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Teaching Assistant |
| Summary: |
This course is ideal for aspiring Teaching/ Classroom Assistants and those current working in the position keen to gain a recognised qualification.
This course is valid for 12 months. |
| Requirements: |
Students must be at least 16 years of age. Note that TA are not normally employed until age 18. If student is not already a TA they should have education to GCSE standard D-G, and NVQ Level 1 or a GNVQ Foundation qualification. Students should also enjoy working with children and respect children from all social and cultural backgrounds, be interested in children's education, be able to build good relationships, be able to work well as part of a team and under supervision, have good literacy and numeracy skills, have a responsible attitude, be patient but firm when necessary and have lots of energy. |
| Hours of Study: |
180 |
| External Exam Information: |
There is no final exam. However students are required to pass 3 assessments that are marked by ICS tutors and 1 assessment marked by Edexcel. The 3 assessments marked by ICS are also IV'd. 2 copies of each assessment must be submitted.
Students must apply for the final assessment brief using the form in their course pack. There are two opportunities a year to submit the final assessment. They must be submitted by the end of May and the end of Nov. Marks are awarded by Edexcel. Students are sent their certificate by us when we receive it from Edexcel. |
| Additional Exam Fees: |
£57.90 Edexcel registration fee payable within 28 days of receipt of materials. Course materials will ship from Wednesday 25 Feb 2004. |
| Recommended Reading: |
From text book and case study provided |
