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Verify the QualificationThe Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is a UK OFQUAL accredited 100% online, competency-based Teaching Assistant (TA) qualification. It is suitable for all support staff roles in the school. The Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools course helps learners understand their skills when interacting directly with children and young people in the school setting. This involves learning about the development of children and young people, safeguarding their well-being, communication and professional relationship. It is ideal for learners employed in senior positions who provide assistance with learners’ growth and development in the field of education.
This Level 3 Certificate is for those who wish to become a Teaching Assistant or those working in primary, secondary or special schools as Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Mentors, Intervention and Pastoral Support Assistants, or in any other Early Years setting etc.
This Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you the best. This Level 3 course can be completed in as little as 4 weeks or up to 9 months for you to become a qualified teaching assistant. You have a great opportunity of fast-track completion earlier at the pace and time of your choice. The OFQUAL regulated Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 3 qualification is delivered through our virtual learning environment (VLE). Our online tutor support is there to facilitate you to achieve your success rate accordingly.
All units within this OFQUAL regulated Level 3 qualification are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. The assessment takes the form of written assignments, detailed guidance for which will be provided by the tutor, and witness testimony signed by your supervisor at your work place. You will receive tutor support once you are enrolled on our online VLE to assist you in reaching your goals.
Successful completion of this teaching assistant qualification enables learners to progress onto teaching qualifications such as the
he course which provides you with the opportunity to apply for QTLS status (which allows one to teach in state schools for GCSE and A-Level students).
To further heighten your career and earning potential, you could progress onto the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (and become a qualified assessor) and/or the Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices (and become a qualified IQA).
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. However, the learners must be 16 years or above to get themselves enrolled in this course
This course is assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments in addition to practical work, which is assessed in the workplace. So, a work placement is required to complete the practical tasks, which can be spread over the duration of the course.
All units in the course will be assessed through a series of written assignments submitted to and marked by your course tutor. For some units, you must provide a witness testimony to meet the assessment criteria requirement.
You will be able to:
£319
£360
£390
All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the
same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your
studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.
£367
£404
£440
All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the
same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your
studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.
Instant Access to VLE
You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.
Expert Tutor Support
Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.
Flexible Payment Plans
Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay fee in easy monthly instalments.
Accredited Certification
You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.
This course will open doors to your new career as a teaching assistant working with children in a school environment.