The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning a course for students aged 19+.
It is aimed at learners aiming to work in roles that support pupils’ learning in primary, secondary or special schools, as well as colleges. It is designed to provide students with an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school or college environments.
It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people’s development, supporting children and young people’s positive behaviour and communication and professional relationships. It is aimed at students working in roles that support pupils’ learning in primary, secondary or special schools, as well as colleges.
Students will need to be working or on a practical placement for the duration of the course in a learning environment (school or college), as they need to show competence in both skills and knowledge.
Key Information
Course Level
Level 2
Duration
This is a part-time course over one year. Students are required to attend class for 2 hours per week in addition to work placement. Much of the coursework will therefore be completed independently away from the class environment.
Units covered on the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning:
– Understand schools and colleges as organisations
– Understand children and young people’s development
– Safeguarding children and young people
– Equality, diversity and inclusion in a learning environment for children and young people
– Maintain relationships with children and young people
– Support the health and safety of children and young people
– Support positive behaviour in a learning environment for children and young people
– Contribute to teamwork in a learning environment
– Understand children and young people’s play and leisure
– Promote an effective learning environment
– Provide displays in a learning environment
Students can progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning (not currently offered at North Lindsey College), or directly into the workforce as a level 2 teaching assistant.
Financial Support
Depending on your situation, you may be able to access a range of financial support available.
Course Fees
UK
We do not currently have fee information available for this course. Please contact us for further information.
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Information for EU Students
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