Venues

Langside Campus

Content

This course is designed for those who are already working, or would like to work, as classroom assistants or in an educational setting supporting young people with additional support needs.

Content:
Child Development, Supporting Behaviour, Providing Learning Support for Children with Additional Needs, First Aid, Work experience in a Primary or Secondary School or in an ASN setting.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements. Interview.

Progression Routes

HNC Early Education and Childcare. HNC Additional Support Needs. NC Early Education and Childcare may suit learners who would prefer further study at the same level.

Employment options may include Education Support Assistant posts at primary schools, secondary schools or in ASN schools and learner support roles at colleges or universities.