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  • DIPLOMA IN TEACHING & ENTERTAINING PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN
  • CERTIFICATE FOR TEACHING ASSISTANT
  • DIPLOMA IN CHILD CARE, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
  • DIPLOMA IN LIFE COACHING
  • DIPLOMA IN MANAGING CHILDREN'S BEHAVIOUR



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    DIPLOMA IN TEACHING & ENTERTAINING PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN
     
    Aim:During the course students will study a range of topics which develop an understanding of the needs of children, organising activities and the regulatory and administrative functions of day care.
    Target Audience:This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of managing the play and educational activities of young children. No prior knowledge is required.
    Content:The course is divided up into eight modules, as follows:

    Unit 1 – Stages of Child Development
    Growth and Development

    • Physical
    • Intellectual
    • Language
    • Emotional
    • Social

    Factors which affect Growth and Development

    • Diet
    • Food allergies
    • Health problems
    • Accidents
    • Culture
    • Environment
    • Loss or bereavement
    • Separation or divorce
    • Lack of stimulation
    • Learning difficulties

    Unit 2 – Observing and Assessing Behaviour
    • Types of observation
    • Methods of observation
    • Recording observations

    Unit 3 – Supporting Children with Special Needs
    • Gifted children
    • Talented children
    • Exploring the senses

    Unit 4 – Early Numeracy
    • Shape and size
    • Measurements
    • Money
    • Time

    Unit 5 – Early Literacy
    • Language and communication
    • Linking sounds and letters
    • Reading
    • Writing
    • English as an additional language

    Unit 6 – Personal, Social and Emotional Development
    • Forming relationships
    • Sense of community
    • Exploring cultures and religions
    • Equal opportunities
    • Recognising and dealing with emotions
    • Growing independence
    • Facing up to fears
    • Self confidence and self esteem

    Unit 7 – Physical, Intellectual and Creative Development
    • Fresh air and exercise
    • Indoor physical play
    • Outdoor physical play
    • Knowledge and understanding of the world
    • Science and technology
    • Cooking
    • Feeding the imagination
    • Painting, drawing, printing, collage and model making
    • Music
    • Role play

    Unit 8 – Promoting Safe Play
    • Child rights and protection
    • Health and safety
    • Dangers online
    • Television
    • Guns and toy weapons
    • Bullying
    Format:Accreditation The course leads to the award of the Diploma in Teaching & Entertaining Pre-school Children (Level 3) from ASET, a leading UK awarding body recognised by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority. Study Method The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration. Assessment Each element is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.
    Price:US$ 650
    Award:ASET
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    CERTIFICATE FOR TEACHING ASSISTANT
     
    Aim:The aims of the course are to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills appropriate to the conduct of a classroom support role, and to participation in a wide range of classroom support activities.
    Target Audience:This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice teaching / classroom assistant roles.
    Content:Structure

    The course has nine elements and students must complete four mandatory elements plus three optional elements

    Study Method

    The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of enrolment.

    Assessment

    Each element is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and then marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

    Course Duration

    Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies. The course will take around 90 hours of study to complete.

    Pack/Course Contents

    Your study pack is dispatched in full at the time of enrolment and provides all you need to complete your studies:

    • Studyguide
    • Comprehensive study notes for each element of the course
    • Self-assessment activities
    • Assignments
    • Tutor support
    • Assignment marking & feedback
    • Certification


    MANDATORY UNITS

    UNIT 1 Supporting the Teacher
    Element 1. The learning environment
    Element 2. Pupil behaviour
    Element 3. Observing and recording

    UNIT 2 Supporting the Pupil
    Element 1. Care and support
    Element 2. Health and hygiene
    Element 3. Child protection

    UNIT 3 Supporting the Curriculum
    Element 1. The National Curriculum
    Element 2. Planning, evaluating and assisting
    Element 3. pupils during all learning activities

