Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Course Code: ASC133
Award Level 4, Similar to - NVQ Level 4

This higher level teaching assistant course covers three main areas. These are:

Professional attributes - These set out the altitudes, values and commitment expected of HLTAs
Professional knowledge and understanding - These set out the knowledge and skills needed by HLTAs to be able to work effectively with teachers as part of the professional team supporting learning
Professional skills - These set out the expectations for planning, monitoring, managing and evaluating learning within the framework of guidance and supervision agreed with the assigned teacher and in accordance with arrangement made by the headteacher of the school.

There is a mixture of question types requiring a range of responses, including; descriptive answers or the completion of practical activites. A work placement is not required to complete this course. If you are not currently working with children, you will find that wherever possible the questions are structured to provide you with alternative means of answering them.

All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by phone and email.

There is up to one year to complete this course, so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

There is an ever increasing demand for teaching assistants and the job is often found to be a thoroughly fulfilling and personal experience.

The starting salary for a Teaching Assistant ranges from around £11,000 to £16,000. A Higher Level Teaching Assistant could earn up to £18,000 a year. A fully-qualified FE Teacher can earn between £22,000 and £33,000 a year. - C&Q Qualification Guide 2009.

Achieve your dream career and equip yourself with the skills you need for your long term success. Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!

Course Content

Communication and positive relationships
Curriculum, planning and assessment
Child development
Personal professional development
Equality and diversity and inclusion

Assessment

The Teaching Assistant course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There are also some practical activities that will need to be completed. Don't worry if you are not currently working with children, you will find that the questions are structured so there is an alternate means of answering them. With this in mind, you may want to speak to your local school regarding voluntary placements.

Course Duration

Students may register and start the home learning course at any time and have a full year to complete their studies. The course will take around 360 hours of study to complete.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by telephone, mail and email. We also supply you with a stationary pack and study bag. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 4 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (in which case GCSE's are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).

This award has been designed to meet specific learners' or employers' requirements. Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE.

You can read more about NCFE and our awarding bodies here: Awards

Course Questions and Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide you with a full 12 months to complete your home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines – this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Student record bag
Pen
Mouse mat
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Personal tutor support
Assignment marking and feedback
Accreditation

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

Your certification is issued based on your coursework alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price! We even send a stationery pack and bag out to you.

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

You will send your work back to your personal course tutor. Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certification.