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Teaching Assistant Level 3, part time evening

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

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Level 3T LevelsCertificate1 yearPart time

What the college says

This is a part time 1 year programme. This course requires you to attend college one day or one evening per week and you will need to attend your placement setting for a minimum of 150 hours per year. Throughout the course you will develop a range of skills and knowledge preparing you for progression into employment within the schools or college sector. All units are assessed internally by subject teachers. Over the 1 year duration of this course, you will cover a variety of topics that link to working with children in schools and colleges. You will undertake weekly work experience as a volunteer teaching assistant in a school or college setting, where you will gain sector specific knowledge, the opportunity to meet and work alongside experienced professionals in setting, whilst networking with other professionals. On completing the 11 units you will achieve the Certificate qualification, completion of 16 units will achieve the Diploma qualification. The Diploma is suited to individuals who are already in employment in schools or colleges. The topics covered are: * Schools as organisations. * Safeguarding, health and safety and communication. * Support English and maths skills. * Support the use of ICT in the classroom. * Supporting child development.

What you need to get on

Learners should have mathematics and/or English at grade 4 or equivalent, such as a level 2 TA qualifications. You will have the opportunity to re-sit your English and mathematics alongside your Supporting Teaching and Learning course (if you do not already have grade 4) as these will be expected for employment in schools or colleges. You will be interviewed by the subject teachers and should be enthusiastic about working with children.

How you are assessed

Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.

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

  • Beaufort Road

    Beaufort Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6NX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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