    UNIT 4 Supporting the School
    Element 1. Legal requirements
    Element 2. School organisation
    Element 3. Policies and procedures


    OPTIONAL UNITS

    UNIT 5 Supporting ICT in the Classroom
    Element 1. Preparation and Maintenance of ICT Equipment
    Element 2. Supporting the Use of ICT Equipment
    Element 3. Keeping Pupil Records

    UNIT 6 Supporting Pupils with Special Education Needs
    Element 1. Inclusion and Special Educational Needs
    Element 2. Support for Learners

    UNIT 7 Supporting Literacy Development
    Element 1. Supporting the Development of Reading Skills
    Element 2. Supporting the Development of Writing Skills
    Element 3. Supporting the Development of Speaking and Listening Skills

    UNIT 8 Supporting Numeracy Development
    Element 1. Supporting the Development of Number Skills
    Element 2. Supporting the Development of Problem Solving and Data Handling Skills
    Element 3. Supporting the Understanding of Measures, Shape and Space

    UNIT 9 Working with Others
    Element 1. Working in Teams
    Element 2. Working with Colleagues
    Element 3. Working with other Professionals and Parents
    Format:At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 2 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The course is provided in conjunction with Kendal Publishing Limited – a licenced NCFE centre. NCFE is recognised as an awarding body by the qualification regulators for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland.
    Price:US$ 880
    Award:NCFE
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    DIPLOMA IN CHILD CARE, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
     
    Aim:The aims of this course are to allow students to develop: • an understanding of the role of learning and development in child care settings, and the legislative context within which child carers operate • an understanding of the personal and interpersonal skills required of a child carer at this level. • an understanding of early education frameworks
    Target Audience:This programme is designed for people who wish to work in the child care sector, in a nursery, crθche, nannying or babysitting environment. Anyone wishing to embark on a career in child care will benefit and it provides a route to the formal qualifications required to work in the sector.
    Content:The course is divided up into five units, as follows:

    Unit 1 Principles and values underpinning work with children and the protection and promotion of children’s rights
    1.1 principles and values in the sector
    1.2 children’s rights and legislation
    1.3 child protection
    1.4 personal Development

    Unit 2 The provision of healthy, safe and secure environments for children
    2.1 health and safety
    2.2 risk assessment
    2.3 emergencies, illness and accidents
    2.4 employment rights and responsibilities

    Unit 3 The provision of effective and high quality childcare environments
    3.1 caring for the disabled child
    3.2 physical care of children
    3.3 quality of childcare environments
    3.4 data protection

    Unit 4 Promoting child and young person development
    4.1 child and young person development
    4.2 supporting transitions
    4.3 multi-agency working
    4.4 managing the child-care setting

    Unit 5 Promoting learning within early education frameworks
    5.1 promoting learning
    5.2 early education frameworks
    5.3 purpose and role of learning and development of young people
    5.4 assessing and recording achievement
    Format:Accreditation The course leads to a Level 3 award in Child Care, Learning and Development from Open College Network (OCN) which is licensed by National Open College Network (NOCN), a leading UK awarding body recognised by the UK Qualifications and Curriculum Authority. Higher Education credits are available upon completion of this course. Students may also sit examinations for the GOAL level 3 Diploma in Child Care, Learning and Development qualification. This option MUST however by arranged by the student at a local GOAL exams centre and at the student’s own cost. Study Method The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration. Assessment Each element of the course is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted to and marked by your tutor. Upon successful completion of the assignments you will be eligible for certification from OCN. Please note that students assessments are moderated three times per year by NOCN. Submission dates and deadlines for moderation are fully detailed in the student study pack. Assessment for the GOAL qualification is through one multi-choice end-test per unit [five in total]. These must be arranged by the student at a local GOAL examination centre and at the student’s own cost. Full details of the GOAL assessment procedure are contained in the student study pack. This qualification can also provide evidence of underpinning knowledge towards the achievement of the Goal Level 3 National Vocational Qualification Children’s Care, Learning and Development.
    Price:US$ 880
    Award:OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK (OCN)
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    DIPLOMA IN LIFE COACHING
     
    Aim:The objectives of the course are to: • describe what the life coach process involves, and would it does • understand what makes an effective life coach • describe the range of activities to which life coaching can be applied • practice the skills of life coaching and evaluate the outcomes • investigate the principles of establishing a life coaching business
    Target Audience:This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of Life Coaching and establish a business providing Life Coaching. No prior knowledge is required.
    Content:The course is divided up into seven units, as follows:

    Unit 1: Introduction

    What is life coaching?

