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Course Overview

This Foundation degree (FdA) in Learning Support is for current and aspiring teaching assistants who want to get professional recognition with a university-level qualification.

We know you’re busy in the classroom, so we’ve made it simple to complete your studies alongside your job by studying at a college near you. 

After the course, you'll be more effective in your current role. You could also go on to do a Bachelor's degree such as our BA (Hons) Education Studies or use your Foundation degree do courses that lead to Qualified Teacher Status.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

Qualifications

  • Applicants are to be working in either a voluntary or paid relevant educational setting for a minimum equivalence of one day a week.

Selection process

  • All applicants will need to attend an interview.

GCSEs    

2 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Mathematics/2 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English and Mathematics.

Key/Functional Skills    

Are Key Skills acceptable in lieu of GCSEs?:  Yes - but applicants should be advised that GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/Grade 4 is a minimum requirement for anyone who wants to go into teaching.

Are Functional Skills acceptable in lieu of GCSEs?: Yes - but applicants should be advised that GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/Grade 4 is a minimum requirement for anyone who wants to go into teaching

English Language Requirements:

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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This information was accurate on : 06/04/2021
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