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Course Code: SFVEY081

Course Level: Level 3

Study Mode: Full-Time

Course Type: T Level Courses

Course overview

Prepare for a rewarding career in education and early years. 

Acquire a deep understanding of child development, educational support techniques, and safeguarding principles to assist teaching professionals in providing high-quality learning experiences. Foster an inclusive and supportive environment that values diversity and addresses special educational needs. Develop effective communication skills to engage with families, caregivers, and external agencies in nurturing children's educational growth and well-being.

Do you want to work with children and young people of all ages? 

Our Level 3 T-Level in Education & Childcare will give you the foundation you need to set you on the path towards your ideal career.

Focussing on working with children aged 0-19, the T-Level qualification combines learning in the classroom with gaining vital ‘on-the-job’ experience.

In the second year of the course, you will have the option to specialise in working with ages 5-16 as a Teaching Assistant. 

As part of the two-year course, you will gain core knowledge of subjects such as supporting education, health and wellbeing, safeguarding and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), as well as developing a range of technical and practical skills that employers are looking for.

You'll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English Language, in subjects that are relevant to the course you'd like to study.

You will be assessed through written and practical examinations, employer projects, group work, presentations and analysis. You will also be observed and assessed in the workplace

If you wish to find out more you can contact Maggie Daniels (Curriculum Leader) by emailing: maggie.daniels@nscg.ac.uk

The course will help you boost your employment prospects by gaining extensive experience on a work placement in a real-world environment, which will enable you to access employment directly after completion of the course, or into a role as a Teaching Assistant. Alternatively, you could progress onto higher education to qualify in one of many different roles such as primary, secondary or further education teaching.

This course is free for anyone aged 16 – 18.

College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a gross household income under £30,000 can receive financial support to cover college related costs such as transport, meals, course equipment and uniform. Bursary support is based on individual circumstances and will be allocated to best suit your individual needs. A range of other financial support is available depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit nscg.ac.uk/finance

100%

pass rate

78% High Grades

Distinction or above in 2024