    • Coaching requirements
    • The aim of coaching
    • The coaching sessions

    What life coaching is not

    • Therapy
    • Counselling
    • Teaching or training
    • Consultancy
    • Mentoring

    Unit 2: What makes an effective coach?

    • Could you be a coach?
    • Competencies of coaching

    Unit 3: In what areas can coaching be applied?

    • Work
    • Home
    • Finances
    • Social life
    • Love
    • Dreams
    • Spiritual
    • Health

    Unit 4: Skills of the coach

    • Listening
    • Questioning
    • Silence
    • Values and beliefs
    • Rapport
    • Building self esteem
    • Not making suggestions
    • Encouraging responsibility

    Unit 5: The life coaching process

    • Discovery
    • Life’s purpose
    • TGROW model

    Unit 6: Practical Coaching

    Coaching styles
    • Push or pull

    The benefits of coaching for clients

    • How can the client get the most from coaching?
    • When is coaching most effective?

    Unit 7: Making a living from coaching

    Setting up your own business

    • Your business plan
    • Tax and the small business
    • VAT and the self employed
    • National Insurance
    • Insurance for the small company
    • Health and safety requirements

    Conclusion

    Appendices
    Format:Study Method The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration. Assessment Each element is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.
    Price:US$ 650
    Award:ASET
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    DIPLOMA IN MANAGING CHILDREN'S BEHAVIOUR
     
    Aim:During the course students will study a range of topics which develop an understanding of the needs of children, organising activities and the regulatory and administrative functions of day care.
    Target Audience:This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of managing the behaviour of young children. No prior knowledge is required.
    Content:The course is divided up into nine modules, as follows:

    Unit 1: An introduction to child behaviour
    • An introduction to child behaviour
    • Different types of behaviour
    • Children’s needs
    • Role models

    Unit 2:Factors which influence child behaviour
    • Race, Culture and Religion
    • Separation & Divorce
    • Re-marriage
    • Bereavement
    • Birth of a sibling
    • New Home
    • Child Abuse
    • Gender
    • Age
    • Short term unwanted behaviour
    • Long term unwanted behaviour

    Unit 3: Encouraging positive behaviour
    • Using rewards to encourage positive behaviour
    • Using re-inforcement to encourage positive behaviour

    Unit 4: Guidelines for dealing with unwanted behaviour
    • Setting boundaries
    • Policies
    • Sticking to rules
    • Tantrums
    • Bribery

    Unit 5: Responses to unwanted behaviour
    • Ignoring unwanted behaviour
    • Distraction
    • Play therapy

    Unit 6: Assessing behaviour
    • Observation techniques
    • Recording and analysing behaviour
    • Forming an objective assessment

    Unit 7: Physical punishments – law and ethics
    • Physical punishment
    • The smacking debate
    • The law and smacking
    • Is smacking appropriate?

    Unit 8: Communicating with parents

    • Parenting styles
    • Missing mummy?
    • Seeking additional support

    Unit 9: Bullying

    • The Bully
    • The victim
    • Seeking help and support
    • Bullying policies

    Appendix: useful addresses and web sites
    Format:Accreditation The course leads to the award of the Diploma in Managing Children’s Behaviour (Level 3) from ASET, a leading UK awarding body recognised by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority. Study Method The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration. Assessment Each element is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.
    Price:US$ 650
    Award:ASET
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