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About the course
This Certificate IV in School Based Education Support develops practical skills to support teachers and students in a school environment. You’ll learn to assist learning activities, provide support for students with diverse needs, and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning setting. Delivered on campus at RMIT’s Melbourne City campus, the qualification is designed for people seeking entry-level work in education support roles in schools. The programme develops classroom assistance skills, child development knowledge, and educational support practice.
Career outcome
Graduates may work in education support roles within primary or secondary school settings, assisting teachers with classroom activities and helping students engage with learning. Typical job titles include teacher aide, integration aide, teacher assistant, education aide, home tutor, or education assistant (special needs). This Certificate IV provides vocational preparation for school-based support work in the education and teaching sector. Preparing graduates for teacher aide, early childhood support, and education assistant roles, or degree articulation.
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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
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