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Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

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Overview

Develop the skills and expertise to support the learning of children and nurture their development with the Learning Support Assistant course. This training program is an entry-level certificate course for those who are considering a career as a teaching assistant or learning support worker.

This course includes practical exercises and case studies to develop your knowledge of teaching methodologies and best practices. You will also be equipped with the skills needed to work with special needs children with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and ADHD. The basics of classroom management, child safeguarding, classroom support and much more will also be covered in detail. On completion, you will have the practical knowledge to work in any school setting and kickstart a truly rewarding career.

Highlights of The Learning Support Assistant:

Understand the role and responsibilities of a learning support assistant
Gain a clear understanding of the development of children and young people
Familiarise with child safeguarding practices and policies
Be able to build strong and trusting relationships with pupils and family
Explore various teaching techniques, methodologies and approaches
Understand the basics of classroom management and lesson planning
Develop your understanding of SEN teaching and learn how to support children with learning difficulties such as dyslexia & autism
Fine-tune your communication, interpersonal and organisational skills

Course design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

Video lessons
Online study materials
Mock exams
Multiple-choice assessment

How is the course assessed?

To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised certificate and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

Why study this course

Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.

The Learning Support Assistant is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Fundamentals of Teaching
	Understanding the Development of Children and Young Person	01:00:00
	Communication and Professional Relationships with Pupils and Family	01:00:00
	Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young Person	01:00:00
Module 02: Teaching Methodologies - Part 1
	Education – A Group Enterprise	01:00:00
	Traits to Develop	01:00:00
	Grow the Attention	01:00:00
	Learning Good Habits	01:00:00
	Importance of Memory	01:00:00
Module 03: Teaching Methodologies - Part 2
	Imagination is Important	01:00:00
	Breakdown of Thinking Process	00:30:00
	Appreciation – An Aesthetic Emotion	00:30:00
	Learning Reflexive Activities	01:00:00
	Differing Individuals	00:30:00
Module 04: Teaching Methodologies - Part 3
	Morality Matters	01:00:00
	Different Learning Methods	01:00:00
	Different Psychological Exercises	01:00:00
	Problems, Situations & Solutions	01:00:00
	Measuring the Achievements	01:00:00
Module 05: SEN Teaching
	Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher	00:30:00
	Statutory and Regulatory Context for SEN	01:00:00
	Principles and Practice of Leadership in Different Contexts	00:45:00
	How SEN and Disabilities Affect Pupils’ Participation and Learning?	00:45:00
	Strategies for Improving the Performance of the Pupils with SEN	00:45:00
Module 06: SENCO Training
	Whole-school Planning and Organisation	01:00:00
	Assessment	00:30:00
	Teamwork for SEN: Roles and Functions	01:00:00
	Planning for Individual Students with SEN	00:45:00
	Teaching and Learning in the Inclusive School	00:45:00
Module 07: Autism
	Introduction to Autism	00:20:00
	Causes and Diagnosis of Autism	00:45:00
	Other Conditions Associated with ASD	01:00:00
	In-depth Understanding and Dealing with Autistic Behaviour	01:00:00
	Socialising and Communication	00:45:00
	Choosing Schools	00:45:00
	What Should Teachers Do?	00:30:00
	Sex Education and Puberty	00:30:00
	Interventions: Treatments and Therapies for Autism	00:45:00
	Government policies on autism in England	00:30:00
Module 08: ADHD
	What is ADHD?	00:30:00
	Causes of ADHD	00:30:00
	Diagnosing ADHD	00:30:00
	Treating ADHD	00:30:00
	ADHD and Education	00:30:00
	Reasonable Adjustments: ADHD	01:00:00
	Adults with ADHD	00:30:00
Module 09: Dyslexia
	What is Dyslexia?	01:00:00
	Identifying Dyslexia	00:30:00
	Co-occurring Conditions	00:30:00
	Diagnosing Dyslexia	00:30:00
	Creating Dyslexia Friendly Environment	00:30:00
	Solutions for Dyslexia	00:30:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam- Learning Support Assistant	00:20:00
Final Exam
	Final Exam- Learning Support Assistant	00:20:00