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Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Level 4 Certificate
Key Points
- Understand the different stages of child development
- Support children and young people throughout their education
- Learn how to communicate positively and effectively
- Progress your career to the next level
- Develop desirable transferrable skills
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
About your Course
As a qualified teaching assistant, you will already be established in your career, helping dozens of pupils develop and progress through their education.
But if you want to progress your career further, this course will give you the knowledge and skills to do so.
This level 4 qualification will enable you to take the step up to a higher-level teaching assistant. As a higher-level teaching assistant, you will have the skills to teach classes on your own and cover planned absences.
This provides your teacher and the school with an invaluable source of support, reducing costs and giving your teacher time to plan lessons and mark work.
During this Level 4 teaching assistant online course, you will understand the principles of child development and wellbeing. You will also learn how to positively support children young people on their journey through education.
Part of this will be developing the skills to build effective relationships with children, families, carers and teachers, plus tactics for creating efficient lesson plans, monitoring pupils and delivering assessments.
Getting Started
Whether you have worked with children your entire life, or you’re launching your new career, this course is completely accessible regardless of your existing qualifications or experience.
As there are no entry requirements you can enrol straight away and study in your own time, at home. You will be able to access the course materials online and therefore plan your study around any other commitments.
If you are already working as a teaching assistant, you will be able to apply your learning right away.
Upon completion of this course, you will be eligible to apply for any higher-level teaching assistant roles.
About your Placement
To gain your level 4 higher-level teaching assistant qualification, you will be required to complete a 50-hour placement within a school setting.
The work experience can be paid or voluntary and it can take place in an infant, primary or secondary school. If you already work in a school setting you can gain your 50-hours there.
Our dedicated support team can help with any questions but, for peace of mind, we recommend that the work experience required should not take place in the following settings:
- Nursery
- Pre-school
- After school clubs
- Holiday clubs
- College
- University
- Any other alternative learning environments i.e. open learning colleges, Sunday schools etc.
Qualification: Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
The Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding to analyse and address the different challenges that classroom assistants are likely to encounter. Learners will also understand working with individuals and with small groups as well as gaining essential insight into supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
Requirements for Entry
Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. This is a Level 3 qualification, therefore learners will need to have good written and verbal communication skills (written skills, for example, would need to be at Level 2+).
Minimum Age restriction
16
Average completion timeframe
The average completion time for this course is 12 months.
Assessement requirements
Assessments will be carried out using various evaluation mediums such as, observation of practice, witness statements, reflections, case studies, placement log and written questions.
Placement or Practical required
Learners need to be working or have a placement that delivers the national curriculum. A supervisor or mentor who can act as a witness and verify work will be required for the learner. N.B: The term "verify" does not mean the same as "signing work off"; it is someone who can confirm that the learner did what they are saying they did. Our assessor will make the judgement as to whether the work submitted meets the criteria.
If placement or practical required, when?
Work placement is required throughout the qualification.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certification within 12 weeks of successfully completing the qualification. Please note this can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
Focus Awards is regulated by Ofqual, who are the regulator of qualifications (other than degrees), exams and assessments in England, and of vocational qualifications. Focus Awards draws on more than 80 years’ combined experience and expertise delivered by its founders. They come from a diversity of backgrounds, including the health and fitness sector, social services, academia, commerce and industry, and the Armed Forces.
Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. This is a Level 3 qualification, therefore learners will need to have good written and verbal communication skills (written skills, for example, would need to be at Level 2+).
Minimum Age restriction
16
Average completion timeframe
The average completion time for this course is 12 months.
Assessement requirements
Assessments will be carried out using various evaluation mediums such as, observation of practice, witness statements, reflections, case studies, placement log and written questions.
Placement or Practical required
Learners need to be working or have a placement that delivers the national curriculum. A supervisor or mentor who can act as a witness and verify work will be required for the learner. N.B: The term "verify" does not mean the same as "signing work off"; it is someone who can confirm that the learner did what they are saying they did. Our assessor will make the judgement as to whether the work submitted meets the criteria.
If placement or practical required, when?
Work placement is required throughout the qualification.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certification within 12 weeks of successfully completing the qualification. Please note this can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Unit 1: Professional Knowledge and Development for Higher Level Teaching Assistants
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand what a Higher Level Teaching Assistant is and what is required of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Understand the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for Higher Level Teaching Assistants
- Understand how to work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues, managing their work where appropriate and sharing the development of effective practice with them
Unit 2: Child Development and Wellbeing
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the different stages of child development
- Understand the factors that can influence and affect children’s development and how these practice
- Understand how to recognise and respect the contribution that parents and carers can make to the development and wellbeing of children and young people
- Understand how frameworks that support the development and wellbeing of children and young people impact upon their practice
Unit 3: Supporting Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand how to support learners in accessing the curriculum in accordance with the special educational needs (SEN) code of practice and disabilities legislation
- Understand how to promote equality, diversity and inclusion when working with children and young people
- Understand how to support children and young people with learning difficulties
- Know and understand the special educational needs for learners with sensory and/or physical needs
- Understand how to support children and young people with English as an additional language
Unit 4: Promoting children and Young Peoples Positive Behaviour
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the policies and procedures for promoting positive behaviour
- Be able to promote the positive values and attitudes and behaviour expected from children and young people
- Be able to respond to inappropriate and challenging behaviour from children and young people
- Be able to contribute to reviews of behaviour and behaviour policies
Unit 5: Working with Individual and Groups of Learners
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand ways of working with individuals and small groups
Unit 6: Positive Working Relationships
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to communicate effectively and sensitively with children, young people, colleagues, parents and carers
Unit 7: Curriculum Planning, Monitoring, Delivery and Assessment
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to teach challenging, well-organised lessons across the age and ability range
- Be able to use ICT skills to advance learning
- Be able to use an appropriate range of strategies for setting learning objectives and monitoring progress and attainment
- Be able to maintain and analyse records of learners’ progress
What's Included
- All study materials
- Study Guide
- Full Tutor and Admin support
- The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £30.00).
