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Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification
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110 hours · Self-paced
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Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
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Note: This Offer is Valid Only for the First 50 Learners!

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Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to expand your skill set and advance your career? Our Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification is tailored specifically for Teaching Assistants like you who want to enhance their knowledge and skills and take on higher-level responsibilities. With a focus on advanced teaching techniques, this course will help you become a valuable asset to any educational setting.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification is Ofqual regulated (the UK Govt. recognised) and offers you 36 credits in this programme so that you can improve your teaching skills and enhance your chances of employability. This Higher Level Teaching Assistant course was precisely created by renowned world-leading professors to thoroughly prepare you for the academic year-end assessment for the Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant course has been accredited by Focus Awards, the UK's fastest-growing awarding organisation, allowing you to learn from the best. Focus Awards is a well-known awarding organisation governed by Ofqual, ensuring professionalism and recognition of your credentials. You will have the opportunity to explore education and training ideas, principles, and models. As a result, you can rest assured that your learning experience will be exceptional.

Additionally, you'll receive not one but 20 Premium CPD-approved courses for FREE with this Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification certificate!!! The courses are:

With this Higher Level Teaching Assistant Course, learners will get the 20 Premium courses absolutely FREE.

  • ⇒ Course 01: Education Management
  • ⇒ Course 02: Educational Psychology and Development
  • ⇒ Course 03: Advanced Teaching Assistant Diploma
  • ⇒ Course 04: Special Education Needs (SEN) Training - Level 2
  • ⇒ Course 05: EYFS Teaching - Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 06: Phonics Teaching Diploma Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 07: Leadership in Teaching
  • ⇒ Course 08: Lesson Planning for Teaching
  • ⇒ Course 09: Remote Teaching Online
  • ⇒ Course 10: Classroom Behaviour Management
  • ⇒ Course 11: Performance Management
  • ⇒ Course 12: People Management Skills Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 13: Report Writing
  • ⇒ Course 14: Domestic Violence and Abuse Awareness - Level 2
  • ⇒ Course 15: Child Neglect Awareness Certificate Course
  • ⇒ Course 16: Level 3 Mental Health and Adolescent Course
  • ⇒ Course 17: Safeguarding Children Level 3
  • ⇒ Course 18: Functional Skills English Practice Level 2
  • ⇒ Course 19: Train the Trainer
  • ⇒ Course 20: Leadership & Management Diploma

These courses will help you expand your knowledge and understanding of teaching assistantship, SEN teaching, EYFS education, and much more!

Enrol today and grab this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Why is this Higher Level Teaching Assistant Course perfect for You?

  • Choose & Advance Your Career: Join today and make a life-changing decision, learn with our Regulated qualifications and move up to the next level in your organisation with expertise.

  • 20 Additional Courses: With a single payment, you will get access to the Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification along with 20 additional CPD courses.

  • Upgrade Your Skills: Add value to your current educational profile and gain the skill sets to compete in your job role with unlimited dedicated personal tutor support.

  • Enhance Your Credibility: Quality assured for your peace of mind - qualification regulated by Ofqual. This course is Ofqual, UK Govt. Regulated and Awarded by Focus Awards, which adds value to your educational profile.

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Qualification Summary

  • Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
  • Qualification title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification
  • Accreditation status: Accredited
  • Level: 4
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 87
  • Total Qualification Time (TQT): 360
  • Qualification number (QN): 601/8533/8.

Qualification

Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)

Regulated by Ofqual

Assessment details

Assessment

Included in course price

CPD

200 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

****Course Curriculum of Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification****

**HLTA - Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)**

  • Awareness of special educational needs
  • Child development and welfare
  • Curriculum planning, delivery and assessment
  • Developing skills to promote positive working relationships
  • Promoting positive behaviour in children and young people
  • Providing support for individual learners and small groups
  • Understand the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role

Course Duration

  • Guided Learning Hours

These hours are made up of all contact time, guidance, or supervision of a learner by a lecturer, supervisor, tutor, trainer, or other appropriate education or training providers.

Guided Learning Hours for this qualification is 87.

  • Total Qualification Time

Total Qualification Time comprises GLH and an estimate of the number of hours a learner is likely to spend in preparation, study or any other learning, including assessment, which takes place as directed by, but not under the supervision of a lecturer supervisor or tutor. The credit value, where given for qualification, is determined by TQT, as one credit corresponds to 10 hours of learning.

The total Qualification Time for this qualification is 360 hours.

Assessment

The qualification assessments will be taken through tutor-marked assignments. Upon completing each unit, the learner must attempt a series of questions with comprehensive answers, which will be marked by the tutor. The tutor-marked tasks are required to be assessed by a professional as well.

Thereupon, to ensure all the course assignments have met the standards properly by both the learners and assessors, the tasks are subjected to internal and external moderation.

NB: At least 50 hours of work placement within a school is required to accomplish this assessment. The work setting can either be a primary, secondary or special school with pupils aged 5+ and studying Key Stage 1 or above.

As a part of this placement, learners will require a member with occupational competence in supervising and signing the witness testimonies, to ensure they have gained the work-based learning outcomes of this programme properly.

Method of Assessment

  • Assessment activities consist of a few short assignments that you have to complete to show evidence of general reading while adding references to your work.
  • All assignments should be submitted via the online portal.
  • All learning outcomes must be met to achieve a Pass – there is no grading.

Certification of this Higher Level Teaching Assistant course:

Successful candidates will be awarded a HLTA - Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) from Focus Awards Limited.

