Mode of study	Vocational Full-time
Duration	1 Year
Campus	London Road Campus
Start date	4 September 2023
Course code	FLR2STL (2324)

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Who is it for?

This course is for anyone aged between 16-19. This course is career related and is open to students who wish to be working as or progress to a Teaching Assistant; Learning Support Assistant; Special Educational Needs Assistant or related roles. Progression to the Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning is also an option.
Entry Requirements

A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and Maths at grade 2 or a Level 1 qualification in Health & Social Care or Childcare. Safeguarding you as students and the children and young people you will be caring for on placement is extremely important to SCG so you must complete a DBS check on enrolment. You will also have an interview by one of the tutors to determine your suitability for the course, which is also your opportunity to find out more and ask us questions.
What does the course involve?

This course offered by SCG will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school or college environments.
Our experienced teaching staff will help you to learn the skills and techniques needed to work in this fascinating and vital industry.
There is an opportunity to continue studying English and Maths.
How is the course assessed?

A range of assessment methods will make up your portfolio of 11 units. For example, case studies, essays, reports, reflective accounts, presentations, activity plans, games, displays, interactive posters, visual aids, and placement observations.
Additional Notes

Your progression route from this course will be Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning, Level 3 Early Years Educator or on to a Level 3 apprenticeship. Employment could be gained from Level 2 as a Teaching Assistant or other roles within the childcare industry.
What do I do next?

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk

Lauren Davies

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
Previous school: MShrewsbury Academy

You get loads of placement and work experience opportunities on this course – with two days a week for the whole year. I do mine at Shrewsbury Cathedral Nursery. It is a very rewarding course and gives you a great head-start with your future career, with so many job options available once you’ve completed College. The teachers are helpful and supportive, with College and personal issues. I hope to go to university to get my PGCE so that I can eventually be a primary school teacher.

Sophie Ralphs

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
Previous school: The Priory School

I am studying this course as I would like to progress onto the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner course in September. I am enjoying the placement side of the course, as I attend a primary school once a week, which I am finding beneficial. Meeting new people and building new relationships is improving my confidence, as well as building on my skills and knowledge.