CHC40225

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Take the next step in your career in education with this intermediate level qualification. Progress your understanding of how to support teachers and students in the classroom.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Sunshine Coast Wide Bay Burnett

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 11 Jan 2027 Duration: Average course duration 18 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$2,280

Subsidised

$3,115

Full Fee

$5,885

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Course overview

Take the next step in your career in education by adding to your foundation knowledge with this intermediate qualification. This course is perfect for people looking to progress their career as a teacher aide, working in public or private schools.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service the number of people working as teacher aides is expected to see very strong growth in the coming years. This is a very large occupation with around 85,000 job openings expected over the next five years.

This course gives you the skills needed to support students in literacy and numeracy, the specific learning needs of individual students, and to work with students with a disability. Our highly-experienced team of industry professionals will give you the tools you need to support students and teachers in the classroom setting.

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as a teacher aide across various school settings. It will also give you the skills you need to undertake further studies in education.

What can I do?

Education Support Officer
Teacher Assistant
Teacher Aide
School Learning Support Officer
School Services Officer
Integration Aide
Special Needs Teacher Aide
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Officer
Outside School Hours Care Assistant
Paraprofessional Educator

Course outcome:

CHC40225 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Strong industry connections

Our strong relationships and industry connections with schools from prep to year 12 will give you experience across a whole range of educational settings. As well as practical, hands-on training, our students get the chance to meet potential employers before they graduate.

Fee-Free TAFE

The career of your dreams could be within reach with Fee-Free TAFE. Limited Fee-Free TAFE places remain for eligible 2026 intakes, helping you focus on your studies, not your finances, while gaining the industry-relevant skills employers are looking for. Eligibility criteria and availability apply. Learn more

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 100 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
UNIT NAME
Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE
CHCECE054

Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures

UNIT CODE :
CHCECE054

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify different perspectives on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures, develop an understanding of the local and broader cultural contexts, and use the identified information to embed culturally appropriate experiences, interactions, behaviours and physical environments into daily practice with children.
UNIT NAME
Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS033

Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS033

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and comply with legislation, policy and industrial instruments that relate to the education support worker role in school settings.
UNIT NAME
Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS045

Support student mathematics learning

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS045

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work with teachers to support primary or secondary students to develop mathematics skills in number and algebra, measurements and geometry, and statistics and probability as included in current curriculum documents.
UNIT NAME
Support student mathematics learning

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS046

Support student literacy learning

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS046

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work with teachers to support primary or secondary students to develop literacy skills, including oral language, reading and writing skills. It includes the ability to develop literacy resources.
UNIT NAME
Support student literacy learning

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS047

Assist in facilitation of student learning

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS047

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to facilitate and monitor student learning according to principles of practice used in a school.
UNIT NAME
Assist in facilitation of student learning

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS048

Work with students in need of additional learning support

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS048

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to contribute to the planning and implementation of strategies to support students who have challenges that may limit their access to the curriculum and its outcomes.
UNIT NAME
Work with students in need of additional learning support

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS051

Facilitate learning for students with disabilities

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS051

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work inclusively, and contribute to the planning and implementation of learning support strategies for students with disabilities.
UNIT NAME
Facilitate learning for students with disabilities

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS056

Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS056

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to provide support to students who have educational needs associated with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
UNIT NAME
Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS058

Support the implementation of behaviour plans

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS058

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to support the implementation of behaviour plans within a school. It includes developing an understanding of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
UNIT NAME
Support the implementation of behaviour plans

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS059

Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS059

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement work health and safety policies and procedures to support the health, safety and wellbeing of students in an educational environment.
UNIT NAME
Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students

UNIT CODE
CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

UNIT CODE :
CHCPRP003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development.
UNIT NAME
Reflect on and improve own professional practice

UNIT CODE
CHCPRT025

Identify and report children and young people at risk

UNIT CODE :
CHCPRT025

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify children and young people who are at risk and report in line with legislative requirements. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.
UNIT NAME
Identify and report children and young people at risk

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS035

Contribute to student education in all developmental domains

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS035

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to support the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of students with a focus on the inclusion of all students.
UNIT NAME
Contribute to student education in all developmental domains

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS042

Provide support for e-learning

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS042

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare for, implement and review student e-learning in the context of a pre-arranged course or program.
UNIT NAME
Provide support for e-learning

UNIT CODE
CHCEDS049

Supervise students outside the classroom

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDS049

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to supervise students in school grounds and community settings during sporting, recreational and other activities outside the classroom environment.
UNIT NAME
Supervise students outside the classroom

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.
UNIT NAME
Participate in workplace health and safety

