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This course will provide you with a customised program in learning support to prepare you for roles such as an education assistant working in a school. You will learn to provide support to students in their learning and development from kindergarten to Year 12 under the guidance of a teacher.
As part of this qualification you will undertake a supervised work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned in a classroom setting. Students are required to obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (Education Department WA) before attending the work placement.
You have the opportunity to complete the Certificate III in School Based Education Support through full-time study on campus over 6 months (or you may choose to complete it part-time over 12 months). There is also an online option delivered over 12 months. The online delivery will be done via Collaborate sessions (on Blackboard), which are live classes run online with a lecturer taking you through the training.
A First Aid unit forms part of this course, please see the Important Information section below for details about this unit.
- Implement planned education programs
- Assist students in their learning and development
- Contribute to the safety and health of students
- Support students with additional needs.
- Work effectively with culturally diverse students and colleagues
I have the following attributes:
- Caring and enthusiastic nature
- Open-minded and flexible to changes
- Adaptable to cater for a diverse range of student needs
- Good reasoning and organisational skills
- Able to follow directions and guidelines
Follow the link to find further information to help you make an informed choice about the suitability of this course.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills program, through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession.
^ You will pay half price for the tuition fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as Resource fees that are specific to your course. For full details see our Half price courses page.
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Entrance requirements
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Timetable
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Work placement
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Important information
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Job opportunities
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Further study
If this course is deemed competitive, you will be informed during your application via TAFE Admissions and additional entrance requirements will apply.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
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| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
You'll be able to access your personal timetable (find out how on our Timetables page), once you have paid your fees. In the meantime the information below provides an indication of the time commitment required to complete this course, depending on available study options.
On Campus delivery
A typical timetable runs Monday to Friday, from 9:00am - 2:45pm
You will also have to complete a 2 week full-time block of work placement in term 1 and a 3 week full-time block of work placement in term 2, run Monday to Friday.
There is also an option to study On Campus part-time over 12 months, please contact us to discuss your options.
Online delivery (12 month course)
The majority of your study happens via our online platform, Blackboard. You will work through online units containing readings, videos, web links, journal articles and more. You will need to devote between 10 and 15 hours to online study and assessment work each week.
Online orientation
Orientation is compulsory and provides you with important information regarding your studies. Mandatory orientation for online study will be available in a Collaborate session via Blackboard.
You will also attend live lectures online two days per week (Monday and Wednesday) from 9:30am - 11:30am. These lectures are recorded so that you can listen to them if you miss a class.
Your mandatory work placement in a school will happen in two blocks- 2 weeks of full-time placement in Semester 1 of study and 3 weeks in your final semester of study.
Although the majority of your study is online, there are approximately 6 mandatory on campus days across the year. These include practical assessment and simulation days, work placement preparation days and debrief days. If you cannot come on to campus for these days, you will not be able to pass this course.
Please note if you choose to study online, you'll need all of the technical requirements for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
This timetable information is indicative only and subject to change.
As part of this qualification, you will undertake a supervised work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned in a classroom setting. A suitable industry work placement will be arranged for you.
You will complete at least 25 full days of work placement in a school setting. The dates and times of placement are set by NMTAFE and cannot be changed. Full-time placement means 5 days per week from 15 minutes before the students’ start, until 15 minutes after they finish. For most schools, the working day would be 8.15am - 3.15pm. Dress requirements - smart casual dress at all times.
Please see the timetable tab for more information on work placement based on your choice of delivery.
Before attending work placement you will be required to obtain:
- Working with Children Check (WWCC), and
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (Education Department of WA), or
- WA Department of Education Confidential Declaration Form (if under 18 years of age)
The Working with Children Check forms will be available for collection in the first two weeks of study and must be uploaded onto our system by week 6 of study to be eligible for placement.
In the first week of study, you will be required to sit a literacy and numeracy test to ascertain your suitability for the course.
Please note one of the units required to achieve this qualification, HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting is not offered within the Education Support area at North Metropolitan TAFE, you will need to complete this unit with First Aid training provider such as St John Ambulance and provide evidence of completion to gain credit for the unit.
Study outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research will be required to successfully complete your course.
Bring your own device (BYOD) is encouraged but not essential. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
As a student you will also have additional costs associated with your study, for example text books and stationery, printing and other materials required for your assignments.
Other job titles may include:
- Integration Aide
- Preschool Aide
- Kindergarten Assistant
- School Services Officer
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support. You can find out more about a career in education, including tips for finding jobs, interview practice hints, clues about what employers are looking for and more.
On successful completion of the Certificate III you will have up to 8 units of credit towards the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support, adding only one additional Semester of study.
Study options and next steps
Click on your preferred option below to get started with your application.
Semester 1, 2024
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) | ||||||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||||||
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Midland - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Midland | ||||||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Leederville - Online
| Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Leederville | ||||||||||||
| How | Online | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Leederville - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2024 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Leederville | ||||||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2023
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) | ||||||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Leederville - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Leederville | ||||||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Leederville - Online
| Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Leederville | ||||||||||||
| How | Online | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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