South West TAFE
Certificate III in School Based Education Support (Traineeship)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This traineeship is a nationally recognised education support qualification that has a particular focus on assisting a teacher in a range of different classroom contexts.
This qualification is well suited to students who have completed Year 12, and are undertaking a gap year, it also provides an excellent grounding for those wishing to study teaching at University.
It has been particularly popular among parents who are looking for a rewarding career that involves assisting a teacher in the classroom and contributing to the overall growth and development of children, while being able to work ‘school hours’ in order to fit in with looking after their own children.
Students will work full time as a trainee in a primary or secondary school.
Delivery mode
South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You need to be employed in this field as a trainee with a suitable employer before commencing this course.
Be at least 17 years old
Provide a Working with Children Check
Obtain a police check
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in School Based Education Support (Traineeship) will prepare you for the following roles.
Teacher's Aide
A Teacher's Aide works alongside teachers in primary and high schools to deliver learning programs to a range of students. You might assist teacher...
Teacher's Assistant
A Teacher's Assistant works in primary and secondary schools to help teachers deliver classroom lessons. You might work with a small group of stude...
Education Assistant
An Education Assistant provides help to teaching staff in a school or other educational setting. You might assist with classroom activities or work...
Learning Support Officer
A Learning Support Officer works alongside teachers in primary and high schools to deliver learning programs to a range of students. You might assi...
Integration Aide
An Integration Aide works with students with disabilities or other developmental issues in a primary or high school setting. You might help student...
Outside School Hours Care Coordinator
An Outside School Hours Care Coordinator supervises before and after school care programs. You’ll work with primary school-aged children and may al...
Hospital Orderly
A Hospital Orderly assists with patient care and general tasks in a healthcare environment. You might help patients with showering or dressing or m...
About South West TAFE
As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
