What the course leads to
What courses can I do after this?
You may wish to undertake the BA (Hons) in Childhood Studies or a Foundation Degree in Early Years in terms of further progression.
What do I need to apply
To do this course you should have...
You need to have be working or volunteering as a teaching assistant for 15 hours per week in a school. The breath of your role is important - you need to have a high level of responsibility at your school - for example responsibility for regularly planning and implementing group activities independently of the teacher. We would expect you to you will have a minimum 12 months experience in this role before embarking on this course.
You will be invited to attend an interview and will complete a literacy test as part of the interview process. Good literacy skills are important in a TA role, so occasionally we will recommend students enrol on a literacy course prior to starting this course.
Course costs
| Course Code | Start Date | Costs 16-18 | Costs 19-23 (with concessions) | Costs 19+ (no concessions) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP00313 | 04/09/2023 | £0.00 | £2225.00 | £2225.00 | |
| There is an Advanced Learner Loan available for this course. | |||||
* Please note fees are subject to change.
Costs
£2225
This course fee can be paid in instalments.
This course fee is can be covered by the Advanced Learner Loan.
Course content
Course Content
The course comprises 16 mandatory units:
Support Positive Behaviour in Children and Young People
Develop Professional Relationships with Children, Young People and Adults
Support Children and Young People During Learning Activities
Support Assessment for Learning
Support English and Maths Skills
Engage in Personal and Professional Development
Support Health and Safety in a Learning Environment
Understand How to Support Learning of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Understand How to Support Bilingual Learners
Support the Use of ICT in the Learning Environment
Schools and Colleges as Organisations
Understand How Children and Young People Develop
Support Children and Young People during Transitions
Support Children and Young People’s Speech, Language and Communication
Support the Role of Play, Leisure and Extra-Curricular Activities for Children and Young People
- Understand How to Safeguard Children and Young People
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Start Day/Time
This year's course starts in September, however it is possible to start the course at any point throughout the year. Lessons take place online every three weeks from 6-8pm on a Wednesday.
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More about the course
For more information please email neilsonc@bpc.ac.uk