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Certificate of Education Support Teacher Aide

Provided by  Monash University

Course Overview

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This course gives you the skills to support students with additional learning needs in primary, secondary and specialist settings.

It will cover historical perspectives of educating students with additional needs.

You will also discover the roles, responsibilities and work conditions of Education Support Staff - Integration Aides/Teacher Aides and gain insight into the process of seeking and applying for jobs in schools.

You will also learn the following:

  • Understanding individual learning styles
  • Working as part of a team with students, families and staff members
  • Understanding and supporting the learning needs of students with:
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Learning disabilities
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Physical disabilities
    • Communication difficulties
    • Sensory impairment
    • Challenging behaviours
  • Teaching and Learning
    • Literacy
    • Numeracy
  • Engaging students in learning; Stages of Learning
  • Curriculum and the development of Individual Learning Plans.

Course Quick Look

Awarded By:
Monash University
Qualification:
Certificate
Study Mode:
On-Campus
Duration:
Day classes = six hours per day x eight days (9am - 3.30pm) or Evening classes are two 3-hour sessions per week over eight weeks (5.30 - 8.30pm).
Nationally Recognised:
NO

Career Outcomes