Adult Skills and Community Learning
This course is for learners who want an introductory course to working with children in a nursery or school, and who are not yet ready to start a full qualification.
It covers basic child development, the role of the childcare worker or teaching assistant, the structure of the setting, curriculum and will enable learners to decide on a path of training and employment. You'll study an entry level qualification in personal progression.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Course details
This course is delivered in three ways:
Classroom based
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5 weeks of 3 hours a week
Online delivery
- 5 weeks. 1 x 1.5 hr online session plus individual tutor interactions
- 60 - 120 minutes of homework tasks to be completed each week
- Individual tutor interactions as needed
Distance learning
- Individual workbooks and tasks posted each week with telephone/ text/ email support from a tutor.
Course fees
This course is free
How to apply
Contact us online for more information or to book your place.
What you can do next
- Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning
- Level 3 diploma in supporting teaching and learning
For more information
Call (01226) 775270 or 07385 399853
What our learners say
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The course gave me the confidence to work in a nursery and be good at my job.
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It has given me the confidence to look for other work opportunities that I wouldn't have considered before.
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It has helped me to decide what I would like to do in the future!
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I have been able to apply for Teaching Assistant jobs and feel confident doing so.
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My teaching assistant course was a great experience. I can't wait to continue at Level 3.
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