Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools

Applications are now open for January 2025. Apply online via our "Apply Now" button or click here to apply. 
Start date

January 2025. 

Classes will run on a Monday morning, 9.30am - 11.30am. 

You do not need a placement for this course. 


Course Length

8 - 10 weeks 


What does this qualification cover?

This qualification prepares learners for further learning and training whilst developing an understanding of the teaching and learning environment in a school setting. It covers areas such as how to support the well-being of a child or young person and child and young person development.

There are three units you will cover which includes: 

  • Understanding schools and organisations
  • Understand how to keep children and young people healthy, safe and well
  • Understand how to communicate with children, young people and adults 

    There will also be some independent learning. 

Who is this course suitable for? 

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners who are thinking of working in a school setting including: young people, mature learners, learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language.

This short course is ideal for individuals contemplating a career shift but are uncertain about working within a school environment, as well as for those seeking advancement opportunities in the field of education. 


How will you be assessed?

This qualification will be internally assessed using a range of methods, which could include written assignments or tasks such as designing a leaflet or booklet, charts or diagrams, or setting up an information board.


Entry requirements 
  • Learners must be age 19+
  • Learners must have a good standard of verbal and written skills. 

    This is a knowledge-only qualification. Learners do not need to be working or undertaking practical placements to take this qualification.
     
What qualifications can you progress to?

Learners can progress onto the Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges or the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. 


Cost

Study for free if you are 19 or older, and live in Greater Manchester if/and: 

  • This is your first Level 1 qualification
  • You are in receipt of Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA) or Universal Credit. Universal Credit must be less than £617 a month or £988 a month for a joint claim
  • Or you are aged 24 years old in paid employment but with an annual gross salary of less than £23,104



Please contact the Admissions Team by calling 0161 666 8215 or emailing AdultEd@asfc.ac.uk for more information.