COURSE CODE: CHC40221

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Course Overview

The CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support is designed for students who want to develop advanced skills and knowledge to support teachers and students in school environments.

This course focuses on supporting student learning, assisting students with additional needs, promoting student wellbeing, and working effectively within education settings.

Training is delivered through face-to-face classes combined with theory, practical activities, and work placement.

Course outcome

After successful completion, students may work as:

Education Support Officer
Teacher’s Aide
Learning Support Officer
Integration Aide
Education Assistant

Skills you will learn

Students will learn how to:

Support students in classroom learning
Assist students with additional needs
Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing
Work effectively with teachers and school staff
Support literacy and numeracy activities
Maintain safe and inclusive learning environments

Assessment Methods

Assessment may include:

Written questions
Practical demonstrations
Projects and case studies
Workplace observation during placement

Pathways

After completing this qualification, students may progress to:

Diploma of School Age Education and Care
Community services qualifications
Higher-level education support courses

Course Entry Requirements

Students must:

Be 18 years or older
Provide valid identification
Meet Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements

Students may also require:

Working With Children Check (WWCC)
Police Check (if required for placement)

Course Duration

Full-time or part-time options available
Duration may vary depending on delivery schedule

Delivery Mode

✔ Face-to-face classroom training

✔ Practical activities and case studies

✔ Theory and written assessments

Course Structure

Students are required to complete core and elective units as part of this qualification.

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core / Elective
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	Core
CHCEDS033	Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment	Core
CHCEDS059	Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students	Core
CHCPRT001	Identify and respond to children and young people at risk	Core
CHCEDS048	Work with students in need of additional learning support	Core
CHCEDS045	Support student mathematics learning	Core
CHCEDS046	Support student literacy learning	Core
CHCEDS047	Assist in facilitation of student learning	Core
CHCECE054	Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures	Core
CHCEDS051	Facilitate learning for students with disabilities	Core
CHCEDS056	Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder	Core
CHCEDS058	Support the implementation of behaviour plans	Core
CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice	Core
HLTAID012	Provide First Aid in an education and care setting	Elective
CHCEDS042	Provide support for e-learning	Elective
CHCEDS049	Supervise students outside the classroom	Elective
CHCEDS052	Deliver elements of teaching and learning programs	Elective