OUR PASS RATE
Teaching and Education
79.3%
(National Average 73.8%)
Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Level 4 Certificate
Key Points
- Understand the different stages of child development
- Support children and young people throughout their education
- Learn how to communicate positively and effectively
- Progress your career to the next level
- Develop desirable transferrable skills
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
About your Course
As a qualified teaching assistant, you will already be established in your career, helping dozens of pupils develop and progress through their education.
But if you want to progress your career further, this course will give you the knowledge and skills to do so.
This level 4 qualification will enable you to take the step up to a higher-level teaching assistant. As a higher-level teaching assistant, you will have the skills to teach classes on your own and cover planned absences.
This provides your teacher and the school with an invaluable source of support, reducing costs and giving your teacher time to plan lessons and mark work.
During this Level 4 teaching assistant online course, you will understand the principles of child development and wellbeing. You will also learn how to positively support children young people on their journey through education.
Part of this will be developing the skills to build effective relationships with children, families, carers and teachers, plus tactics for creating efficient lesson plans, monitoring pupils and delivering assessments.
Getting Started
Whether you have worked with children your entire life, or you’re launching your new career, this course is completely accessible regardless of your existing qualifications or experience.
As there are no entry requirements you can enrol straight away and study in your own time, at home. You will be able to access the course materials online and therefore plan your study around any other commitments.
If you are already working as a teaching assistant, you will be able to apply your learning right away.
Upon completion of this course, you will be eligible to apply for any higher-level teaching assistant roles.
About your Placement
To gain your level 4 higher-level teaching assistant qualification, you will be required to complete a 50-hour placement within a school setting.
The work experience can be paid or voluntary and it can take place in an infant, primary or secondary school. If you already work in a school setting you can gain your 50-hours there.
Our dedicated support team can help with any questions but, for peace of mind, we recommend that the work experience required should not take place in the following settings:
- Nursery
- Pre-school
- After school clubs
- Holiday clubs
- College
- University
- Any other alternative learning environments i.e. open learning colleges, Sunday schools etc.
Teaching and Education
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 73.8%)
79.3%
Qualification: Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
The Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding to analyse and address the different challenges that classroom assistants are likely to encounter. Learners will also understand working with individuals and with small groups as well as gaining essential insight into supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
Requirements for Entry
Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. This is a Level 3 qualification, therefore learners will need to have good written and verbal communication skills (written skills, for example, would need to be at Level 2+).
Minimum Age restriction
16
Average completion timeframe
The average completion time for this course is 12 months.
Assessement requirements
Assessments will be carried out using various evaluation mediums such as, observation of practice, witness statements, reflections, case studies, placement log and written questions.
Placement or Practical required
Learners need to be working or have a placement that delivers the national curriculum. A supervisor or mentor who can act as a witness and verify work will be required for the learner. N.B: The term "verify" does not mean the same as "signing work off"; it is someone who can confirm that the learner did what they are saying they did. Our assessor will make the judgement as to whether the work submitted meets the criteria.
If placement or practical required, when?
Work placement is required throughout the qualification.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certification within 12 weeks of successfully completing the qualification. Please note this can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
Focus Awards is regulated by Ofqual, who are the regulator of qualifications (other than degrees), exams and assessments in England, and of vocational qualifications. Focus Awards draws on more than 80 years’ combined experience and expertise delivered by its founders. They come from a diversity of backgrounds, including the health and fitness sector, social services, academia, commerce and industry, and the Armed Forces.
Unit 1: Professional Knowledge and Development for Higher Level Teaching Assistants
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand what a Higher Level Teaching Assistant is and what is required of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Understand the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for Higher Level Teaching Assistants
- Understand how to work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues, managing their work where appropriate and sharing the development of effective practice with them
Unit 2: Child Development and Wellbeing
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the different stages of child development
- Understand the factors that can influence and affect children’s development and how these practice
- Understand how to recognise and respect the contribution that parents and carers can make to the development and wellbeing of children and young people
- Understand how frameworks that support the development and wellbeing of children and young people impact upon their practice
Unit 3: Supporting Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand how to support learners in accessing the curriculum in accordance with the special educational needs (SEN) code of practice and disabilities legislation
- Understand how to promote equality, diversity and inclusion when working with children and young people
- Understand how to support children and young people with learning difficulties
- Know and understand the special educational needs for learners with sensory and/or physical needs
- Understand how to support children and young people with English as an additional language
Unit 4: Promoting children and Young Peoples Positive Behaviour
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the policies and procedures for promoting positive behaviour
- Be able to promote the positive values and attitudes and behaviour expected from children and young people
- Be able to respond to inappropriate and challenging behaviour from children and young people
- Be able to contribute to reviews of behaviour and behaviour policies
Unit 5: Working with Individual and Groups of Learners
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand ways of working with individuals and small groups
Unit 6: Positive Working Relationships
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to communicate effectively and sensitively with children, young people, colleagues, parents and carers
Unit 7: Curriculum Planning, Monitoring, Delivery and Assessment
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to teach challenging, well-organised lessons across the age and ability range
- Be able to use ICT skills to advance learning
- Be able to use an appropriate range of strategies for setting learning objectives and monitoring progress and attainment
- Be able to maintain and analyse records of learners’ progress
What's Included
- All study materials
- Study Guide
- Full Tutor and Admin support
- The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £30.00).
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