ITAC's CHC30213 Certificate III in Education Support is the introductory teacher aide course for anyone seeking employment as a support worker in an Australian school. Graduates of ITAC's CHC30213 Certificate III in Education Support are able to provide support to teachers and students by applying a range of teaching and learning strategies under the direction of their teacher. They also employ basic behaviour management techniques and assist the teacher with the operational and logistical needs of the classroom.
ITAC’s CHC30213 Certificate III in Education Support covers all of the essential, practical and research-based techniques, strategies and skills required to effectively contribute to students’ learning and development. This includes best practice questioning techniques, feedback skills, one-on-one instruction, small group work, literacy and numeracy strategies, play-based learning and metacognitive skills.
Learners who undertake the CHC30213 Certificate III in Education Support by distance or class-based mode complete a series of theory assessments as well as a placement in a local school. All of ITAC’s courses are fully supported, structured and self-paced which is perfect for busy adult learners who need understanding, flexibility and a range of support services.
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In today’s busy and demanding world, adult learners are looking for more flexible ways to gain qualifications, increase their job prospects and improve their earning potential. Gone are the days where students can afford to spend 20 or 30 hours per week in classroom. Advances in technology now allows students to access high quality and engaging resources in their own home.
Many students prefer to study their course without coming into class on a regular basis. This is commonly referred to as distance learning but can also be called external, online, blended or flexible learning. These terms are very similar and generally mean that:
Flexible learning (also called blended learning) is a combination of class and distance and is where a student attends some online learning and some class based learning. There are many reasons why students choose to study by distance:
Many courses have a work placement requirement such as aged care and child care regardless of which mode of study selected however this is usually completed in the local area.
Even though students are not attending classes, they are still able to access support services including:
The online portal is a structured learning pathway. This means that students work though activities and assessments in a structured manner. This structure is easy to follow and explained step by step. Each topic has instructions on how to complete that particular topic. Resources in the portal generally include:
Online learning is becoming more and more popular each year and many courses now enrol more online students than class based students.
If you would like more information please speak to one of our student advisors or you can enrol using our online enrolment form at itac.edu.au
Class based learning is a popular study mode and is great for students who have not studied for a long period of time, who live closer to the training location or who simply enjoy being in class. We always recommend enrolling in a class based mode where possible as students who attend classes are typically more successful.
In today’s busy and demanding world, adult learners are looking for more flexible ways to gain qualifications, increase their job prospects and improve their earning potential. Gone are the days where students can afford to spend 20 or 30 hours per week in a classroom. Advances in technology now allows students to access high quality and engaging resources in their own home.
Flexible learning (also called blended learning) is a combination of class and distance and is where a student attends some online learning and some class based learning. Class based learning with ITAC involves the following:
Students tell us that they enjoy being in class for two main reasons:
Firstly, because they can easily ask questions and trainers can help students when stuck. Note that many courses have online lectures (recorded in class) for distance students.
Secondly, students enjoy the social aspect of class based learning: swapping stories, talking about the course and helping each other along the way. Many students make new friends and study together outside of class time.
There are many reasons why students choose a flexible class based study mode:
Many courses have a work placement requirement such as aged care and child care regardless of which mode of study selected however this is usually completed in the local area.
Even though students are attending classes, they are still able to access support services including:
The online portal is a structured learning pathway. This means that students work though activities and assessments in a structured manner as directed by their trainer. This structure is easy to follow and explained step by step. Each topic has instructions on how to complete that particular topic. Resources in the portal generally include:
Flexible learning is becoming more and more popular as people become busier.
If you would like more information please speak to one of our student advisors or you can enrol using our online enrolment form at itac.edu.au
Education Assistants work in schools such as kindergartens, primary schools, high schools and special needs centres.
Education Assistants work under the guidance and instruction of teachers. They can work with a single student for most of the day or float in a class or a number of classes helping many different students.
Education Assistants or EAs for short can also be called integration aides, teacher aides, support workers, teacher assistants, Aboriginal and Indigenous Education Officers or AIEOs, Home Economic Assistants, or school support officers.
Some of the main tasks of an EA includes:
Education Assistants are most often employed to work with students who need additional support in learning or due to a disability or behavioural issues.
EAs may also work in specialist positions such as in literacy programs or youth at risk programs.
To obtain work as an EA you will need to have the following:
Education Assistants undertake many community service work tasks including but not limited to:
Education assistants often work with children with disabilities including but not limited to:
It is generally easy to find casual and part time work as an education assistant by putting your name down at all schools in your local area. This often leads to more permanent employment. Many education assistants work part time.
When looking for work, don’t forget special needs schools which are schools within the main school that even have their own Principal, teachers and administration staff.
Over 90% of people who enrol in a course to become an education assistant are female and are often mothers who are looking for family friendly work hours.
Depending on the course and level, education assistants learn the following:
Working in the education sector is challenging, rewarding and is a never ending learning curve. Rarely will you be bored working as an education assistant as each day presents a new challenge.
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