Qualification Overview
The Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) is aimed at those learners currently working as a teaching assistant who wish to progress to Higher Level Teaching Assistant status.
The Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding when analysing and addressing the different challenges that classroom assistants are likely to encounter. Learners will also understand methods of working with individuals and small groups, as well as gaining essential insight into supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
Qualification structure
To successfully achieve this qualification a learner must complete all 7 mandatory units, achieving a total of 36 credits.
Learner entry requirements
Learners are required to be working within a school as a teaching assistant.
Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but training providers or colleges may have their own guidelines.
Progression routes
On successful achievement of the Focus Awards learners may wish to progress onto becoming a teacher. Qualifications could include the following:
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training
- Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
- Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF)
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 has been accredited for use in England and Northern Ireland.
Qualification Specification
To view the Qualification Specification please click here.