Level 2 Award In Support Work in Schools and College's

This course is perfect for anyone looking for a career as a teaching assistant or an educational support role in a school or college setting including: administrative roles, site support roles, technical roles and volunteers, as well as roles that work directly with children and young people in the learning environment.

What does this qualification cover?

The Level 2 Award In Support Work in Schools and College's consists of the essential elements required to know in the education sector such as: how to communicate and develop relationships with children and adults in an educational environment, as well as how to safeguard children and young people in the setting among other units of study.

Who is it suitable for?

The qualification is aimed at a range of learners, including young people, mature learners, learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language, who are thinking of working in a school or college setting.

What are the entry requirements?

Learners must be at least 16 years old and have a competent level of English. 

How is this qualification structured?

To achieve the Award the learner must complete 6 mandatory units.

How is it assessed?

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods, which could include written assignments or tasks such as designing a leaflet or booklet, charts or diagrams, or setting up an information board.

How long will it take to complete this qualification?

The Award can usually be completed in 6 months or less depending on the speed of your learning (We have learners completing within 3 Months).

Do you need to be working to take this qualification?

This is a knowledge-only qualification. Learners do not need to be working or undertaking practical placements to take this qualification.

What related qualifications can you progress to?

The Award shares mandatory units with the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification, providing a direct progression route.

Funding for our qualifications

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