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Online Teaching Assistant Course

LSE Study

Summary

Price
£17 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
Self-paced
Qualification
Leve 3 Certificate For Teaching Assistant

Overview

Aspiring to become a teaching assistant? Develop the necessary skills to become effective in the classroom, learn proven methods to properly deal with different types of students, and take your teaching career to the next level with the help of the lessons imparted in this course.

Description

In classrooms, teachers have to perform number of functions aside from imparting knowledge to students. They have to understand the curriculum to develop and deliver effective instructions. They also need to manage classroom behaviour, ensure the welfare of pupils, take care of the paperwork, and handle extracurricular activities. However, there is only so much they can manage on their own. This is why the presence and role of teaching assistants cannot be overlooked.

Teaching assistants are deployed to work alongside teachers in the classroom. More than just providing administrative and practical support, today’s TAs are becoming more involved in supporting pupils’ learning, be it in an individual or group basis. Some are relied upon to assist in improving pupils’ literacy and numeracy, while others specialise in providing support to pupils with special educational needs.

Stepping into the teaching assistant role entails responsibilities that can have a direct impact on pupils’ learning and behaviour. As such, if you aspire to become a TA and you want to excel in the role, taking this course is a good first step to accomplish those goals.

The Online Teaching Assistant course will acquaint you with every aspect of the TA role. From the essential skills, education and training needed to get into the occupation to the various functions usually assigned to TAs, the course will lay them all out for you. The course will also give you insights into such matters as curriculum development, behaviour management, special education needs, use of ICT in the classroom, and assisting in students’ literacy and numeracy development.

Course Units

Unit 1: Working Alongside the Teacher in the Classroom

  • Classroom Organisation and Behaviour Management
  • Pupil Performance Observation and Reporting

Unit 2: Assisting Students in their Learning and Development Needs

  • Providing Support in Pupils’ Social and Emotional Development
  • Extending Care and Support to Pupils and Providing Proper Health Education

Unit 3: Understanding Curriculum and Its Development

  • Providing Assistance in Planning, Delivery and Evaluation of Learning Activities
  • Supporting the Development of Curriculum

Unit 4: Knowing the Role of Teaching Assistants in School

  • Identifying Teaching Assistants’ General Support Roles
  • Understanding School Organisation, Policies and Procedures, and Relevant Legislation

Unit 5: Usage of ICT in the Classroom

  • Preparing and Using ICT in the Classroom
  • Proper Storage and Maintenance of ICT Equipment and Peripherals

Unit 6: Managing Special Educational Needs

  • Understanding LEA and SEN Policies and Inclusive Education Principles
  • Approaches to Supporting Pupils with Learning Disabilities and SEN

Unit 7: Providing Assistance in Pupils’ Literacy Development

  • Providing Support in the Development of Reading and Writing Skills
  • Providing Support in the Development of Speaking and Listening Skills

Unit 8: Providing Support in Pupils’ Numeracy Development

  • Providing Support in the Development of Number and Data-Handling Skills
  • Improving Pupils’ Problem Solving Skills and Understanding of Measures, Shape and Space

Unit 9: Cooperating and Dealing with Other People in the Workplace

  • Establishing Good Working Relationships with Parents and Other Teaching Staff
  • Improving Personal Development, Communication Skills and Ethics

Expected Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Get to grips with the duties and responsibilities of teaching assistants
  • Develop the necessary skills to provide effective support to both teachers and pupils
  • Learn about effective teaching strategies
  • Have the capacity to effectively assist pupils in their literacy and numeracy development
  • Establish good working relationship with pupils, teachers, parents and other teaching staff
  • Command respect in the classroom and become an effective teaching assistant

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John asked:

Hey, can I do this course without any prior experience or qualifications as a Teaching Assistant? Or do I require any prior qualifications?

Answer:

Hi John, This is an introductory course. You can do this course without prior experience. Thank you

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Keeley asked:

Do you have to do a level 2 course before starting this course or can I go straight for this level? Many thanks

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Hi Keeley, Yes, that's correct. Thank you

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Rebecca asked:

So after completion of this course, would I be able to apply for teaching assistant positions?

Answer:

Hi Rebecca, It will increase your chance of getting hired. Thank you

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Alie asked:

Hi can I complete this online course on my smartphone or would I need to use a laptop thanks

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Hi Alie, Yes, you can do this course on your smartphone. Thank you

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Vikki asked:

Can you work in a school with this qualification?

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Hi Vikki, You can increase your chance of getting hired. Thank you

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Deborah asked:

Hi could I apply for this course even though I've only a CERT education qualification which enabled me to teach in higher education

Answer:

Hi Deborah, This is an introductory course and there is no prior qualification requirement to do this course. We only issue a certificate of completion for our courses. Thank you

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Amy M asked:

how long does this course take?

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Hi Amy, You have a year of access to this course. Thank you

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Nosheen asked:

Hi, I have decided to do this course but i just wanted to know a friend of mine told me your certificate will expire after 2. 3 years. Is this true?

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Hi Nosheen, We only issue a certificate of completion and it is timeless. Thank you

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Keeley asked:

Hello, are there any extra fees for assessments/certificates? Thanks

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Hi Keeley, There is no extra fees for assessments/certificates. Thank you

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Gillian asked:

Why is this course so much cheaper than other teaching assistant courses please.

Answer:

Hi Gillian, This is a genuine course and we offer this at a discounted price for a limited time. We issue a certificate of completion for our courses. Please see more information on the reed advert. Thank you

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Rachelh92 asked:

If you have no previous experience of working within a school and no previous teaching assistant qualification, can you apply to do this course?

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Hi Rachel, You can do this course even if you don't have previous experience in this field. We issue a certificate of completion for our courses. Thank you

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Fiona asked:

If you have to do level 1 and 2 to enroll on this course, where will I find level 1 and 2? The only course that seems to come up is level 3.

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Hi, Please see more information on the reed advert. Thank you

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Sakshi asked:

After completion of this course I didnt received the certificate . Kindly guide

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Hell Sakshi, You can see the contact details of the provider on the reed advert. Please contact them regarding this issue. Thank you

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Nasira asked:

I would like to do this course.can I take that course without any prior qualifications. OR do I have to do level 2 first.

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Hi Nasira, You need to do level 2 first. Thanks

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bridget walker Hindle asked:

I've got my level 3 but I've been out of teaching for 2 years will this help 're cap and help me back to teaching

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Hi Bridget, Yes, that's correct. Thank you

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Janice asked:

This is advertised as a L3 Certificate but then say that it is a "completion" only. Can it be used to prove a job qualification on a CV

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Hi Janice, It can be a resume builder. Thank you

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Is LSE an accredited body Thanh you

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Amy asked:

Is there a test at the end of the course or is it all course work ?

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Hi Amy, It is all course work. Thank you

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Gemma asked:

Is this a recognised qualification?

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Hi Gemma, You will receive a certificate of completion for our courses. Thank you

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Iqra asked:

Hi, What level of accreditation do you receive. Is it level 2 or 3?

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Hi Iqra, This is a level 3 certificate of completion. Thank you

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michelle asked:

is this course accredited so is actually a qualification and is it all done online or do you have to be in classrooms

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Hi, We issue a certificate of completion for our courses. Everything will be done online. Thank you

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