Qualification Overview
The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is a knowledge based qualification aimed at those learners who work or wish to work in a support staff role within schools that directly support the teaching and learning of pupils.
The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) aims to develop the knowledge and understanding for working in a school setting and covers areas such as safeguarding, communication, child development and understanding the school context.
The Focus Awards is a knowledge based qualification, it can be taken by learners not yet employed in a school, or those in school who are seeking a higher level role.
Qualification Structure
Learners must achieve all 4 mandatory units to achieve a total credit of 12.
Learner Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but training providers or colleges may have their own guidelines.
Progression Routes
Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:
- Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
Age Ranges
This qualification is accredited for learners who are at least 16 years old.
Geographical Coverage
This qualification has been accredited for use in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Qualification Specification
To view the Qualification Specification please click here.