Get the skills and knowledge you need to support teachers and students in a range of education settings as a qualified Teacher Assistant.
This course will equip you with the skills you need to work effectively with students to support their learning, and the opportunity to get hands-on experience through a 100-hour (minimum) work placement in a school environment. You’ll learn how to assist teachers in implementing planned educational programs for students and obtain valuable experience in supporting the development of students’ literacy, numeracy, and oral language skills. You’ll also learn how to support responsible student behaviour and students in need of additional learning support.
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Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
4A Bounty Street, Warrane 7018
54A Alanvale Road, Newnham 7248
20-36 Valley Road, Devonport 7310
41-43 Mooreville Road, Burnie 7320
Entry Requirements
There are no formal academic requirements
For entry applicants must show evidence that they have a Registered Working with Vulnerable People Card (RWVP) or a receipt that the applicant has applied for a RWVP card. A RWVP card is a requirement of the National Quality Framework Regulations for Early Education environments (if a receipt is used as evidence the card must be shown as evidence prior to stating the course).
You will be required to undertake the Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) to confirm you have the required Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills to work at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) exit level 2 or higher. Account details and instructions will be sent to you within 24 hours of applying. If you have previously undertaken the Literacy and Numeracy Assessment – we will review your results and notify you if further action is required.
Course fees
Course fee
$9,410
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This course will prepare you for the following roles.
About TasTAFE
TasTAFE is a not-for-profit government business that operates under the TasTAFE (Skills and Training Business) Act 2021.
It is the largest public provider of vocational education and training in Tasmania and is governed by a Board consisting of up to seven members appointed by the Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth.
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