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Level 3 Diploma for Teaching Assistants (blended learning) – March start

at DCG, Derby · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma30 weeksPart time£2,232

What the college says

Are you passionate about developing educational opportunities for future generations? Would you like to support teachers and other professionals to improve educational opportunities for children and young people? Do you want to develop your skills and expertise in your current role and progress to become a Higher Level Teaching Assistant? If so, this is the course for you.DCG has an excellent track record for high-calibre, inclusive teaching and learning. We strive for excellence and deliver dynamic lessons to stretch and challenge. We will support and guide you with continuous professional development. Completing this programme with us gives you a nationally recognised qualification.You will have exclusive access to high-quality resources, library and career development services, as well as good links with local schools, and we offer a progression event every year so you can plan the next steps in your career.What are the benefits?You will develop secure knowledge and effective strategies to become an excellent Teaching Assistant.You will have opportunities to develop your interpersonal skills.You will develop your ICT skills.Your school will secure high-quality support for its pupils and staff.Children will benefit from effective support to maximise their potential.

What you need to get on

You must be aged 19 or over and have evidence of:At least a grade 4/C in GCSE EnglishSuitable experience as a Teaching Assistant (employed or voluntary) prior to starting the course (ideally, three months)Access to a minimum of two days per week voluntary or employed work in a supporting role in a school or educational provider setting, with the opportunity to lead small groups of children or young people. This must be in Year 1 or aboveConfidence using standard ICT applicationsAbility to work a

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?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • DERBY COLLEGE @ THE ROUNDHOUSE

    Roundhouse Road Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 March 2027 · Derby

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