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Bracken Ridge On campus with some online	27 Jan 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Bracken Ridge On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Mt Gravatt On campus with some online	27 Jan 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Mt Gravatt On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Bracken Ridge On campus with some online	12 Apr 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Bracken Ridge On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Mt Gravatt On campus with some online	12 Apr 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Mt Gravatt On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question

	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba On campus with some online	27 Jan 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online	01 Feb 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 01 Feb 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online	11 Apr 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online	14 Apr 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online	12 Jul 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Jul 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online	14 Jul 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online	06 Oct 2027	9 months	Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Mooloolaba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 06 Oct 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week plus 1 day of placement Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online	11 Oct 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Nambour On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 Oct 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Monday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question

	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Hervey Bay On campus with some online	27 Jan 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online	28 Jan 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online	02 Feb 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 02 Feb 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online	13 Apr 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 13 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online	14 Apr 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online	15 Apr 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 15 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online	13 Jul 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 13 Jul 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online	14 Jul 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online	15 Jul 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 15 Jul 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online	05 Oct 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Gympie On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 05 Oct 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online	06 Oct 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Hervey Bay On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 06 Oct 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online	07 Oct 2027	1 year	Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Bundaberg On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week on campus plus a 2 hour compulsory Zoom session Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question

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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed	11 Jan 2027	Average course duration 18 months	Part time 1 cluster per intake	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Online self-directed Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Average course duration 18 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 cluster per intake The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Online with on campus practical training (Mt Gravatt)	27 Jan 2027	1 year	Part time 2 nights per week	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Online with on campus practical training (Mt Gravatt) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 nights per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question
Online with on campus practical training (Mt Gravatt)	12 Apr 2027	1 year	Part time 2 nights per week	Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.	Apply Ask a question
Online with on campus practical training (Mt Gravatt) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 12 Apr 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2 nights per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $2,280 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,115 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $5,885 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Apply Ask a question

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Certificate IV in School Based Education Support (CHC40225)

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Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

COURSE CODE: CHC40225

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 3 in English, 3 in Maths and 3 in Digital Technology.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Selection criteria

Greater Brisbane Region

Online with on campus practical training (Mt Gravatt): Only available to students who reside in the Greater Brisbane area.

Resources required

You must have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You may be required to purchase uniform items, including TAFE Queensland branded items. These details, if required, will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. The purchase of these uniform items may incur additional costs up to the value of $25.

Placement

If you are not currently employed in industry, during your course you will be required to complete 100 hours of Placement to satisfy this component of your qualification and start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. Your Placement will be conducted in line with school hours and activities and will be approximately 6 hours per day.

To successfully satisfy all course requirements you will be required to apply for a Blue Card. Vaccinations may be required by the owner or operator of the facility providing your placement.
Please see Placement information for community services.

Online self-directed
Students are required to undertake continuous placement throughout their studies, commencing from the start of the course and continuing until its completion. It is recommended that students attend placement at least one (1) day per week for the entire duration of their course to ensure consistent learning and practical application of skills. Block placement at the beginning or end of studies, is not suitable for online self-directed study.

Important information

Those students who have a medical contraindication may be unable to complete the Placement component of their course. This means you may not be able to meet all of the requirements of your course and may not be able to graduate or receive your qualification.

Order of Study

Online self-directed
When studying Online self-directed it is strongly recommended students follow the order of study and enrol in no more than two units per intake or the units required to complete one cluster/stage, unless otherwise advised.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

For International students

International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Start your career in education with this entry-level course that will give you the foundation skills you need to get you into the classroom sooner.

Careers

Education Support Officer
School Learning Support Officer
Teacher Assistant
Teacher Aide
School Services Officer
Integration Aide
Special Needs Teacher Aide
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Officer
Outside School Hours Care Assistant
Paraprofessional Educator

Part Time : Average course duration 18 months

Next Start : 11 Jan 2027

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Strong industry connections

Fee-Free TAFE

Core units

Elective units

Bracken Ridge

Bracken Ridge

Mt Gravatt

Mt Gravatt

Bracken Ridge

Bracken Ridge

Mt Gravatt

Mt Gravatt

Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Nambour

Nambour

Nambour

Nambour

Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Nambour

Nambour

Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Nambour

Nambour

Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay

Bundaberg

Bundaberg

Gympie

Gympie

Gympie

Gympie

Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay

Bundaberg

Bundaberg

Gympie

Gympie

Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay

Bundaberg

Bundaberg

Gympie

Gympie

Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay

Bundaberg

Bundaberg

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Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Skills check

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

For International students

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate III in School Based Education Support

Careers