Preparing to Work in Schools Level 1 Award · 01/05/2025
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- Course name
- Preparing to Work in Schools Level 1 Award
- Course code
- VOC-PWS1-DB-F/24-3AA
- Introduction to the course
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If you are working or volunteering at a school or thinking about doing so, this short course is for you.
The objective of this qualification is to prepare you for further learning and training in education, childcare, or early years childcare, whilst developing an understanding of the teaching and learning environment in a school setting. This includes how to support the well-being of a child or young person and their development.
This course acts as an excellent springboard to further school and childcare-based qualifications such as our Teaching Assistant Level 3 Diploma, Principles of Special Educational Needs Level 3 Certificate or Early Years qualifications. Call our team to discuss our comprehensive range of education and childcare courses.
- What will I learn?
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You will learn about:
- Schools as organisations
- How to keep children safe
- Ways to communicate with children in a learning environment - What are the entry requirements?
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You must be aged 19 or over (as at 31st August 2024) and be a UK resident.
You will need a sufficient level of English to be able to follow the curriculum and complete any course work.
Please also be sure you have enough time each week to attend all classes and to complete any homework assignments outside of class.
If you live within Greater London, you will need to have the right to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the start date of the course.
If you live outside of the Greater London area, you will need to have lived in the UK for the past three years and also have the right to live in the UK for the duration of your course.
- What do I need to bring with me to class?
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Please bring a pen, note paper or note book, and a folder to store any handouts.
This course has some elements delivered online, so you will need access to a computer or laptop and an internet connection. (Please note that a smartphone or tablet will not be suitable)
If you do not have the necessary IT equipment, you can still apply for the course as there may be opportunity for equipment loan depending on your personal circumstances.
- What can I do after my course has finished?
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You can progress onto the 'Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Diploma' course if you wish to specialise in childcare, or you can progress onto the 'Teaching Assistant Level 3 Diploma' (Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning) if you wish to specialise in supporting teaching and learning in schools.
- Price
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FREE for eligible learners
- Available concessions
- This course is free for eligible learners. Please see our fee policy for further information.
- Course start and end dates
- 01-May-2025 to 10-Jul-2025
- Time and day
- 09:30 am to 12:30 pm (Thu)
- Course duration
- 10 weeks / 30 hours total
- Site
- Hook Learning Centre
- Site Address
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The Hook Centre
9 Green End
Hook
Chessington
KT9 1AE - Map
- How do I apply?
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Please complete the google form below to provide us with your name and contact details. We'll contact you with the next steps as soon as we can.
- What should I do if I have any questions?
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For help or more information, please email:
skillsforworkandlife@kingston.gov.ukOr call any of the numbers below:
07511045147or
07523931498
or
07511045124 (Monday to Thursday)
- Enrolment link
- https://bit.ly/KAE-SWLInterest