Childcare - Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Certificate Level 2 CACHE (Part time)
Code PTCHD1
Course Level Level 2 Length of Course 36 Weeks
Entry Requirements
There are no formal qualifications for this award; however you must be a volunteer, a child minder or currently employed in an OFSTED inspected environment – having experience in an Early Years setting. An initial assessment for Numeracy & Literacy will take place on application to the course.
Students will normally take part in an interview prior to being enrolled on the programme.
Certificate for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF)
CACHE Level 2
Total 30 credits
The QCF allows learners to build up credits which are made up of a number of units that have a stated aim. Each unit is made up from learning outcomes and each learning outcome is linked to a number of assessment criteria. Each of the assessments criteria must be completed successfully for a learner to achieve the unit. Each unit has a level and credit value.
The qualification will provide learners with secure understanding of knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people in school environments. Suitable for learners working in roles that support pupils` earning including teaching assistants, learning support assistants and special needs assistants.
Where, When and how will I study?
Learners can usually complete within 1 year. You will be given a named assessor who will assess you in the workplace on a regular basis throughout the course. You will be expected to undertake 10-15 hours or more per week in your work placement, working with children in primary, secondary or special schools.
What subject areas will I study?
Core Mandatory Units
TDA 2.1 Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
TDA 2.2 Schools and organizations
TDA 2.3 Supporting learning activities
TDA 2.4 Promote children and young people’s positive behavior
TDA 2 Develop professional relationships with children, young people and adults
DA 2.7 Promote Equality, Diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people
TDA 2.8 Support Assessment for Learning
TDA 2.9 Engage in personal development in health, social care or children and young peoples
settings.
TDA2.10 Support children and young people’s health and safety
Programme Costs
19+ Students
Please contact the Information Team (details at the bottom of the page) for up to date course fees.
Student Finance
The College has Access Funds that may assist students with expenses such as travel, books, equipment, and child care. Applications for assistance should be made to Student Services and will be dealt with on an individual basis.
For further information regarding fee remission and/or financial assistance, contact the Student Services Team on (01226) 216 114.
Support Services
Students in College may have the option of utilising a number of support services such as: Additional Support, Counselling, etc. Please contact the Learning Support team on (01226) 216 769
How to enrol
To register your interest in this course, please call our friendly Information Team on (01226) 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Disclaimer
Please note that places on courses are limited and courses will only run if there are enough students enrolled. The College reserves the right to change course details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
