Entry Requirements
• Minimum age of entry is 15 years of age, unless otherwise stated.
• Students must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply.
What you will need
• Access to a computer
• Reliable Internet connection
Practical Placement
The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.
Practical Placement is to be independently arranged by the student with a suitable organisation.
Practical Placement can be undertaken as part of employment or as a volunteer.
RPL & Credit Transfers
Please make us aware of any certificates or qualifications you currently hold as you may be eligible for credit transfer.
Why Choose EPEC?
An EPEC Education is More Than a Qualification
- It’s Your Winning Edge

Free Student Support
Benefit from true one-on-one support from our experienced educators and supportive admin staff via phone, live chat, or email. They are invested in your success, guiding you every step of the way with regular check-ins available at times and frequencies that suit you. You are never alone with when you study with EPEC.
Free Resubmissions
Unlike many other Registered Training Organisations, we don’t charge you to resubmit failed assessments. We want you to succeed and remove any barriers we can along the way.
BONUS - Professional Development Library Access
When you study a full qualification (Cert III and above) with EPEC, you unlock access to our exclusive $2000+ personal development library - packed with additional resources like Webinars and Industry Skill Builders (short courses) you can choose from to boost your skills, and add certificates to your portfolio that help you stand out to employers.
Units
Core Units
• CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
• CHCEDS033 Meet legal and ethical obligations in an education support environment
• CHCEDS045 Support student mathematics learning
• CHCEDS046 Support student literacy learning
• CHCEDS047 Assist in facilitation of student learning
• CHCEDS051 Facilitate learning for students with disabilities
• CHCEDS048 Work with students in need of additional learning support
• CHCEDS056 Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder
• CHCEDS058 Support the implementation of behaviour plans
• CHCEDS059 Contribute to the health, safety and wellbeing of students
• CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
• CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Elective Units
• CHCEDS060 Work effectively with students and colleagues
• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (unit must be completed at your additional cost through an external provider)