Introduction to Being a Teaching Assistant
Key Details
- Available at:Dolgellau, Colwyn Bay Library, Tŷ Cyfle - Caernarfon, Tŷ Cyfle - Holyhead, Rhyl Library, Canolfan Maenofferen - Blaenau Ffestiniog, Tŷ Cyfle - Bangor
- Study Mode:Part-time
- Course Length:
16/17 weeks
Introduction to Being a Teaching AssistantAdult Learners
Please contact us for further information about applying for this course.
Course Description
The course helps students develop the skills needed to work in a primary classroom. At Colwyn Bay Library learners will spend 2 days per week learning in a classroom, and 1 additional day per week of work experience. In Rhyl Library, learners will spend 1 day per week learning in a classroom, and 1 additional day per week of work experience. In Holyhead and Caernarfon the work experience takes place at the end of the course.
Tutors will help students arrange their placements. Hours are child-friendly, totalling less than 16/17 hours per week.
The course is free, but students must complete a DBS check with the College which (currently) costs £38. The cost of the DBS check will be £49.50 from December.
Entry Criteria
There are no entry requirements for this course.
Delivery
The course is delivered through a blend of the following:
- Lectures
- Presentations
- Group work
- Classroom-based learning
You will spend 2 days per week in the classroom: 9.30am–2.30pm.
You will also have a work placement in a school for 1 day a week, 5 hours per week, at times to suit the school.
Assessment
You will be assessed by portfolio.
Progression
You could proceed onto a number of courses at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including:
- CACHE Classroom Assistants Level 2 (Certificate for Supporting Teaching and Learning in School)
Other details
Course type: Adult Learners, Potensial (Lifelong Learning)
Level:
1
Programme Area:
- Health & Social Care
- Teacher Training
Bilingual:
n/a
Teacher Training
