Program Overview

CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Vocational Education Training

Why study this program?

The University of Notre Dame Australia's CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support provides you with the skills required to support students with different developmental needs, to assist Teachers in delivering planned educational programs, support the development of literacy and numeracy, and ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant. You will also gain the knowledge needed to guide the responsible behaviour of children and young people in a safe and supportive environment and apply various processes to facilitate student learning. You will also be involved in a minimum of 100 hours of work placement in an educational environment.

Real-world experience

You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. You will also complete a minimum of 100 hours of work placement in an educational environment to gain valuable workplace experience.

Practical component

You will complete a minimum of 100 hours of work placement.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this certificate program will be able to work as education assistants in Government, Independent and Catholic schools providing support to a classroom teacher for children from kindergarten to Year 12.

More information

View application steps for a Vocational Education and Training (VET) program on How to apply – VET.

If you have questions about applying for a VET program at Notre Dame or need help completing your application, please contact us.

We are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) providing a variety of Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs. This program is subsidised by Jobs and Skills WA for residents of Western Australia. Please note that access to subsidised training is dependent on availability.

National RTO Code: 0064

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Locations

• Fremantle
• Broome

Duration

• 12 months part-time

Study mode

• Blended

Program details

• 15 units of competency, 10 core units and 5 electives
• Delivered face to face on Notre Dame's Fremantle and Broome Campuses and at school and community locations throughout the Kimberley
• Part-time over 12 months

Program outcomes

• Support students with different developmental needs
• Assist Teachers in delivering planned educational programs
• Support the development of literacy and numeracy
• Ensure the learning environment is inclusive and relevant
• Guide the responsible behaviour of children and young people in a safe and supportive environment
• Apply various processes to facilitate student learning

Entry requirements

• School leavers or other interested persons wanting to gain employment in the education sector
• Current employees in the education sector wishing to qualify

Career pathways

• Education assistants in Government, Independent and Catholic schools
• Teaching Assistant, Aboriginal Teaching Assistant, Education Integration Officer, and Learning Support Assistant

Tuition fees

• Subsidised by Jobs and Skills WA for residents of Western Australia
• Please note that access to subsidised training is dependent on availability

Contact

• For more information, please contact us at or .

Disclaimer

• The University of Notre Dame Australia has achieved 5-star ratings in Learner Engagement, Skills Development, Full-Time Employment, and Graduate Salary (Good Universities Guide 2025, undergraduate and postgraduate categories).