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Preparing to Work in Schools - L1 Award - Distance Learning

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Course NameStart DateEnd DateStart TimeEnd TimeSite 
Preparing to Work in Schools - NCFE Level 1 Award - Distance Learning09/09/202431/07/2025  Ashby Community HubAvailable for applications

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We need to check what course you are enrolling on and what your age and income status is first. You may be entitled to a free or reduced cost place if you are in receipt of benefits, you depend financially on someone who does, or are working but on a low wage (£22,308 annual gross salary)

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Course Description


This is a Distance Learning course, so you can apply at any time during the academic year.

*  Please note that when you apply for a course, your place is not guaranteed until you receive confirmation from a tutor or member of our Customer Services Team *


NCFE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools - Distance Learning

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Course Overview
This qualification will prepare you for further learning and training whilst developing an understanding of the teaching and learning environment in a school setting. It covers areas such as how to support the well-being of a child or young person and also child and young person development.

You will complete three units consisting of:

• Understand schools as organisations
• Understand how to keep children and young people healthy, safe and well
• Understand how to communicate with children, young people and adults

Delivery Method
This is a distance (online) learning course. A range of teaching and learning strategies will be employed using Google classroom.

Homework
You will be expected to work on activities at home between 5 – 5.5 hours per week, as directed by your tutor.

Assessment
The course is continuously assessed by your tutor using written assignments.

Progression
If you successfully complete the Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools qualification, you may wish to progress on to:

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning (placement required)
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

We have a dedicated Careers and Employability Coordinator who can support you to plan your next steps.

Cost
This course is free for most. Fees will be discussed during your initial contact as you must be assessed for eligibility. Any available funding will depend on your circumstance.

Why you should study with us

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DISCLAIMER:  When applying for this course, you must provide evidence to confirm eligibility for funding, proof of ID and full address. When you apply for a course, it does not mean that you are automatically enrolled. You must be 19+ on 31 August 2024 and a UK resident for at least 3 years. If you have not lived in the UK for 3 years, you can still do a course with us,but you may need to pay for your course, depending on your immigration status. Please contact us on 01724 297146 for more information.

Our dedicated team will be happy to help – just call us on 01724 297146 or contact us on https://northlincsadulteducation.co.uk/contact/