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Teaching Assistant and Early Years Educator - Fast Track to Level 3

Overview

Have you always imagined yourself working with children and young people? This 11-week induction course could be your next step towards your dream career.  

Throughout this short course, you will recognise and develop the skills to work or volunteer with children and young people within an educational or early years setting.

If you decide you want to continue with a career in education or early years, you can go on to study either the Diploma in Supporting in Teaching and Learning (Teaching Assistant) - Level 3 or the Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) - Level 3. 

Start dates and fees

The course takes place on Wednesday evenings from 6-8pm.

Please contact us for an explanation of payment methods and information about individual costs.

What will I study?

  • Introduction to work based placement
  • Introduction to study
  • The importance of play
  • Equality and diversity
  • Principles of education and early years
  • Introduction to child development.
  • Entry requirements

    The course is only available to those aged 19 years and over.

    • You will need to complete a satisfactory DBS check to ensure your suitability for working with children which costs £44 and the college will help you obtain this on your behalf
    • You must be able to volunteer for a minimum of 6 hours a week in a school or college setting.
  • Assessment

    You will be assessed from reflections of your work completed in college and in your work placement setting, alongside completing a research task.

  • Progression
    • Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning (Teaching Assistant) - Level 3
    • Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) - Level 3
  • Careers

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Why choose us?

Excellent student support services

We’ve got a great student support network offering advice and guidance on careers and future employment, finance, health and welfare, additional learning support and much more.

Getting here couldn’t be easier!

Whether you travel by bus, train or on foot there are many different transport options available. You can also unleash your freedom with the West Notts College Travel Scheme which provides a flexible and great value bus travel service.

Campuses across Mansfield and Ashfield

We have eight campuses each boasting a number of state-of-the-art facilities.

Strong industry links

We’re always investing in college facilities to make sure you have access to the most up-to-date, industry-standard equipment. Our strong links with employers means you can secure work placements as part of your wider learning – providing you with vital industry experience and employability skills, getting you ready for the world of work.

Tutors who really know their industry

Most have worked in the industry they're teaching, so you'll learn the skills employers are looking for. They'll support and encourage you to achieve the best results possible.

LGBTQ+ celebration

We proudly celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, including Pride. Our college is a supportive community that welcomes and embraces individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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