TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Get a head start on your teaching career with this entry-level qualification. This course is available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and is offered to both high school students and adult learners.
This course will teach you essential skills in education support including supporting students with developmental issues, assisting with activity sessions, and guiding responsible behaviour in a safe and supportive environment. You'll also learn how to use educational strategies to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education such as developing Indigenous language and culture lessons, producing work that expresses Indigenous identity, and communicating with parents, students and colleagues in Indigenous language.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to seek work as a qualified teaching assistant. You will also be able to take advantage of our pathway options and apply to progress into a Bachelor of Education at James Cook University.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Cairns, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education will prepare you for the following roles.
Teacher's Assistant
A Teacher's Assistant works in primary and secondary schools to help teachers deliver classroom lessons. You might work with a small group of stude...
Teacher's Aide
A Teacher's Aide works alongside teachers in primary and high schools to deliver learning programs to a range of students. You might assist teacher...
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker
An Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker supports Indigenous students during their school activities. You might assist individual...
Learning Support Officer
A Learning Support Officer works alongside teachers in primary and high schools to deliver learning programs to a range of students. You might assi...
Education Assistant
An Education Assistant provides help to teaching staff in a school or other educational setting. You might assist with classroom activities or work...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
