NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
Introduction to the Level 2 Teaching Assistant Certificate
This Level 2 Certificate programme will provide a good foundation for those who are looking to begin a career as a teaching assistant. In order to excel in this role, it is vital to be aware of the way you can effectively support the younger generation through early development, specifically those attending school or college. This is explored in the NCFE CASHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning, developed by College of Contract Management.
This course will prepare you with the necessary knowledge and skills required to become an efficient teaching assistant when working with children and young adults whilst, simultaneously encouraging positive behaviour, communication, and professional relationships as taught on the course.
Upon successful completion of this programme, the certificate received will be a great addition to your CV as it will highlight your capability and professional skills to be able to perform well in a school environment. It will equip you with the ability to thrive in primary, secondary or special schools as well as colleges. If you are interested in accelerating your career further, enrol onto the Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning course to extend your knowledge.
Key Benefits
There are multiple benefits that come with taking this course. Some include:
- Excellent way to begin your career as a teaching assistant.
- Give yourself an edge over other candidates in the job market.
- The course will prepare you for the workplace to help you to avoid beginner mistakes.
- Impress your employer and above all build your confidence as a professional.
- Online learning means you then don’t need to travel.
- Our lectures are live so you can speak to your lecturer during the lesson. You can also discuss topics with your classmates, giving you the benefits of a classroom from home.
- If you miss a lecture, you can watch a recording of it later, at a time that suits you.
- We generally schedule our live online lectures at weekends to suit your schedule.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to take this course however, you must be at least 16 years of age.
Course Content
This Level 2 Teaching Assistant Certificate consists of 11 mandatory units.
- 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
Method of Delivery
Course Delivery
- Following the payment, we will give you access to Moodle which will be your course hub. From Moodle you can access your lectures, lecture recordings, timetable, course materials and messages.
- Additionally, we will also send you a link every week to the latest live online lecture.
- Your lecturer will then deliver interactive live online lectures using shared-screen software.
- You are able to speak to your classmates during the lecture then add them as Friends on Moodle.
- Finally, you will be set a series of assessments after each Unit.
Assessment
All units will consist of internal assessments ranging from written assignments to designing diagrams or setting up an information board, which are then submitted to be marked.
Assessments are put in place to ensure that the student is confident once completing the course and provides evidence of competency.
Period of Study
- You can complete this Level 2 Certificate in 4 months
- Total guided learning hours: 225 hours
- Total qualification time: 321 hours
- Course format: Online Live lectures
- Assignments:
Fee
The total cost for the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning course is £680.
Alternatively, you may choose a monthly payment plan.
- Monthly Direct Debit
Monthly Direct Debit Payment Plan: £ upfront fee and £ x 4 months (Starting from Month 1 to Month 4 inclusive).
However, paying in full offers you a discounted price compared to the monthly payment plan.
Additional Information
The start date of your chosen course will vary depending on your enrolment date, moreover the enrolment date is the date of your full payment. A certificate will also be issued once you have successfully completed the course.
Please do not hesitate to contact the College by email or phone if you have further questions regarding this course.