Preparing to Work in Schools
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
This course is your first step towards working within a school setting.
This course is designed for you if you are considering a career in a school environment and want to understand what working in education involves. You will gain an introduction to the roles and responsibilities of people working in schools, along with essential knowledge around safeguarding, child protection and inclusive practice.
You will develop an understanding of how schools operate and learn how to communicate effectively with children, young people and adults. The course provides a supportive starting point to help you decide whether working in education is right for you, while building confidence and employability skills.
On successful completion of the programme, you will achieve two recognised qualifications.
What you’ll cover:
- Understanding schools as organisations
- Children and young people’s health and safety
- Safeguarding children and young people
- Communicating effectively with children, young people and adults
- Children and young people’s development
- Equality, diversity and inclusion when working with children and young people
Qualifications you will achieve:
- Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools
- Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges
This course requires commitment for the full duration of the programme. You will be expected to complete homework and independent study tasks outside of classroom sessions to support your learning and progression.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will complete an initial assessment to ensure the course is appropriate for your current skills, experience and career goals.
Information
You may wish to bring:
- A notebook and pen
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Voluntary work in a school setting
This course provides a strong foundation for further study or progression into employment within education settings.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
