Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers in a range of education settings including public and independent schools and community education settings that provide assistance and support to teachers and students under broad based supervision.
Some jurisdictions may require specialist skill development and supervision by qualified teachers to address specific job roles.
Some job roles may require the education support worker to complete work external to the immediate education environment e.g. in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
Occupational titles may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 14 units are required for award of this qualification including:
A range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
CHCCHILD301A Support behaviour of children and young people
CHCEDS301A Comply with legislative , policy and industrial requirements in the education environment
CHCEDS303A Contribute to student education in all developmental domains
CHCEDS312A Work with diversity in the education environment
CHCEDS313B Communicate with students
CHCEDS314B Work effectively in an education team
CHCEDS316B Comply with school administrative requirements
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking education support work need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.
Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people
Group B elective - required in some jurisdictions for reporting of child abuse
The following elective is required in some jurisdictions to meet legislative requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse:
CHCCHILD401A Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following grouping of relevant electives is provided to facilitate selection and does not necessarily reflect workplace requirements. Electives may be selected from one or more groups. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
The selection of electives should be guided by the type of service delivery and the setting.
Literacy and numeracy electives
CHCEDS305A Support the development of reading skills
CHCEDS306A Support the development of writing skills
CHCEDS307A Support the development of numeracy skills
CHCEDS308A Support the development of oral language skills
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language , literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
Electives for work with students with disabilities
CHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCEDS335A Support students with additional needs in the classroom environment
CHCEDS330A Support learning for students with disabilities in a classroom environment
Electives for Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander Education Worker
CHCEDS317A Communicate with parents , students and colleagues in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander language
CHCEDS318A Work effectively as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander education worker
CHCEDS403A Promote and implement Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander language and culture programs
CHCEDS404A Liaise with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community re education program
Home tutor electives
CHCCN301B Ensure the health and safety of children
CHCCN302A Provide care for children
CHCEDS305A Support the development of reading skills
CHCEDS306A Support the development of writing skills
CHCEDS307A Support the development of numeracy skills
CHCEDS319A Search and assess online information
CHCEDS320A Set up and sustain individual and small group learning areas
CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children
CHCRF301E Work effectively with families to care for the child
HLTFA302B Provide first aid in remote situation (Note pre -requisite : HLTFA301C)
CHCFC502A Foster physical development in early childhood
CHCFC512A Foster physical development in middle childhood
Education support electives
CHCCS312A Use electronic learning materials
CHCCS411B Work effectively in the community sector
CHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCDIS411A Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies
CHCEDS302A Facilitate implementation of planned educational programs
CHCEDS304A Contribute to organisation and management of classroom or centre
CHCEDS330A Support learning for students with disabilities in a classroom environment
CHCEDS331A Contribute to the health and safety of students
CHCEDS335A Support students with additional needs in the classroom environment
CHCEDS319A Search and assess online information
CHCEDS320A Set up and sustain individual and small group learning areas
CHCEDS321A Use an e -learning management system
CHCEDS322A Support students with English as a second language
CHCEDS323A Support development of student research skills
LMFFT4011B Purchase materials and consumables
First Aid
In some jurisdictions , it is a condition of employment that Education Support Workers are competent in basic first aid . Candidates and employers should clarify specific jurisdiction requirements for first aid .
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTFA302B Provide first aid in remote situation (Note pre -requisite : HLTFA301C)
Information technology electives
BSBITU201A Produce simple word processed documents
BSBITU202A Create and use spreadsheets
BSBWOR204A Use business technology
ICAU1128B Operate a personal computer
ICAU1130B Operate a spreadsheet application
ICAU1132B Operate a presentation package
ICAU1133B Send and retrieve information using web browsers and email
ICPMM263C Access and use the internet
Oral health
CHCOHC303A Use basic oral health screening tools
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support and encourage clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
