Supporting Teaching and Learning (NCFE Cache)

Level 2 – Learning Aim Reference: 603/2476/4

The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning is aimed at learners working or volunteering in roles that support pupils’ learning in primary, secondary schools or colleges. It has been designed to provide learners with an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school or college environments. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people’s development, supporting children and young people’s positive behaviour and communication and professional relationships.

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Details

Total Guided Learning Hours

225 plus work placement hours

Hours per week

2 hours 45 minutes

Total number of Sessions

Minimum of 34

Fees

Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees £1,090

This course is FREE if you are unemployed, studying for a first level 2 or earn under £19,305

Awarding Body and/or Examination Costs if applicable

Awarding body fees £97 / IV fees £37.82

FREE is you are unemployed, studying for a first Level 2 or  earn under £19,305

Requirements

Commitment
What study is needed at home?

At least 3 hours a week study at home is required, in addition to the placement hours and taught classroom hours.

Previous Learning

Although there are not formal entry requirements, learners should hold or be working towards level 2 English to meet the academic demands of the programme. Good levels of ICT skills is recommended. Additional support in English, Maths and ICT skills are available free of charge.

Main Learning Objectives

Understand schools and colleges as organisations

Understand children and young people's development

Safeguarding children and young people

Equality, diversity and inclusion in a learning environment of children and young people

Maintain relationships with children and young people

Support the health and safety of children and young people

Support positive behaviour in a learning environment for children and young people

Understand children and young people’s play and leisure

Promote an effective learning environment

Provide displays in a learning environment

Progression to further learning with FACE

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Progression to other Providers

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Jobs and Careers

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Award in Support Work in School and Colleges (NCFE Cache)

Level 2 – Learning Aim Reference: 603/2478/8

This qualification is an introduction to the information and knowledge needed to work in a school environment. It can apply to the many varied roles that full and part time support staff may fulfil including: administrative roles, site support roles, technical roles and volunteers, as well as roles that work directly with children and young people in the school environment.
It is aimed at learners not yet employed in a school, as well as providing initial training and induction for those new in post in primary, secondary or special schools.

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Details

Total Guided Learning Hours

80 hours

Hours per week

2 hours 45 minutes

Total number of Sessions

Maximum 29

Fees

Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees £415

This course is FREE if you are unemployed, studying for a first level 2 or earn under £19,305

Awarding Body and/or Examination Costs if applicable

Awarding body fees £67 / IV fees £37.82

Requirements

Commitment
What study is needed at home?

Up to 40 hours study at home is required over the duration of the course

Previous Learning

Although there are no formal entry requirements, learners should hold or be working towards level 2 English to meet the academic demands of the programme. Good levels of ICT skills is recommended. Additional support in English, Maths and ICT skills are available free of charge.

Main Learning Objectives

Child and young person development

Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people

Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults

Equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children

Health and Safety

Schools as Organisations

Progression to further learning with FACE

Level 2 Autism, Level 2 Mental Health & Level 2 Counselling

Progression to other Providers

Local colleges and other further education providers that provide Level 3 qualifications.

Jobs and Careers

On completion of the course you can progress onto the Level 2 Certificate in STLS or choose to seek  employment as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant or special needs assistant.

Award in Mentoring

Level 2 – Learning Aim Reference: 501/1298/3

This qualification is designed for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the role of a mentor and develop the skills needed to become an effective mentor.

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Details

Total Guided Learning Hours

60 hours

Hours per week

2 hours 45 minutes

Total number of Sessions

22

Fees

Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees £240

This course is FREE if you are unemployed, studying for a first level 2 or earn under £19,305

Awarding Body and/or Examination Costs if applicable

£26

Requirements

Commitment
What study is needed at home?

Additional home study is required to complete this course

Previous Learning

No Previous learning required

Main Learning Objectives

Gain insight into the role and practice of mentorship

Be clear about mentor/mentee relationships

Ensure you follow good practice

Develop the specific skills and understanding you will require in order to mentor

Reflect on your own learning and work performance

Understand the benefits of mentoring

Understand legal and ethical mentoring requirements

Progression to further learning with FACE

FACE does not offer upward progression higher than level 2.  However, horizontal progression onto further vocational learning leading to an appropriate and relevant occupational qualification at Level 2 or above is possible.

Progression to other Providers

Learners may wish to progress to a Level 3 Mentoring or Coaching qualification at Liverpool City College or another FE institution.

Jobs and Careers

This qualification will enable learners to gain employment as a Mentor in a learning or professional environment.