Learning Mode

Work based/Traineeship Classroom (Lilydale)

Duration:

Classroom:9 Months
Work-based Traineeship:9-12 Months

Next Intake:

Classroom:July, October
Work-based Traineeship:Enrol anytime

Location:

Lilydale Campus
Workplace

Elevate Your Education Support

This course builds on key knowledge and skills in assisting teachers and students with diverse needs. Grow your understanding of individual education and behaviour plans, and learn the strategies to contribute to the planning and implementation of programs in the classroom.

You will take on additional responsibility for the health, safety and wellbeing of students through 120 hours of practical placement.

At Cire Training, we actively support students to find and complete their required placements by working in partnership with local employers and community organisations. Our dedicated team assists with preparation, placement coordination, and ongoing support to ensure students gain valuable, hands-on experience in real-world settings.

Delivery Mode and Duration

Classroom | 9 Months
Two days a week in the classroom supplemented by online activities. 120 hours of work placement is completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.
Work-based Traineeship | 9-12 Months
Monthly sessions with your trainer in the workplace to support your studies. Online learning using interactive eLearning content. Students will require a clear Police Check and a Working with Children Check for work placement.

Delivery mode and duration

Classroom | 9 months

Two days a week in the classroom supplemented by online activities. 120 hours of work placement is completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.

Work-based or Traineeship | 9-12 months

Monthly sessions with your trainer in the workplace to support your studies. Online learning using interactive eLearning content. Students will require a clear Police Check and a Working with Children Check for work placement.

Entry Requirements

Students will require:

Victorian Police Check
Working with Children Check
Moderate computer, email and internet skills.

Cire Training will assess prospective students’ existing skills, knowledge, and abilities (including Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) skills) and will identify any specific needs to ensure that their chosen course is suitable.

Career opportunities

Employment options for graduates of this course include:

Education Support Worker
Education Assistant
Learning Support Officer
Integration Aide
Teacher’s Aide
Home Tutor

Pathways

Graduates can pursue roles in mainstream and specialist schools within Australia, as well as home-based education.

This course also serves as a foundation for further study, such as:

Diploma of Education Studies

Units

Core Units

CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCECE054 – Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
CHCEDS033 – Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
CHCEDS045 – Support student mathematics learning
CHCEDS046 – Support student literacy learning
CHCEDS047 – Assist in facilitation of student learning
CHCEDS048 – Work with students in need of additional learning support
CHCEDS051 – Facilitate learning for students with disabilities
CHCEDS056 – Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
CHCEDS058 – Support the implementation of behaviour plans
CHCEDS059 – Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

Elective Units

CHCEDS042 – Provide support for e-learning
CHCEDS060 – Work effectively with students and colleagues
CHCEDS049 – Supervise students outside the classroom
HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety

*Please note elective units may vary depending upon the choice of delivery mode.

Fees

Please note the below fees are listed as the total course cost and are inclusive of the tuition, resource, and amenities fees. The student tuition fees, as published, are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

Skills First Government Subsidised Positions (Concession Card)
Tuition: $110
Amenities: $100
Textbook: $120
Uniform: $45
Total: $375

Skills First Government Subsidised Positions (Non-Concession Card)
Tuition: $550
Amenities: $100
Textbook: $120
Uniform: $45
Total: $815

Fee For Service (Non-Funded)
Tuition: $5,500
Amenities: $100
Textbook: $120
Uniform: $45
Total: $5,765

The eligibility criteria for accessing Skills First funding have changed, providing more funding options for prospective students. We encourage you to speak to an enrolment officer to understand how this may impact you.

Disclaimer: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Eligibility criteria apply. Cire Services Inc. recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs. We encourage individuals with disabilities to access government-subsidised training.

Training Organisation Identification (TOID) 4150

Categories:

Vocational Education & Training (VET) Education Support

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