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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Course Code

OSC1257

Become a qualified teaching assistant with this NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification from Open Study College!

  • This NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning is ideal for those just starting out in their career as a teaching assistant and already working/volunteering in a support role in a school or college.
  • Achieve a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE teaching assistant qualification.
  • Gain the work experience you need to get your career off to a strong start.
  • FREE access to the NCFE CACHE Alumni membership for two years when you enrol on your course.
  • Study at home at your own pace.

Save £1109 when you buy this course as a package

Course overview

This NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification is ideal for those looking to pursue a career as a teaching assistant and already working/volunteering in a support role in a school or college. On successful completion of your course, you will become a qualified teaching assistant.

The course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to support pupils in primary, secondary, or SEN schools with their learning. You’ll learn more about how your role can ensure the safety and protection of children and young people in the learning environment; how to monitor the development of children and young people; and how to provide an environment that supports the health and safety of children and young people.

The Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning nested qualification

OSC’s range of Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications sit within NCFE CACHE’s nested suite of courses. Students can top up their studies to achieve the full nested qualification if they desire, or study one qualification type alone. The nested qualification starts with the award, then the certificate, and finally the diploma.

Each of the courses in this nested qualification will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to work with children and young people in primary, secondary, or SEN schools, allowing you to become a fully qualified teaching assistant on completion of the course.

Course Duration

Up to one year.

Study Hours

Approximately 350 study hours and 100 placement hours.

Course Outcome

You will receive your NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

Entry Requirements

You must be aged 16 or over to enrol on this course. You must also be working or volunteering in a school or college in order to complete your work placement and provide the evidence required to achieve your qualification.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments.

Course content

Qualification Number: 603/2498/3

Extra info

Assessment

All units are internally assessed. Assessment enables the learner’s workplace practice to provide evidence for individual units as well as the whole qualification. This course requires an assessment of your practical skills within your working environment. It is essential that you secure a placement that can provide you with a suitably qualified teacher and workplace assessor who can observe you, comment on your skills and write a report to meet the assessment requirements. This direct observation will be used as evidence towards your qualification. Methods of assessment could include:

  • Direct observation of practice
  • Witness evidence when directed by the sector skills assessment strategy
  • Professional discussion
  • Reflection on own practice in real work situations
  • Written assignments

Course duration

This course will take approximately 350 hours to complete. During this course, you will also need to complete a recommended 100 placement hours. You will receive a full year to complete the course, which is a lot more time than you will need. This allows you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines.

Study method

You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to take control of your studies. You can study at your own pace from a place that suits you. All your learning materials will be posted or emailed to you online, depending on the learning method you choose. You will also receive our tutor support by email, so help is only ever a click away.

Course outcome

Upon successful completion of the course, you will achieve an NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. A certificate will be provided to you as recognition of your achievement.

With this course, you can achieve 16 UCAS points based on the grade you achieve. You can find out more about UCAS points here.

Who are NCFE CACHE?

NCFE is a leading provider of vocational and technical courses as well as an educational charity. With over 170 years of experience in providing an outstanding education experience, NCFE work with industry experts to create smarter solutions to the greatest learning needs.

They are one of the largest technical and vocational awarding bodies in the United Kingdom and their qualifications are awarded to thousands of people each year.

In 2015, CACHE (The Council for Awards in Care, Health, and Education) became a part of NCFE.

NCFE CACHE Alumni membership

Once you have enrolled on your NCFE CACHE course, you will have access to the NCFE CACHE Alumni membership for two years. NCFE CACHE Alumni is a professional membership network for those who work in the care, health, and education industries, providing valuable resources and advice for your studies when working towards/with a NCFE CACHE qualification.

What next?

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can apply for a position as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, or special educational needs assistant. Alternatively, you can also progress your studies further and complete the next stage in your level 3 nested qualification in supporting teaching and learning.

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