The coursework commences in February 2026 (Semester 1 of the UTAS academic year) with the aim to complete the qualification by July 2027. There are 8 units to be completed, however if a TA holds a Certificate III in Education Support, a credit of up to 2 units may be considered resulting in only 6 units of study to complete the Diploma.
Participating TAs are supported by the Department while they undertake the coursework required. This includes course fees and release during work hours to attend a weekly tutorial.
Learning outcomes
Successful completion of the qualification results in a Diploma in Education Support.
The Diploma course provides a pathway on to the Associate Degree in Education Support, which is recognised as the first year of a Bachelor of Education.
Application is through an Expression of Interest (EOI) process opening Monday 20th October closing on 12th November 2025. Only applications completed on this form will be considered.
EOI-Diploma-Education-Support.docx
More information: workforce.development@decyp.tas.gov.au