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Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3

at University of Derby, Derby · university

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma34 weeksPart time

What the college says

This qualification provides an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills required when working directly with children or young people in schools, colleges or special schools. The course is suitable for anyone working in roles that offer specialist support for pupils’ learning. It is suitable for teaching assistants, learning support assistants, parent support advisors, learning mentors or those in similar roles at Level 3. Learners who are not currently employed in this type of work will undertake a voluntary placement in a school or college setting in order to develop competence in both knowledge and skills.

What you need to get on

Learners will need to be working or volunteering in a practical placement within a school or college – a minimum of half a day – but a full day is preferred and recommended per week. A good standard of English, maths and ICT is required. As your programme will involve working with children, you will be required to undertake a satisfactory disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. Learners will be offered an interview to assess their suitability for the course.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • BUXTON CAMPUS

    1 Devonshire Road, Buxton, SK17 6RY

    EveningClassroom based
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