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DETAILS

This course is ideal for people who are interested in developing the skills required to work in the classroom as a volunteer helper or paid worker.  The course is suitable for those new to the classroom environment, as well as those with some experience of working in the school setting.

Throughout the course students will develop a greater understanding of the role of the classroom assistant within the school system. Topics covered include, The National Curriculum, Managing Children's Behaviour, Supporting Literacy and Numeracy, Displaying Children's Work and Confidentiality.

ASSESSMENT

Students are assessed on a completed portfolio containing notes from class discussions and a logbook reflecting on their experiences on placement.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Participants will be required to make notes in class and record their experiences on placement and must be willing to arrange and complete a minimum 10-hour placement in a school of their choice.

COURSE MATERIALS

Ring Binder and File Paper.

DURATION

30hrs plus 10 hour placement.

PROGRESSION

NCFE Initial Training for Classroom Assistants Stage 2. NCFE Support Assistant's Certificate.

Diploma in Nursery Nursing. NVQ Early Years Care & Education.

SUGGESTED COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES

Basic First Aid.

Basic Food Hygiene.

Introduction to Computers.

NCFE Certificate in Basic  Counselling Skills (3702)

QUALIFICATION GAINED

NCFE INITIAL TRAINING FOR CLASSROOM ASSISTANTS STAGE 1

(DfEE Approved)

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