Level 1 CACHE Award in Preparing to Work in Schools

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Course Overview

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners aged 19+, including those who have been out of education for some time or ESOL speakers. It is suitable for anyone who wants to work in a school setting in the future.

Entry Requirements

You need to have completed at least ESOL L1 or have a good enough level of English to complete the course; this will be assessed at the interview. You will need to have access to a computer for independent study, and you will use Microsoft Word and Teams to complete your assignments. Learners will need to have basic computer skills to complete this course.

Yes, you will need to meet with a member of staff for an interview and an initial assessment.

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What this course covers

The objective of this qualification is to prepare learners for further learning and training, whilst developing an understanding of the teaching and learning environment in a school setting. You will attend college one day per week for 3 hours. There are 3 mandatory units to complete: 1. Understanding schools as organisations; 2. Understanding how to keep children and young people healthy, safe and well; 3. Understanding how to communicate with children, young people and adults.

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods which could include: typed assignments using a Word document on a computer, leaflets or booklets to show knowledge and understanding, charts or diagrams, or posters.

NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools

Fees and funding

no

Progression

L2 Supporting Teaching and Learning

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