Introduction to Becoming a Teaching Assistant: Fri 09:30-12:00

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

02/05/2025

Fee

£37.00

Entry requirements

Students need to be 19 years old and over to join, be a Hertfordshire resident, can attend each weekly lesson and have a minimum of level 1 in English.

Course Code

S2S261C1P

Duration

6-weeks

Location

Welwyn Garden City Campus

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

Assessment will be through individual/ group activities

About the course

This course is funded by Step2Skills for residents of Hertfordshire only. When you enrol on this course you are agreeing to complete paperwork to reflect and record your progress. Attendance is vital, so first check that you are available to attend each weekly lesson. Thinking about a supporting role within a school? Then why not take the first steps in becoming a teaching assistant by joining this six week introductory course. The course will include understanding how a school operates and the role of a teaching assistant; identify the different ways children learn and how this can be supported; explore strategies to effectively deal with behaviour issues; the importance of Safeguarding and the well-being of pupils and key legislation and practices relating to health and safety within a school environment. If you are in receipt of Universal Credit then you may be eligible for a fee reduction, to check if you meet the requirements please contact ACL on 01727 737154 or email acl@oaklands.ac.uk.

Career options

During the course guidance will be provided in applying for a role. To progress and attain a recognised qualification which includes the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

Assessment will be through individual/ group activities

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