New Zealand Certificate in Education Support and Care (Teacher Aiding) (Level 3)
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Develop the skills and knowledge to become an effective Teacher Aide or Support Worker in early childhood settings, schools, or the disability sector with the NZ Certificate in Education Support and Care (Teacher Aiding) (Level 3). Gain practical experience and build a strong foundation for entry into the education sector.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 12 weeks
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Apply professional behaviour and health and safety practices
Maintain the health, safety, and wellbeing of children in education support and care contexts.
Communicate effectively within educational settings
Demonstrate effective communication strategies with learners, teachers, families, and whanau.
Promote and apply inclusive teaching and learning practices
Utilise principles of inclusive practice to engage and support diverse learners.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Education Support and Care (Teacher Aiding) (Level 3) prepares you for entry-level roles supporting learners and teachers in a variety of education contexts. This 40-credit, distance-delivered certificate includes theoretical study and a compulsory practicum, ensuring you gain hands-on experience in education support. You'll learn about professional behaviours, health and safety, inclusive practice, human development, communication, and learner resource production, with a focus on diverse and inclusive educational environments.
Course Content
- Professional behaviour and health & safety in educational contexts
- Effective communication with learners, whanau, and colleagues
- Principles and applications of inclusive practice
- Basic knowledge of learning and human development
- Supporting students with their learning
- Resource production in education support
- Practicum involving 120 hours of supervised teaching support
What you need to know first
Completion of Placement & Supervisor Confirmation Form (practicum venue and supervisor required)
Minimum 16 years of age and NCEA Level 2 (for school leavers)
For mature applicants (20+): Demonstrated ability to succeed via prior study or sector employment
Personal commitment and belief in ability to succeed
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Early Childhood
Disability Sector
Community Support
Future employment opportunities might be
Teacher aide
Education support worker
ICT assistant
Librarian assistant
Administrator assistant in school or early childhood settings
Community support worker (disability sector)
Out of school care worker
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