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Who This Is For
This course is suitable for adults who want to develop their understanding of working in schools and colleges and prepare for further training or employment.
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It may be right for you if you:
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Are interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant
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Have completed a Level 1 qualification and want to progress
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Are considering a career change into education
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Want to understand the responsibilities of supporting children and young people
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Are interested in working in a school or college support role
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Want to develop your knowledge before progressing to a practical qualification
You do not need to have completed a Level 1 qualification or have previous experience working in a school to enrol, subject to an initial assessment of your learning needs.
Your Next Steps
This course can help you progress towards further training or employment within the education sector.
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After completing this course, you could progress to:
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Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
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Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications, where entry requirements are met
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Further training in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
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Volunteering or work experience within a school or college
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Opportunities to apply for suitable school or college support roles
This qualification provides the knowledge needed to prepare for working in education. Further practical training or workplace experience may be required for certain roles.
What You'll Gain
By completing this course, you will:
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Gain a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
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Develop an understanding of working in schools and colleges
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Strengthen your knowledge of safeguarding, child development and inclusive practice
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Improve your communication and professional awareness
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Build confidence for further learning or employment
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Prepare for the next step towards a career in education
Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges
If you are interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant or working in a school or college, this Level 2 qualification will help you develop the knowledge and understanding needed to take your next step towards a career in education.
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You will explore how schools and colleges operate, how children and young people develop, and the importance of safeguarding, communication, health and safety and inclusive practice. The course will help you build confidence, strengthen your understanding of professional responsibilities and prepare for further training or employment opportunities within educational settings.
Eligibility & Funding
This course may be fully funded for eligible adults aged 19 or over.
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Eligibility criteria may vary depending on your employment status, income threshold, where you live and your individual circumstances. Our team can talk you through this and help you check whether this course is available to you.
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If you are unsure, please get in touch and we will be happy to help.
What You'll Learn
During the course, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of:
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How schools and colleges operate, including staff roles and responsibilities
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Child and young person development and factors that influence learning
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Effective communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
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Health and safety responsibilities within educational settings
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Safeguarding children and young people, including recognising and reporting concerns
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Equality, diversity and inclusion and supporting individual needs
These areas reflect the six mandatory units within the qualification.
