Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
Direct Learning Support
Course Overview
Key Information | |
Level: | 3 |
Sector: | Direct Learning Support |
Qualification Type: | Occupational Qualification |
Total Qualification Time: | 320 |
Credit Value: | 32 |
Guided Learning Hours: | 185 |
Status: | Available to Learners |
Methods of Assessment: | Portfolio of Evidence |
Minimum Age: | 16 |
Qualification Purpose
The Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is aimed at those members of the school workforce who directly support the teaching and learning of pupils. The qualification provides the knowledge and understanding needed to work directly with children or young people in supporting the assessment for learning, developing relationships, promoting equality and diversity, and understanding how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people.
Age Ranges
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be at least 16 years old to undertake this qualification.
Geographical Coverage
This qualification is available in England and Northern Ireland.
Learner Entry Requirements
Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but additional criteria may be requested or specified by the centre.
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations
Please refer to the Focus Awards ‘Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy’. A copy is available for download from the Focus Awards website at the following url: https://www.focusawards.org.uk/wp- content/uploads/2016/08/Reasonable-Adjustments.pdf
Assessment Methods
This qualification is Internally Assessed. Each learner must create a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates achievement of all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit.
The main pieces of evidence for the portfolio could include some or all of the following:
- Assessor observation
- Witness testimony
- Learner product
- Worksheets
- Assignments/projects/reports
- Record of oral and written questioning
- Learner and peer reports
- Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
CASS Strategy
Assessment for this qualification is through a portfolio of evidence, including mandatory direct observation of practice. Focus Awards applies a risk-based approach to Centre Assessment Standards Scrutiny (CASS), including pre-delivery approval, annual standardisation, and regular external quality assurance (EQA) visits. Sample sizes are proportionate to centre risk, with enhanced scrutiny for new centres, inexperienced assessors, or where concerns are identified. Focus Awards ensures the validity and consistency of assessment decisions through proactive support, guidance, and intervention where necessary.
Grading
This qualification is graded on a ‘Pass’ / ‘Refer’ basis.
Progression Routes
Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:
- Level 3 Certificate in Cover Supervision of Pupils in Schools (RQF)
- Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
Supporting Material and Useful Websites
- https://focusawards.org.uk/supportingmaterials
- https:/ .uk
Course Highlights
Payment Plan
Option 1: Full Payment
£1000
Option 2: Instalment Plan
£250 deposit
2 Monthly Instalment of £375
3 Monthly Instalment of £250
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Qualification Structure
Learners must achieve all 11 mandatory units to achieve a total of 32 credits.
Mandatory Units
Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | GLH |
Communication and Professional Relationships with Children, Young People and Adults | F/601/3327 | 3 | 2 | 10 |
Schools as Organisations | A/601/3326 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
Support Learning Activities | F/601/4073 | 3 | 4 | 20 |
Promote Children and Young People’s Positive Behaviour | A/601/4069 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
Develop Professional Relationships with Children, Young People and Adults | H/601/4065 | 3 | 2 | 10 |
Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Work with Children and Young People | M/601/4070 | 3 | 2 | 10 |
Support Assessment for Learning | A/601/4072 | 3 | 4 | 20 |
Engage in Personal Development in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings | A/601/1429 | 3 | 3 | 10 |
Support Children and Young People’s Health and Safety | D/601/1696 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
Understand Child and Young Person Development | L/601/1693 | 3 | 4 | 30 |
Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People | Y/601/1695 | 3 | 3 | 25 |
