Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
CHC40225
Build a rewarding career supporting students in the classroom, with real hands-on experience along the way. This nationally recognised qualification equips you to assist with learning programs, support student wellbeing, and foster an inclusive, safe environment as a teacher aide or education support worker, with practical experience gained through your work placement. Study online with AIPC, with flexible learning, dedicated trainer support and comprehensive study resources.
This nationally recognised qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge to provide individualised learning support to students across a variety of classroom settings.
You’ll learn how to assist teachers in delivering educational programs, support students with additional needs, and foster inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environments. Graduates of this qualification are in high demand in schools and education support settings nationwide.
Study online with AIPC and gain access to experienced trainers, supportive student services, and flexible study options that fit around your life and commitments.
You are able to gain entry to the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support if you are ages 17 or over and have:
Completion of at least Year 12 (Or Equivalent) or
Completed a Certificate III Qualification in any field of study or
Have at least 3 years of sufficient life experience (work or study), if over 21 years of age.
Hold or be eligible for a Working With Children Check
The Certificate IV in in School Based Education Support is a nationally recognised training program in Australia, so you can be assured of its quality, status and integrity.
Reduced Upfront (and enjoy a substantial discount).
Fortnightly Payment Plan (take advantage of our fortnightly payment plans)
Pay via Credit Card or Direct Debit
Our Student Support Centres are located in:
Brisbane
Sunshine Coast
Gold Coast & Northern Rivers
Sydney
Melbourne
Adelaide
Perth
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Course Recognition
Why study our Certificate IV in School Based Education Support
With this qualification, you’ll be ready to take on rewarding roles supporting teachers and students in primary and secondary school environments. You’ll develop practical classroom support skills, learn how to implement behaviour and learning plans, and support students with disabilities or additional learning needs. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through your work placement, applying your learning directly in real classroom settings under professional supervision.
Career ready
When you graduate, you’ll be well prepared to step confidently into a rewarding role in education, care, or community support. Our courses are designed with strong links to industry, giving you the skills and confidence employers value most.
Extremely applicable
Our Education and Care qualifications are highly relevant for people from all walks of life. Whether you’re starting a new career or building on existing experience in childcare, education, or support services — these courses offer practical skills that make a difference every day.
Caring education specialists
We believe you’re better off learning from a specialist than a generalist. While many providers offer a wide range of unrelated courses, we focus on developing caring professionals through quality education and training in the human services sector.
Flexible learning
We understand that balancing study with work, family, and life can be challenging. That’s why our courses are designed to offer flexible, supported learning — so you can study from home, progress at your own pace, and achieve your goals your way.
Career ready
When you graduate, you’ll be well prepared to step confidently into a rewarding role in education, care, or community support. Our courses are designed with strong links to industry, giving you the skills and confidence employers value most.
Extremely applicable
Our Education and Care qualifications are highly relevant for people from all walks of life. Whether you’re starting a new career or building on existing experience in childcare, education, or support services — these courses offer practical skills that make a difference every day.
Caring education specialists
We believe you’re better off learning from a specialist than a generalist. While many providers offer a wide range of unrelated courses, we focus on developing caring professionals through quality education and training in the human services sector.
Flexible learning
We understand that balancing study with work, family, and life can be challenging. That’s why our courses are designed to offer flexible, supported learning — so you can study from home, progress at your own pace, and achieve your goals your way.
Course Outline
Work with diverse people
Learn to communicate effectively and work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering inclusion and understanding in educational settings.
Participate in workplace health and safety *
Develop the skills to contribute to a safe and healthy school environment by identifying risks, following procedures, and promoting safe practices.
Support the implementation of behaviour plans *
Learn how to assist teachers in applying behaviour support strategies to encourage positive and respectful conduct among students.
Identify and report children and young people at risk # *
Understand how to recognise indicators of abuse or neglect and take appropriate action in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.
Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures *
Build cultural competence and promote awareness and respect for First Nations histories, cultures, and perspectives within the classroom.
Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students *
Develop the ability to recognise and respond to student health and wellbeing needs while maintaining a safe school environment.
Work effectively with students and colleagues *
Learn the importance of teamwork and professional communication when supporting teachers, school staff, and students.
Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment *
Gain an understanding of the legal and ethical responsibilities that underpin professional conduct within schools and education settings.
Support student literacy learning *
Learn how to provide assistance with reading, writing, and communication skills using structured literacy support strategies.
Support student mathematics learning *
Develop strategies to support students’ numeracy development and confidence in applying mathematical concepts in practical contexts.
Work with students in need of additional learning support *
Learn how to assist students with diverse learning needs, adapting activities and materials to promote engagement and success.
Assist in facilitation of student learning *
Support the implementation of teaching and learning activities in collaboration with teachers to enhance student participation and outcomes.
Facilitate learning for students with disabilities *
Gain skills to assist students with physical, cognitive, or sensory disabilities, promoting inclusion and accessibility in the classroom.
Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder *
Learn to understand and support the unique learning, behavioural, and communication needs of students on the autism spectrum.
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships #
Build and sustain professional networks with teachers, support staff, and external services to enhance student outcomes.
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Develop reflective habits to evaluate and continually improve your skills and performance in education support.
Provide first aid in an education and care setting
Gain nationally recognised first aid certification specific to school and childcare environments. This unit is completed externally through a registered training provider.
Work Placement – Minimum of 100 hours of work placement
Apply your learning in real-world classroom settings through a supervised work placement, gaining practical experience supporting teachers and students.
Units marked with a # require the practical demonstration of skills in a simulated work environment. A variety of options are available to complete practical assessments including through private one-on-one or small group assessment (in person or online) or submitting a video recording.
