Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3 Diploma
University of DerbyBuxton Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Open doors to exciting careers – progress further to roles such as Early Years Practitioner, Primary School Teacher, Childminder, or Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. Hands-on industry experience – complete a minimum of half a day per week in real-world placements with nurseries, schools, and childcare providers. Learn from experts – guidance from experienced tutors and industry professionals ensures you gain practical and theoretical knowledge.
Develop specialist skills – build expertise in safeguarding, SEND, behaviour management, play, attachment, and working with families. Learn around work – you’ll learn on campus one evening per week, meaning you can study without having to take time away from work. Real-time feedback – you'll be observed on your placement, so you’ll get real-time feedback on how to improve your industry practice.
Key highlights
- Weekly placements of at least half a day in nurseries, schools or childcare
- Specialist skills in safeguarding, SEND, behaviour management and attachment
- Taught on campus one evening per week, fitting around work
- Observed on placement with real-time feedback on your practice
- Guidance from experienced tutors and industry professionals
Entry requirements
Hands-on industry experience – complete a minimum of half a day per week in real-world placements with nurseries, schools, and childcare providers. Learn from experts – guidance from experienced tutors and industry professionals ensures you gain practical and theoretical knowledge.
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Teaching Assistant
- Early Years Practitioner
- Childminder
- Primary School Teacher
- Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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