You will also get CPD-accredited Teach the Teachers Level 3, Education Management, Educational Psychology and Development, Lesson Planning for Teaching, and Home Education courses certificates from Apex Learning.

Progression

Successful learners may wish to progress to teaching qualifications such as:

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Who is this course for?

Our comprehensive Higher Level Teaching Assistant course is designed for ambitious students who are currently employed or seeking employment in the teaching field.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant course is also suitable for individuals who:

  • Wish to join in a teaching professionals
  • Beginner in this field and wish to acquire in-demand assessing skills
  • Wish to gain formal recognition of their skills
  • Want to study from home at their own convenience

Requirements

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Level 4 Qualification:

  • There are no specific entry requirements.
  • The qualification is suitable for learners who are 16 years and above.

NB: At least 50 hours of work placement within a school is required to accomplish this assessment. The work setting can either be a primary, secondary or special school with pupils aged 5+ and studying Key Stage 1 or above.

As a part of this placement, learners will require a member with occupational competence in supervising and signing the witness testimonies to ensure they have gained the work-based learning outcomes of this programme properly.

Career path

You will have the ability to accomplish a lot of things with this certification.

  • Teaching Assistant: £18,000 - £26,000 per annum
  • Learning Support Assistant: £16,000 - £25,000 per annum
  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA): £20,000 - £35,000 per annum
  • Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant: £18,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Kiera asked:

Does the price include the certificate? Thank you

Answer:

Dear Keira, Yes, the price includes the certificate. After successfully completing the course, you will receive your certificate.

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Shell asked:

Are 3 courses combined to receive one overall qualification, thereby completed altogether, or are they separately recognised qualifications?

Answer:

Hello Shell, Thank you for your query. No, the main course Higher Level Teaching Assistant is Ofqual regulated course. Other 3 are bonus courses, which are CPD accredited. Have a nice day.

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Shaney asked:

Good Morning, My partner wanted to get me this course as a gift and I was wondering if he pays for it can the course still go in my name? Shaney

Answer:

Hi Shaney, Your partner can pay for the course as a gift. Thanks.

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Jackie asked:

Hello, I currently volunteer at a primary school approximately 6 hours per week. Does this qualify me?

Answer:

Dear Jackie, Thanks for your query. Yes, you can use this to enrol in the course.

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Kisakye asked:

Are overseas applications accepted, please?

Answer:

Hi Kisakye, Yes, as long as you fulfill the entry requirements. Entry Requirement for this course: - It is recommended that learners have a minimum of level two in literacy and numeracy or equivalent and be working/volunteering in a school as a teaching assistant. - The qualification is suitable for learners 16 years of age and above.

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Sm asked:

Do i need to have a L3 QUALIFICATION to do this& do i need to be working in a school.if so,how many hours?How does this course differ from cache HLTA

Answer:

Dear Sm, Level 3 Qualification is not needed. However, you need to be working in a school as a TA. Some elements of this may be completed by a witness statement from the teacher you are working alongside. The hours may vary depending on how many of the Assessment Criteria you will be giving witness statements for. Total qualification time and GLH are different from Cache. Also, this course has 36 credits, whereas cache has only 21 credits. The progression routes are different too.

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David Evans asked:

If I have the Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools would I be able to do the level 4 please. Thank you.

Answer:

Hello David, Thank you for your query. Yes, you will be able to do the Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Thank you.

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David John Evans asked:

Is this qualification recognised by schools i.e. officially a Level 4 HLTA qualification that I can put on my cv or not. Also can I get support.......

Answer:

Hello David, Thank you for your query. The course is qualified by Focus Awards which is Ofqual regulated. You will be able to mention the qualification on your CV. You will be receiving necessary support. Thank you.

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David John Evans asked:

Once I complete this qualification will I be qualified as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant please, do I need to be specifically working in a school.

Answer:

Hello David, Thank you for your query. Yes, upon completion and acquiring the certification you will be qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Yes, you are required to be working in a school as a Teaching Assistant. Thank you

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Julie asked:

Does this course qualify for an advanced learner loan?

Answer:

Hello Julie, Thank you for your query. Unfortunately, HLTA Level 4 Qualification is not approved for advanced learner loan. The loan is approved for Level 5 DET Qualifications. Have a nice day.

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Kuly asked:

Hi. Do you need to be working in a school for this course?

Answer:

Hello Kuly, Thank you for your query. The learners is required to have a minimum of level 2 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent and be working/volunteering in a school as a teaching assistant. Have a nice day.

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Sara asked:

Will I have to be in a job role to take this course? What jobs could I do with this qualifications

Answer:

Hello Sara, Thank you for your query. The learners have a minimum of level 3 in External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes & Practice or equivalent. The jobs you can apply for is as a: - Teacher - Education professional - Education trainer - Teaching Assistant - Education and Training Officer Have a nice day.

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Anurag asked:

Dear Sir/Madam, Can an Indian working as English Lecturer at University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Oman to pursue this course? Anurag.

Answer:

Dear Anurag, Thank you for your query. Yes, you can pursue this course from Oman as this course is conducted online and anyone from anywhere in the world can enrol on this course. There are no specific entry requirements, but we recommend that learners have a minimum of level three in External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes & Practice or equivalent. Have a nice day.

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sarah asked:

Please can you provide details of this course. Do you gain 3 qualifications at the end ? Does it give HLTA statue ?

Answer:

Hello Sarah, Thank you for your query. You will be acquiring a TQUK qualification once you have completed and passed the course. TQUK is a well-established awarding organisation governed by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England, CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland, and Qualifications Wales, ensuring professionalism and recognition of the qualifications. Have a nice day.

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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