procedures to complete daily work activities.
Elective Units – Group B
CHCSAC006 Support children to participate in school age care
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify, implement and monitor support strategies to guide children’s effective participation within the framework of school age care.
CHCSAC007 Develop and implement play and leisure experiences in school age care
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify, plan, implement and evaluate play and leisure experiences for children participating in school age care.
CHCSAC008 Work collaboratively and respectfully with school age children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to engage and interact with school age children and guide their behaviour in positive ways.
Elective Units – Group C
CHCEDS041 Set up and sustain learning areas
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to create, maintain and monitor individual and/or small group learning environments. This may include a learning activity area in a classroom, library or home-based learning environment, or a virtual learning environment.
CHCEDS056 Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to provide support to students who have educational needs associated with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to support students with recognised additional needs in classrooms, where there are students with a mix of abilities and needs.
Core Units
- NAT11397001 Work effectively in an education setting
- NAT11397002 Work safely in an education setting
- CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
- NAT11397003 Support inclusive learning for children of all abilities
- BSBXCM301 Engage in workplace communication
- BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities
- BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace
Elective Units – Group A
- CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
- CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
- CHCECE056 Work effectively in children’s education and care
Elective Units – Group B
- CHCSAC006 Support children to participate in school age care
- CHCSAC007 Develop and implement play and leisure experiences in school age care
- CHCSAC008 Work collaboratively and respectfully with school age children
Elective Units – Group C
- CHCEDS041 Set up and sustain learning areas
- CHCEDS056 Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
- CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom
Suitability Information
It’s important to make sure a course is the right fit for you before enrolling so you can set yourself up for success from the start. Taking the time to review the entry requirements, study commitments, learning outcomes and work placement expectations helps you understand what’s involved and whether it aligns with your goals, strengths and availability. This ensures you’re confident in your choice, motivated to complete the qualification, and prepared for the type of work or further study it leads to.
Review our suitability information below to find out if the 11397NAT Certificate II in Education Sector Pathways is a good option for you.
Common skills required
Personal qualities
Resources required
Considerations
Workplace requirements
Suitability Information
It’s important to make sure a course is the right fit for you before enrolling so you can set yourself up for success from the start. Taking the time to review the entry requirements, study commitments, learning outcomes and work placement expectations helps you understand what’s involved and whether it aligns with your goals, strengths and availability. This ensures you’re confident in your choice, motivated to complete the qualification, and prepared for the type of work or further study it leads to.
Review our suitability information below to find out if the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a good option for you.
Common Skills Required
- Read and follow learning plans, policies and safety guidelines.
- Record daily routines and observations clearly and accurately.
- Support literacy and numeracy development in children.
- Communicate professionally with children, families, and coworkers.
- Understand learning support strategies and inclusive practice.
Personal Qualities Recommended
- Patient and child-focused – You support children with care and attention, helping them feel safe and encouraged.
- Respectful and inclusive – You value and support all students, regardless of their background or needs.
- Positive and dependable – You bring a cheerful attitude and can be counted on to support learning.
- Observant and proactive – You notice what’s happening around you and take initiative to help.
- Reliable team player – You work well with others and follow through on your responsibilities.
Workplace Requirements
- This course has no minimum hours of work placement required.
Resources Required
- Computer and internet access
Considerations
This qualification may contain content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing to some. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Reasonable Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND)
- A computer with fast and reliable internet access
- Technology skills to access and navigate the internet
- The ability to create, open and save electronic files
- Some experience using computer software such as (Microsoft Word, Teams)
- Confidence to work independently
- You will be asked to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND) skills assessment to create your individualised learning plan and ensure your LLND skills will meet the requirements of the course.
Common Skills Required
- Read and follow learning plans, policies and safety guidelines.
- Record daily routines and observations clearly and accurately.
- Support literacy and numeracy development in children.
- Communicate professionally with children, families, and coworkers.
- Understand learning support strategies and inclusive practice.
Personal Qualities Recommended
- Patient and child-focused – You support children with care and attention, helping them feel safe and encouraged.
- Respectful and inclusive – You value and support all students, regardless of their background or needs.
- Positive and dependable – You bring a cheerful attitude and can be counted on to support learning.
- Observant and proactive – You notice what’s happening around you and take initiative to help.
- Reliable team player – You work well with others and follow through on your responsibilities.
Resources Required
- Computer and internet access
Workplace Requirements
- This course has no minimum hours of work placement required.
Considerations
This qualification may contain content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing to some. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Reasonable Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND)
- A computer with fast and reliable internet access
- Technology skills to access and navigate the internet
- The ability to create, open and save electronic files
- Some experience using computer software such as (Microsoft Word, Teams)
- Confidence to work independently
- You will be asked to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND) skills assessment to create your individualised learning plan and ensure your LLND skills will meet the requirements of the course.
Course Fee Information
All course fees are determined by individual eligibility, and availability of Government-subsidised training pathways. You can check your eligibility through our Student Enquiry Form or, if you proceed straight to enrolment, your course fee will be provided to you before we accept your enrolment. All enrolments require a $300 initial payment (this is taken off the total course fee) which is payable within 3 weeks from the acceptance of enrolment. For all remaining fees payable, we offer flexible direct debit payment plan options.
Our full Fee Administration Policy is available in the Student and Employer Handbook.
Non-subsidised course fee:
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11397NAT Certificate II in Education Sector Pathways