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Education Aide (NSW/ACT)

State/Territory Specific Information

Education and Training:

You can work as an education aide without formal qualifications, but employers usually require at least Year 10. You will probably get some informal training on the job. Entry to this occupation may be improved if you have qualifications. You may like to consider a VET qualification in education support. Some courses provide training in specific education areas such as science, food or information technology. As subjects and prerequisites can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for further information. You may be able to study through distance education.

Additional Information:

To work in schools in NSW, it is necessary to obtain a Working with Children Check issued by the NSW Commission for Children and Young People. In the ACT, the Children and Young People Commissioner is in the process of introducing safety checks for people who work with children. A police clearance may also be required.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

  1. Education Support - Teacher's Aide - Special
  2. Investigating Aboriginal Cultures *
  3. Investigating Aboriginal Issues - Historical and Contemporary *
  4. Certificate III in Business Administration - Education *
  5. Certificate III in Design Fundamentals *
  6. Certificate III in Education Support *
  7. Certificate III in Education Support - Aboriginal *
  8. Certificate IV in Education Support *
  9. Diploma of Education Support
  10. Certificate in Educational Studies *
  11. Associate Degree in Classroom Support - Primary
  12. Associate Degree in Indigenous Education
  13. Bachelor of Educational Studies

Employment Opportunities:

Education aides are employed in government and non-government primary and secondary schools and colleges. The hiring of support staff is usually done by the school's principal. Jobs may be full time or part time. Positions are mainly advertised in metropolitan newspapers.

For Further Information:

Teach NSW

1300 300 498

Information for other states and territories: