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Certificate in Supporting Learning in Primary Schools: Standard pathway
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This OU certificate is made up of 60 credits.
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What you will study
There are two ways to start a qualification. You can begin your studies at Stage 1, or, if you haven’t studied for a long time, you can get started by studying an Access module as an additional preparatory stage of your chosen qualification. We know from experience that students who have completed an Access module do better in their subsequent modules, so it could be the vital first step you take to help you succeed in your future studies.
To find out the recommended Access module for this pathway, choose your country in the Fees section below.
Stage 1
To achieve this certificate you study one compulsory 60-credit module, Supporting learning in primary schools (E111)Supporting learning in primary schools::This Level 1 course is appropriate for teaching and classroom assistants (paid or voluntary) working alongside teachers in primary schools, or if you’re working in a special school, hospital educational unit, or pupil referral unit where primary-aged children follow the National Curriculum. You’ll cover a range of themes including: the study of children’s learning; inclusive education; play and creativity; and English, maths and science. You’ll acquire a good knowledge of primary education, learn to work productively with teachers as team colleagues, and develop your ability to support children’s learning effectively.undergraduate.qualification.pathways.S11-1,module,E111,,1.
The module is designed to build your study skills while extending your knowledge of primary education and increasing your understanding of how to support children’s learning effectively.
You’ll develop appropriate and creative practices when working with children individually and in small and larger groups. You’ll also engage with a range of fascinating themes, including:
- children’s learning
- inclusive education
- play and creativity
- learning in English, maths and science
- the role of ICT
- home-school collaboration
- working collaboratively with teachers as team colleagues.
Your study will be supported by readings, video material and the module’s virtual learning environment, which will provide you with exciting opportunities to enhance your learning through discussion with other students and tutors. This online component of the module will also help you to develop your ICT skills within a supportive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to attend a number of face-to-face tutorials at key points during the module.
Modules quoted in qualification descriptions are those that are currently available for study. As the
structure of our qualifications is reviewed on a regular basis, the University is unable to guarantee that
the same selection of modules will continue to be available in future years.
How long it takes
It will take you nine months to complete the one module required for this certificate.
Fees
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If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution you may be able to transfer credit for this study and count it towards an Open University qualification. If you wish to apply to transfer credit you must do so as soon as possible, and before you register for your chosen qualification. If you are awarded credit for study completed elsewhere, you may find that you need to study fewer OU modules to complete your qualification with us.
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