TQUK Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants

Our TQUK Level 4 HLTA qualification allows teaching assistants to become qualified HLTAs within a school or college. HLTA status is highly regarded and allows holders to apply for job roles at this level within education. This course enables you to work towards HLTA status from home and at your own pace, navigating through the written and practical assignments with the assistance of a supportive tutor every step of the way.

About this Course

This TQUK Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) course is designed for existing Teaching Assistants to take the next step up to HLTA level. The qualification includes multiple units as well as both written and practical assessments to give an in-depth knowledge into what it takes to become a HLTA and ensure that students of the course develop their knowledge of various areas of practice.

Study Time: 360 Hours

Enrolment length: 12 months

Course Format: Online

Entry Requirements: Previous Level 3 qualification and a placement in a school. (Job or voluntary placement)

Upon completion of this qualification, students are awarded a TQUK Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants certificate and an OLC Certificate. All certification fees are included in your course fees.

Qualification

To gain the full TQUK Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) certification you will need to submit and pass all of the tutor marked assignments and practical assessments. There are 6 written assignments in the course and 8 practical assessments. There is no need to purchase any textbooks as we provide all of the lessons and materials required to learn the syllabus.

There is no formal exam and the certification fee is included in the course fees.

Qualification Code 603/1432/1

Method

All of our students are given access to our online campus through their own personal login and password. Once logged in you can access your course materials, lessons, resources and assignments in your own time. Assignments are uploaded through your account and the process is easy intuitive. Our online campus includes:

• 24/7/365 access to all of your course materials- all lessons, assignments and resources are available from the moment you enrol
• Instant access to your course after you enrol- start studying immediately!
• Integrated chat and messaging systems so that you can contact your tutor
• Online assignment uploads to save time in returning marks and feedback.
• Links to further resources and information available on courses
• Self-led learning on all courses- study in your own time and work through your assignments at your own pace
• Safe e-portfolio of your work is kept under lock and key on our secure servers
• Progress bar to show the work you have completed and how many tasks you still have to complete on your course
• Detailed help centre with step-by-step instructions on getting the most from your course and how to upload assignments and contact your tutor

Assessments

To pass this course learners must pass 6 written assignments and 8 practical assessments. These are completed after navigating through the corresponding lessons and writing your answers to assignment questions. Once these have been read and marked by your personal tutor, feedback and marks are provided to students which contain helpful tips to improve work in future assignments.

This HLTA course requires a combination of written assignments and practical assessments. You therefore must have a job or voluntary placement in a school or college environment in order to complete this course. The course is assessed by both knowledge based written assignments and practical tasks (which are witnessed by a colleague).

Enrolment Length

All of our courses are allocated plenty of time for students to complete their studies and all materials are self-led so that you can complete the course at your own pace. Should you require additional time on one of our courses you can extend your enrolment by 30 days for an additional fee of £60.

As well as this we operate a 14 day money back guarantee on every one of our qualifications- that’s how confident we are of how you will love studying with us!

TQUK Level 4 HLTA Course Content

The TQUK Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants course assesses the following units:

Unit 1 – Understand the Higher Level Teaching Assistant Role

In this unit, learners will consider diverse approaches to pedagogy that influence holistic learning in children and young people. The learner will also explore statutory planning and monitoring requirements in their own UK home nation.

Unit 2 – Child Development and Welfare

Through this unit, you will explore the work of some of the many theorists whose theoretical perspectives cover a variety of ideas for all areas of child development.

Unit 3 – Awareness of Special Educational Needs

This unit will help you to build on your confidence and knowledge surrounding the importance of special educational needs and disabilities and will enable you to mentor other practitioners and work in partnership with parents/carers and other professionals.

Unit 4 – Promoting Positive Behaviour in Children and Young People

In this unit, the learner will explore how to manage and respond to behaviour that challenges in children and young people. The unit will examine a range of strategies that can be used in response to negative behaviour.

Unit 5 – Providing Support for Individual Learners and Small Groups

Through this unit, you will explore some of the diverse needs of families, and reflect on how best to overcome barriers to partnership working with families.

Unit 6 – Developing Skills to Promote Positive Working Relationships

This unit will explain how to communicate with children, young people, parents, carers and colleagues. The information outlines the different types of communication such as verbal and written.

Unit 7 – Curriculum Planning, Delivery and Assessment

In this final unit, you will explore the planning and assessment of children and young people. The unit will show the importance of doing assessments and the outcomes for children.

Support

The most important tool that all of our students have at their disposal is their tutor. When studying for a course with us you are assigned a personal tutor with indepth knowledge and experience in your chosen subject.

You are strongly advised to make use of your tutors expertise and ask questions about the course content. Your assignments are marked by your personal tutor and detailed feedback is given. As well as this your tutor will provide you with pointers and advice on where you can improve- this helps you to get the most from your courses and constantly improve your skills.

Previous Level 3 qualification and a placement in a school. (Job or voluntary placement)

• Existing Teaching Assistants
• HLTAs
• Specialist support workers