Teaching Assistants - Level 1
This qualification programme is designed to help you build the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people in a school setting. The course is aimed at mature students (aged 19 and over) who want to work in a supervised capacity across any aspect of education with children and young people aged from 5 to 19.
About the course
There are three knowledge-based units The 'knowledge' aspect will be delivered and assessed using digital platforms, software, discussions, presentations and shared active learning in college classwork sessions. Expected college time is one day per week for three months.
They are:
Understanding schools as organisations
Understanding how to keep children and young people healthy, safe and well
Understanding how to communicate with children, young people and adults
This programme has no formal entry requirements, however experience of working with children or young people in some capacity will help you gain the most from the course.
A basic understanding of computer literacy would be beneficial.
The 'knowledge' aspect will be delivered and assessed using digital platforms, software, discussions, presentations and shared active learning in college classwork sessions.
Students who successfully complete this qualification may progress to a Level 2 Certificate or straight into employment.
This course may have start dates at throughout the year (not only September).
Usually this qualification is a self-funded programme, however funding may be available depending on individual circumstances.
Please contact us for more information on start dates and funding.
The full cost for this course is approximately £282. If you are unemployed and in receipt of benefit or earning below the low wage threshold, the course is fully funded.
Please note: all quoted fees are subject to change.
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