This is a study opportunity available to TAs who have a minimum of 2-year’s classroom experience and have either fixed-term or permanent employment status with DECYP. TAs are supported by the Department while they undertake the coursework required, this includes payment of course fees.
This Certificate III study is undertaken as in-service study with TasTAFE. The assessments and learning for this qualification include gathering evidence of your knowledge and practices ‘on the job’ over four school terms (similar to building a portfolio of your work based on unit topics) and having recognition/competency conversations with the course assessor. This study pathway commences in February 2026 with the aim to complete the qualification by December 2026
Enrolment is through an Expression of Interest (EOI) process opening 20th October and closing on 12th November 2025 Only applications completed on this form will be considered.
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Learning outcomes
Successful completion results in a Certificate III in School Based Education Support (CHC30221)
Successful completion of the course provides a pathway to a Diploma in Education Support. The Diploma qualification provides Teachers Assistants with career pathways to Education Support Specialists (ESS) in the Department.