Learners must be at least 18 years old and employed in a suitable role within a school or college. Minimum GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English, Level 3 STLS (or equivalent) is required as well as experience, knowledge and understanding of working in schools or colleges is a requirement for this CPD qualification.

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods which could include:

• direct observation within the workplace
• written assignments and professional discussion in line with the Assessment of Learning provided for each unit.

The Certificate will be completed in a year.

This is a work-based qualification. Learners must be employed in a school or college setting at Level 3 to complete this qualification.

This qualification may be used alongside other qualifications to progress onto higher education. Career opportunities Learners may progress within the workforce in the following job roles and responsibilities:

• Higher Level Practitioner/Teaching Assistant
• internal progression at a higher level, including those with management responsibilities
• leadership, mentoring, supervision and management opportunities.