The course aims to enable learners to understand the roles and responsibilities of those involved in supporting teaching and learning in schools. It prepares students to support the Teacher and the delivery of curriculum within a school, as well as developing skills to help children and young people to develop self-esteem, independence and to acquire the skills of learning. Fully recognised & accepted by OFSTED.
This course also helps to further develop professional and technical skills and knowledge and aims to deliver an understanding of the importance of positive relationships within a school. It will develop your knowledge and understanding of all the critical areas you need in a school setting, including the safeguarding of children, communication skills, and understanding the school context and environment.
Learners will complete 4 units of study as listed below.
Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
Schools as organisations
Understand how to safeguard the well-being of children and young people
Understand child & young person development
Entry Requirements
There are no previous qualifications required. However, students looking to enrol onto this course should meet the following criteria:
Be aged 16 Years or above
Possess a solid knowledge of the English language
Have access to a PC and the internet for the duration of the whole course
Basic computer skills: e.g. Word processing, emailing, uploading documents etc
Have a genuine desire to succeed
Students do not require a placement to complete this course.
Course Duration
This course comes with 12 months of support included:
Guided Learning Hours (GLH) – 80 Hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) – 120 Hours
On average, learners will complete this course within 4 months.
Our Policy
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