Teaching and Training

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Introduction

This qualification will provide you with an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children or young people in primary, secondary or specialist schools. You will learn about children and young people’s development, safeguarding their welfare and communication. This course is suitable for teaching or learning support assistants in a school role or newly in post. Gain a teaching and learning qualification giving you the skills and confidence you need to progress your career. Appropriate school experience is required.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  2092

• Entry Criteria

  There are no formal entry qualifications. However, the following are recommended:

  • At least 16 years old

  • GCSE English (minimum D-G grades) or an equivalent Level 1

  • At least 6 months prior experience of working 2 full days a week in a school (Reception class upwards)

  • A reference from an employer or professional person to recommend you for this course

  • Confirmation of a placement within a school (Reception class upwards) for at least 2 full days a week throughout the duration of the course

  • A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

  
  Our part-time provision is designed primarily for adult students, aged 19 and over. Students aged 16 to 18 may be allowed to enrol on the course at the discretion of the Head of Admissions and Head of School. If you have any queries please contact our admissions team on 01923 812345.
• What will I study?

  This certificate will help you develop the high level of professionalism that working within schools requires. During your study you will gain new skills and knowledge that will help you in your everyday life as well as your professional work. Gaining the certificate will open up career opportunities and give you the chance to move into higher education. Suitable for teaching or learning support assistants in a school role or newly in post. Gain a teaching and learning qualification giving you the skills and confidence you need.

  You will study subjects such as:

  • Child Development

  • Equal Opportunities

  • Health and Safety

  • Supporting Learning Activities

  • Schools as Organisations

  If you are aged 24 and over, your fees for this course will be £1,405. You may be able to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Government to help with the costs for your course. More information about the loans, your eligibility and how to apply can be found on Student Finance England, Advanced learning loans.

• What can I do next?

  This course opens up a host of career opportunities and continued development in education via a Foundation Degree for Teaching Assistants. To find out more visit the National Careers Service

• Fee Info

  Fee information is not currently available for this course, contact our admissions team on 01923 812345 or admissions@westherts.ac.uk to find out more.

  
  You may be eligible for funding to assist with courses fees and costs. To find out more please contact us on 01923 812345.
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