Skill Details

View Skill (Open Access)

Skill Details

Skill Name

Skill Category

Is Accredited

NoYes

Is Apprenticeship

NoYes

Skill Overview

By taking the Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools course, you will develop your knowledge of the teaching and learning environment in schools. This qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners, including young people and mature individuals working towards employment in the school setting.

Learning Objectives

Understand schools as organisations: In this unit, you will learn all about schools as organisations, including the different types of schools, the policies and procedures applicable to schools and finally, the different areas of learning in schools.

Understand how to keep children and young people healthy, safe and well: The second unit will introduce you to topics such as the main stages of development from birth to 19 years of age, how to keep individuals safe in the learning environment, healthy eating and equality, diversity and inclusion. 

Understand how to communicate with children, young people and adults: In this final unit, you will learn about how to communicate effectively with children, young people and adults within a team and how to encourage individuals in a learning environment.

Funding Option

Funding Eligibility

The majority of our courses are free for Manchester residents aged 19+. During your assessment and enrolment appointment, we will assess your eligibility.

However, if you meet the requirements below, it’s likely that you’ll be eligible and will not have to pay any fees for your course.

•	Employed and earning less than £25,000
•	Unemployed and in receipt of an income-based benefit
•	Studying for your first full Level 2 on an eligible legal entitlement course.

Skill Price ex VAT (£)

Skill Length

Skill Level

Skill Timings

Delivery Method

Skill Eligibility (Prerequisites for skill/software requirements)

To be eligible for this course, you must have an Entry 3 English and maths qualification.

You will also need access to a device (laptop or computer) at home. You can apply to our Chromebook loan system if you do not have a suitable device.

Last Application Date

Skill Enrolment

Skill Status

Skill Enquiry Details

First Name

Last Name

Telephone

Postcode

Are you a company owner or senior decision maker?

NoYes

No. of Delegates

What is your company name?

Would you like to explore skills support for your organisation through GM Business Growth Hub?

NoYes

I accept the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy

NoYes

Skill