CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support

The CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support qualification reflects the role of workers who assist teachers and support student learning in a range of classroom settings. They complete general administrative as well as operational tasks to support students with learning under the guidance of a teacher or other educational professional. Work requires use of discretion and judgement within the boundaries of established policies and procedures. Education support workers work mainly with students in classroom settings in primary or secondary schools, as defined by State/Territory legislation.

To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 100 hours of work in a classroom environment catering to primary or secondary school students, within at least one school in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.

The Certificate III in School Based Education Support may be completed through a Smart and Skilled Traineeship / School Based Traineeship / VET in Schools (EVET) / Entitlement pathway or a Fee for Service enrolment.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Subsidised Course Fees

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies under NSW Smart and Skilled. Eligibility will be checked and a course fee confirmed prior to enrolment.

New Entrant Traineeship

School Based Traineeship

Fee Free Scholarship

Fee Exemption

Concession

$240

First Qualification

$1,600

Second Qualification

$1,930

Non-subsidised Course Fees

VET in Schools (EVET)

$P.O.A

Check your fee eligibility

Qualification Information

Units of Competency

This qualification includes 15 units of competency to be completed in total: 10 CORE and 5 ELECTIVE units of competency

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core / Elective
HLTWHS006	Manage personal stressors in the work environment	Elective
CHCEDS033	Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment	Core
CHCPRT001	Identify and respond to children and young people at risk	Elective
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety	Elective
CHCEDS041	Set up and sustain learning areas	Elective
CHCEDS059	Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students	Core
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	Core
CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice	Elective
CHCEDS034	Contribute to the planning and implementation of educational programs	Core
CHCEDS035	Contribute to student education in all developmental domains	Core
CHCEDS036	Support the development of literacy and oral language skills	Core
CHCEDS037	Support the development of numeracy skills	Core
CHCEDS057	Support students with additional needs in the classroom	Core
CHCEDS060	Work effectively with students and colleagues	Core
CHCEDS061	Support responsible student behaviour	Core

We have listed commonly used electives however there is a wider range of electives available to suit your requirements! Credit can be applied for previously completed units of competency.

Work placement

This qualification requires the successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours of work in a classroom environment catering to primary or secondary school students, within at least one school in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

For those already employed within a suitable industry setting, work placement can be completed as part of your normal working hours as long as the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency are met.

Work placement opportunities will be identified as part of the enrolment process and students requiring to undertake work placement will be supported to complete this once all necessary milestones have been met.

Outcomes and Career Pathways

Job Roles & Titles Relevant to this Qualification

Upon successful completion of this qualification, occupational titles may include:

Teachers aide
School learning support officer in public and private schools
Education support worker in community education services
Home tutor

Career Pathways

Working in Education can be an incredibly rewarding career with a wide range of opportunities.

People who successfully complete this course may choose to continue their studies by completing a Certificate IV qualification or continuing on to university to become a qualified teacher.

As much of the skills and knowledge that you will learn through a career in Education are transferrable, this is a great industry for those considering a future career in roles such as teaching.

Enrolment Options

This qualification can be undertaken through a range of enrolment options including a traineeship, Smart & Skilled entitlement model, fee-for-service enrolment or other Government funded options. More information relating to these options can be found below:

Traineeship

A traineeship combines on-the-job work and formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to obtain a nationally recognised qualification. Traineeships can be undertaken by fulltime and part-time employees and may attract government subsidies based on eligibility criteria.

	New entrant traineeship	Existing worker traineeship
Fee-free available*	Yes	No
Subsidised fees available*	Yes	No
Employer incentives available*	Yes	Yes
Employment status	Fulltime or Part time	Fulltime or Part time
Minimum employment hours	15 hours per week	15 hours per week
Enrolment duration	12 – 24 months	12 – 24 months
Competency-based early completion available	Yes	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,000	$P.O.A

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

VET in Schools Pathways

Vocational Education Training courses (VET Courses) provide an opportunity to achieve a Nationally Recognised qualification or statement of attainment across a broad range of industries, whilst completing your Higher School Certificate. Both VET in Schools options offer direct pathways to further education employment for students, as well as provide a number of benefits to Stage 6 students; however it is important to know the difference between them so that you can chose the right program for you.

The School Based Traineeship (SBAT) program combines paid work, school and a VET qualification, assisting you to gain valuable work skills and experience while you are studying. Instead of completing work placement in blocks, an SBAT completes one day a week in paid employment with their employer in their chosen industry.

	School Based Traineeship (SBAT)
Fee-free scholarships available*	Yes
Subsidised fees available*	Yes
Employer incentives available*	Yes
Employment status	Part time
Minimum employment hours	7 hours per week
Enrolment duration	24 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,000

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

EVET is an externally delivered VET course, delivered by a Registered Training Organisation like KARBEN Training Solutions (KTS). An EVET course is delivered as a school subject and will include a mandatory work placement component where you can put your classroom learning into practice!

	VET in Schools (EVET)
Fee-free scholarships available*	No
Subsidised fees available*	No
Employer incentives available*	No
Employment status	NA
Minimum employment hours	NA
Enrolment duration	24 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$P.O.A

Smart and Skilled Entitlement

Smart and Skilled provides eligible students with access to Government-subsidised training.

	Smart and Skilled Entitlement Enrolment (EFQ)
Fee-free scholarships available*	Yes
Subsidised fees available*	Yes
Employer incentives available*	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,930

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Fee-for-service

Fee-for-service enrolments are available for those who are not eligible or do not wish the study through a Government-subsidised pathway.

	Fee-for-service Enrolment (FFS)
Fee-free scholarships available	No
Subsidised fees available	No
Employer incentives available	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee	$P.O.A

Other options

There may be availability to complete this qualification (in part) through other NSW Government funded pathways including part qualification and pre-vocational programs. In order to access these pathways, an application must be made to the Department with employer support. The duration, commencement/completion dates and units of competency will be identified throughout the application process.

Additionally, there may be availability to study Skill Sets relating to this qualification.

Please contact our team to enquire.

Delivery Pathways

Traineeships

This pathway is for learners undertaking study as part of a signed training contract with their Employer and includes planned site visits.

Work-based

This pathway is for learners employed within the industry and undertaking study with employer support outside of a traineeship.

Classroom delivery

Learning occurs through face-to-face or virtual sessions including weekday, evening and Saturday sessions.

Blended delivery

Learning occurs through a combination of classroom sessions, work-based, virtual and/or distance delivery.

Studying with KARBEN

At KARBEN Training Solutions, we pride ourselves on the support we offer to both students and employers throughout the learning journey.

Student Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor
Planned contact with a Student Mentor
Access to our dedicated Student Mentors via phone, email and face-to-face by appointment*
Affordable study sessions
Access to a Student Portal
Access to the KTS Resource Library
Regular enrolment updates including assessment outcomes and feedback

* Refer to the Student and Employer Handbook for more information.

Employer Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor*
Dedicated Client Services Representative
Formal review of traineeship program every 12 months
Access to an Employer Portal
Written feedback after each site visit*
Regular enrolment updates for students including assessment outcomes and feedback*

*Where a student is studying through a traineeship pathway or has provided authority to release information.

Payment Options

Upon successful completion of the enrolment process, an invoice will be issued via email.

Payment plans are available.

Please see our Student and Employer Handbook for Fee Schedule and payment plan options.

How to Enrol

Our pre-enrolment process ensures that you are provided with information to make an informed choice about your studies before making a formal commitment. This process is summarised below and must be completed before we accept your enrolment: