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HLTA Training (Ofqual Regulated)
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Study method
Online
Duration
110 hours · Self-paced
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12 months
Qualification
Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
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  • Assessment (included in price)
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Overview

Get Noticed By Recruiters in this Hiring Season by Developing Your Skills!

Every student deserves a champion, a teacher who believes in them, recognises the power of connection, and is committed to helping them reach their full potential. If you aspire to be that inspirational teacher who guides and uplifts others while advancing your own career in this noble profession, our HLTA Training Course is the perfect choice for you.

The HLTA Training Course is Ofqual-regulated (recognised by the UK Government) and awards you 36 credits, giving you the chance to strengthen your teaching skills and boost your employability. This programme has been expertly developed by leading academics to fully prepare you for the HLTA academic year-end assessment.

Accredited by Focus Awards, the UK’s fastest-growing awarding organisation, this HLTA Training Course ensures your credentials are both professional and widely recognised. Focus Awards is governed by Ofqual, giving you confidence in the quality and status of your qualification. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the latest educational ideas, principles, and models, guaranteeing an outstanding learning experience.

Plus, with enrolment on the HLTA Training Course, you’ll receive 20 premium courses absolutely FREE.

Additionally, you'll receive not one but 20 Premium CPD-approved courses for FREE with this HLTA Training Course certificate!!! The courses are:

  • ⇒ Course 01: Education Management
  • ⇒ Course 02: Educational Psychology and Development
  • ⇒ Course 03: Advanced Teaching Assistant Diploma
  • ⇒ Course 04: Special Education Needs (SEN) Training - Level 2
  • ⇒ Course 05: EYFS Teaching - Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 06: Phonics Teaching Diploma Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 07: Leadership in Teaching
  • ⇒ Course 08: Lesson Planning for Teaching
  • ⇒ Course 09: Remote Teaching Online
  • ⇒ Course 10: Classroom Behaviour Management
  • ⇒ Course 11: Performance Management
  • ⇒ Course 12: People Management Skills Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 13: Report Writing
  • ⇒ Course 14: Domestic Violence and Abuse Awareness - Level 2
  • ⇒ Course 15: Child Neglect Awareness Certificate Course
  • ⇒ Course 16: Level 3 Mental Health and Adolescent Course
  • ⇒ Course 17: Safeguarding Children Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 18: Functional Skills English Practice Level 2
  • ⇒ Course 19: Train the Trainer
  • ⇒ Course 20: Leadership & Management Diploma

These courses will help you deepen your understanding of teaching assistantship, SEN teaching, EYFS education, and so much more!

Enrol now and seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Why is the Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Perfect for You?

  • Advance Your Career: Make a life-changing choice today. With our regulated qualification, you’ll gain the expertise to progress to the next level in your organisation.
  • 20 Additional Courses Included: With a single payment, you’ll receive access to the HLTA Training Course plus 20 additional CPD-accredited courses.
  • Upgrade Your Skills: Enhance your educational profile and acquire the skills needed to stand out in your job role, with unlimited dedicated personal tutor support.
  • Boost Your Credibility: Rest assured with a qualification regulated by Ofqual and awarded by Focus Awards—UK Government-recognised and quality assured for your peace of mind.
  • 100% Money-Back Guarantee: We stand by the quality of our course and are committed to your satisfaction. That’s why we offer a 14-day unconditional full money-back guarantee for a completely risk-free enrolment.

Qualification Summary

  • Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
  • Qualification title: HLTA Training Course
  • Accreditation status: Accredited
  • Level: 4
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 87
  • Total Qualification Time (TQT): 360
  • Qualification number (QN): 601/8533/8.

Qualification

Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)

Regulated by Ofqual

Assessment details

Assessment

Included in course price

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Description

****Qualification Curriculum****

**HLTA Training Course**

  • Awareness of special educational needs
  • Child development and welfare
  • Curriculum planning, delivery and assessment
  • Developing skills to promote positive working relationships
  • Promoting positive behaviour in children and young people
  • Providing support for individual learners and small groups
  • Understand the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role

Course Duration

  • Guided Learning Hours

These hours are made up of all contact time, guidance, or supervision of a learner by a lecturer, supervisor, tutor, trainer, or other appropriate education or training providers.

Guided Learning Hours for this qualification is 87.

  • Total Qualification Time

Total Qualification Time comprises GLH and an estimate of the number of hours a learner is likely to spend in preparation, study or any other learning, including assessment, which takes place as directed by, but not under the supervision of a lecturer supervisor or tutor. The credit value, where given for qualification, is determined by TQT, as one credit corresponds to 10 hours of learning.

Total Qualification Time for this qualification is 360 hours.

Assessment

The qualification assessments will be taken through tutor-marked assignments. Upon completing each unit, the learner must attempt a series of questions with comprehensive answers, which will be marked by the tutor. The tutor-marked tasks are required to be assessed by a professional as well.

Thereupon, to ensure all the course assignments have met the standards properly by both the learners and assessors, the tasks are subjected to internal and external moderation.

NB: At least 50 hours of work placement within a school is required to accomplish this assessment. The work setting can either be a primary, secondary or special school with pupils aged 5+ and studying Key Stage 1 or above.

As a part of this placement, learners will require a member with occupational competence in supervising and signing the witness testimonies, to ensure they have gained the work-based learning outcomes of this programme properly.

Method of Assessment

  • Assessment activities consist of a few short assignments that you have to complete to show evidence of general reading while adding references to your work.
  • All assignments should be submitted via the online portal.
  • All learning outcomes must be met to achieve a Pass – there is no grading.

Certification

Successful candidates will be awarded a Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) from Focus Awards Limited.

You will also get CPD accredited Teach the Teachers Level 3, Education Management, Educational Psychology and Development, Lesson Planning for Teaching, and Home Education courses certificates from Apex Learning.

Progression

Successful learners may wish to progress to teaching qualifications such as:

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Who is this course for?

Our comprehensive HLTA Training Course is designed for ambitious students who are currently employed or seeking employment in the teaching field.

The qualification is also suitable for individuals who:

  • Wish to join in a teaching professionals
  • Beginner this field and wish to acquire in-demand assessing skills
  • Wish to gain formal recognition of their skills
  • Want to study from home at their own convenience

Requirements

  • There are no specific entry requirements.
  • The qualification is suitable for learners who are 16 years and above.

NB: At least 50 hours of work placement within a school is required to accomplish this assessment. The work setting can either be a primary, secondary or special school with pupils aged 5+ and studying Key Stage 1 or above.

As a part of this placement, learners will require a member with occupational competence in supervising and signing the witness testimonies to ensure they have gained the work-based learning outcomes of this programme properly.

Career path

You will have the ability to accomplish a lot of things with this certificate. Here are just a few examples:

  • Teacher
  • Education professional
  • Education trainer
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Education and Training Officer

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