COURSE CODE: CHC40225

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Course Overview

The CHC40225 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 assisting student learning, supporting 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 classroom learning activities
Assist students with additional needs
Promote positive student behaviour and wellbeing
Work effectively with teachers and school staff
Support literacy and numeracy development
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-level education and community services courses
Higher-level education support qualifications
Community services pathways

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
CHCECE054	Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures	Core
CHCEDS033	Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment	Core
CHCEDS045	Support student mathematics learning	Core
CHCEDS046	Support student literacy learning	Core
CHCEDS047	Assist in facilitation of student learning	Core
CHCEDS048	Work with students in need of additional learning support	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
CHCEDS059	Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students	Core
CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice	Core
CHCPRT025	Identify and report children and young people at risk	Core
CHCCDE020	Implement participation and engagement strategies	Elective
CHCDIS014	Develop and use strategies for communication with augmentative and alternative communication systems	Elective
CHCDIS018	Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach	Elective
CHCEDS038	Communicate with students parents and colleagues in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander language	Elective
CHCEDS039	Work effectively as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander education worker	Elective
CHCEDS042	Provide support for e-learning	Elective
CHCEDS049	Supervise students outside the classroom	Elective
CHCEDS050	Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander education	Elective
CHCEDS052	Deliver elements of teaching and learning programs	Elective
CHCEDS053	Assist in production of language resources	Elective
CHCEDS054	Contribute to teaching of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander language and culture	Elective
CHCEDS055	Coordinate e-learning programs	Elective
CHCPRP001	Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships	Elective
HLTAID012	Provide First Aid in an education and care setting	Elective
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety	Elective