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Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Education Worker

OSCA 432931·ANZSCO 422111

Employed

1,800

Part-time share

52.3%

Female share

72.9%

Median age

42 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Education Worker is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate IV in Teaching an Australian First Nation's Language, Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education, and Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education.

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There is no single national fee or length for training that leads to Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Education Worker. Each provider sets its own price, study mode, and entry rules. Those rules can include past study, an English level, work experience, or an interview. Check the AQF level, and whether you study in Australia or online, before you enquire.

About this career

Assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in their education, and supports cultural awareness and community engagement. Provides feedback to parents or guardians and teachers about students' progress, and liaises with educational bodies, government agencies and committees.

What they typically do

  • Advises on cultural protocols on observing the cultural diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in all school activities, including excursions
  • Identifies and develops resources to support the learning outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Coordinates the delivery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages and cultures lessons
  • Acts as a liaison between the community and the school to develop education programs that are relevant to both educational and cultural needs
  • Assists in the development and implementation of personalised learning plans for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Promotes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander celebrations within schools
  • Leads cultural group experiences with students

Where they work

Education and Training

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
29.1%
WA
22.1%
QLD
17.2%
NT
12.9%
SA
11.8%
VIC
4.7%
TAS
1.3%
ACT
1.1%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Education Worker.

  • Certificate IV in Teaching an Australian First Nation's Language

    11391NAT · AQF 4 · 2 providers

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  • Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education

    11212NAT · AQF 3 · 1 providers

    View qualification
  • Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education

    11214NAT · AQF 5 · 1 providers

    View qualification