Units marked with an * require completion of a work placement. The work placement involves an average of 12 hours per week in the workplace with some time spent at home completing activities that contribute to assessment.
An Assessment Book is completed for each topic, 2 practicals and a work placement are completed as part of this course.
This qualification requires the completion of HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting. Students are required to attain this through an appropriate external training organisation and provide appropriate certification to receive a Credit Transfer for this unit.
The information included in this Course Outline is indicative of the final curriculum but may not necessarily contain all units necessary for completion of the course. All assessment that you complete throughout your studies will contribute to your final award. Industry regularly reviews this qualification and the Institute is required to incorporate any changes specified during this review process. Any changes, upgrades or expansions to the curriculum will be instigated in such a way that your studies are affected as little as possible.
Progress through your course is achieved by completing each unit’s assessment book, 2 practical (by workshops, video or private assessment) and a work placement. Please contact your Student Support Centre if you have any questions about the requirements to complete your course.
You can study your course on a full-time, part-time, or self-paced basis. Indicatively, full time study of the course will take approximately 12 months. You have up to five (5) years from the date of your enrolment to complete your course.
At AIPC, we have a payment method to suit every student. If you decide to pay for your course upfront you will enjoy a substantial discount, and you can concentrate on your studies without thinking about further payments. If you would prefer to spread your payments, you can take advantage of our fortnightly payment plans over 26 fortnights.
To further assist make training as accessible as possible, we separate payment for tuition (theory elements) from that of the practical course elements. Payment for the practical elements is done as they are undertaken. See full details below.
We always strive to keep tuition as affordable as possible, opening up quality education for everyone.
Course* | Reduced Upfront Payment | Fortnightly Payment** |
|---|---|---|
Certificate IV in School Based Education Support | $2,990 | $139 |
*Total upfront course cost is $3,270, which includes tuition of $2,990, plus 2 practical sessions each of $140. The practical elements are paid as they are undertaken. They can be completed either online (via Zoom/Skype), by uploading a video demonstration, or by having a private assessor assess your skills.
**Fortnightly payments can be made by Credit Card or Direct Debit.
For over 30 years, AIPC has set the benchmark for service and support in education. We offer a complete external study support system that has been developed and refined over decades of research and continual student feedback.
Unlimited access to the Institutes Toll Free 1300 Study Assistance Line, 9am to 5pm EST Monday to Friday.
The structure of the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support ensures you graduate with sufficient practical skill so you can apply your knowledge with confidence.
Students can elect to complete the practical components through alternate means, such as a one-on-one or small group session with a private assessor. We have private assessors in numerous regional areas across Australia.
Students can also complete their practical components by video recording a demonstration of their skills. We have guidelines available to assist students compile their recordings and develop effective role plays to demonstrate their skills.
The Institute website is an extremely helpful study resource. Via the website you can access the My.AIPC Student Portal which is your link to numerous study support and e-learning functions. You can:
Download electronic versions of your workbooks
Complete your activities and upload for marking
Contact an Online Education Adviser for study assistance
Access the Knowledge Base, a massive database of the most commonly asked academic questions, categorised for particular subjects, activities and concepts
See when seminars are available in your area
Plus much more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualifies you to provide individualised learning support to students in primary, secondary and special education settings. Graduates work as teacher aides, education support workers, learning support officers and inclusion support assistants. The qualification covers 17 units and includes 100 hours of supervised placement. You’ll need to hold or be eligible for a Working With Children Check to enrol.
Yes, you’ll spend a minimum of 100 hours in a school at an average of 12 hours a week, supporting teachers and students under supervision. Most units require you to finish placement before you can be assessed on them. You’ll also complete two practical sessions, which you can do by Zoom, by uploading a video demonstration, or with a private assessor in person.
Anywhere in Australia, since we deliver the entire course online. Full-time study takes a year over 17 units, though you have up to five years from enrolment if you need longer. Our student support centres in Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, the Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth are there if you want help in person. Only your placement requires you to attend in-person sessions.
The Certificate IV in School Based Education Support has four units that will teach you how to:
Adapt activities and materials for students who need additional learning support
Facilitate learning for students with physical, cognitive or sensory disabilities
Support students on the autism spectrum with their learning, behaviour and communication
Apply the behaviour plans teachers have put in place
You’ll also study literacy and mathematics support, so you can help students who need additional support with literacy or numeracy.
The 17 units in the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support cover:
Supporting student literacy through structured reading and writing strategies
Building student numeracy and confidence with mathematical concepts
Recognising indicators of abuse or neglect and reporting them appropriately
Meeting the legal and ethical obligations that apply in a school
Encouraging understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories
Developing professional networks with teachers, support staff and external services
Reflecting on your own practice and improving it
You’ll also complete HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting through an external training organisation.
Absolutely, the Certificate IV in School Based Education Support takes you past general classroom assistance into individualised support for students with disabilities, autism and other learning needs. These skills can support your preparation for specialist education support roles working with students with additional learning needs. If you have the Certificate III in School Based Education Support, the Certificate IV is the standard next step, and those disability and autism units are the clearest difference between the two.
This course might be a good fit for you if you want to work with students who require additional or individualised learning support. You’ll need to have completed Year 12 or a Certificate III in any field to gain entry. Alternatively, you can also apply with three years of relevant life experience if you’re 21 or older. You’ll also need a Working With Children Check, so arrange yours before you apply if you don’t already have one.
Teachers plan the learning and you help deliver it. Two units cover this directly, one teaching you to support teaching activities in collaboration with the teacher, and another covering the professional communication that keeps a classroom team working well together. You’ll implement behaviour plans teachers have written rather than designing your own. Before you graduate, you’ll have a chance to demonstrate what you’ve learned during placement, where you’ll work in a real classroom under supervision to practise all of it.
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