2027 Qualification Pathways
In 2027, the TA Development Program will offer a Diploma-only qualification pathway.
The Certificate III in School-Based Education Support will not be offered in 2027. This decision reflects the increasing cost of Certificate III delivery, the limited number of funded Diploma places available, and the growing number of Teaching Assistants who already hold the Certificate III qualification and are awaiting progression opportunities into Diploma study.
The Certificate III pathway will be reviewed during 2027 to inform future program planning and qualification requirements from 2028 onwards.
Diploma Selection Process
A new Expression of Interest (EOI) process will not be conducted for the 2027 Diploma intake.
Instead, Diploma places will be offered to Teaching Assistants from the existing ranked waitlist established through the 2026 Diploma EOI process.
This approach:
- Recognises applicants who have already completed a comprehensive EOI process.
- Acknowledges the commitment demonstrated by applicants who have met the eligibility requirements and participated in the previous selection process.
- Reduces the need for applicants to prepare and submit a further EOI when a limited number of places are available.
- Supports a transparent and consistent allocation of available Diploma places.
Participant Selection
Available Diploma places will be offered in ranked order to eligible Teaching Assistants from the existing waitlist.
Where an applicant declines a place, withdraws from consideration, or is no longer eligible to participate, the offer will be made to the next eligible applicant on the waitlist.
Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer outlining participation requirements and study arrangements.
Communications and Offers
Applicants selected for the 2027 intake will receive a formal Letter of Offer outlining program requirements, study arrangements and acceptance timeframes.
Future Intakes
The Certificate III in School-Based Education Support is not available as part of the 2027 TA Development Program. Future qualification pathway offerings will be reviewed during 2027, with consideration given to workforce needs, participant demand and program priorities for 2028 and beyond.