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Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Course code: CHC30221

Education Support is a flexible and rewarding career where you can work in the classroom to support students with additional needs.

Prace delivers an industry driven and dynamic learning experience to ensure you are job-ready with the skills employers are looking for. With the guidance of expert teachers in a friendly and supportive classroom, you will develop the skills to:

  • Support students with additional needs
  • Support literacy and numeracy skills
  • Contribute to planning educational programs
  • Support the health, wellbeing and safety of students

You will participate in excursions, workshops and gain insights from industry guest speakers.

Graduates are in demand and work in a range of educational settings, including primary and secondary schools and schools for children with additional needs. Graduates work as education assistants, teacher’s aides and support workers.

Enrolment
Call 9462 6077 to arrange a pre-enrolment interview.

Nationally Recognised Training
This course is government accredited and has national recognition.

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  • Dates, times and location

    Location

    Prace
    Merrilands Community Centre
    35 Sturdee Street
    Reservoir

    Dates

    15 May 2026 - 18 December 2026

    Day

    friday

    Time

    9.15am - 3.15pm

    Study Mode

    Classroom, self-directed offsite tasks & research, remote teacher support sessions, practical placement and industry/assessment workshops.

    Classes will not run on public or school holidays. Course commencement is subject to variation, sufficient enrolments and eligibility requirements.
  • Fees

    Government Subsidised:
    Concession: $90
    Full: $450

    Non-Subsidised:
    $5850^

    ^Special consideration may apply

    + Service & Amenities Fee $10

    The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

  • Prerequisites and eligibility

    Aged 18 years and over. Moderate computer, email and internet skills. Plus digital technology access. English LLN skills at an industry entry standard.

  • Accessibility and inclusion

    Prace encourages individuals living with disability to participate in its programs and activities. All Prace training locations are wheelchair accessible.

    Prace understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation.

  • Workforce Australia

    This course counts towards Workforce Australia mutual obligation requirements.

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Reservoir

15/05/2026

26 sessions, 2 workshops & 100 hour placement

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