Specialist Support For Teaching And Learning In Schools - Level 3 Diploma
Course Type
Further Education
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
1 Year
Start & End Date
15 September 2026
1 June 2027
Days
Tue
Time
17:00-21:00
Location
Ballymena
This course is suitable for anyone wishing to work as a classroom assistant in primary, secondary or special needs schools. The course will provide classroom-based learning designed to provide a thorough understanding of the curriculum requirements of the sector. A work placement assessor will also provide support and feedback to match the development needs of the student. The course is designed to provide students with a well-rounded and thorough knowledge of school and classroom policies and procedures. Subjects taught include: literacy development, numeracy development, safeguarding, professional development and behaviour management.
Students will be required to attend a mandatory pre-course information session
There are 15 units & a mandatory work placement (6-8 hours per week) in a suitable classroom setting where a minimum of two observations will be carried out as part of the assessment process.
The course will be assessed by assignments, case studies, practical exercises, presentations, and placement observations.
This course can lead to other qualifications such as:
100% of our students have been successful in gaining employment after completing this course.
Applicants must:
| Year | Fee | Reduced Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £606 | £468 |
| Total |
*For eligibility criteria, visit our fees and funding page.
You must arrange payment of your fees at the beginning of each academic year, regardless of whether your programme of study is one, two, or three years in duration. Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer please contact the College to confirm that an approved Employer Consent Form has been completed and uploaded to the online admissions portal.
Direct Debit Payment
You can arrange for fees to paid by instalments if you are enrolling on a course(s) of 16 weeks duration or more and the total cost is greater than £200. Full details are available on our Fees and Funding page.
Funding
If you have applied for funding, you must provide evidence of your application, such as an acknowledgement email or confirmation from the Education Authority or Student Finance NI. This evidence should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and may also be submitted at any reception. Once your funding has been approved, upload confirmation to the online admissions portal and email a copy studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk. Find out more about available funding options.
If application for funding is unsuccessful the student is liable for payment of fees in full. All fees to be collected by 28 February 2027.
Contact Details
Direct Debit or Payment Queries
E: finance@nrc.ac.uk
All tutors are qualified and experienced counsellors. This underpins the authenticity of teaching and learning activities as students engage with practitioners who understand the challenges and opportunities of the counselling role. The following teaching team deliver this course at Northern Regional College:
Staff Team
The course will be assessed by assignments, case studies, practical exercises, presentations, and placement observations.
This course is suitable for anyone wishing to work as a classroom assistant in primary, secondary or special needs schools. The course will provide classroom-based learning designed to provide a thorough understanding of the curriculum requirements of the sector. A work placement assessor will also provide support and feedback to match the development needs of the student. The course is designed to provide students with a well-rounded and thorough knowledge of school and classroom policies and procedures. Subjects taught include: literacy development, numeracy development, safeguarding, professional development and behaviour management.
Students will be required to attend a mandatory pre-course information session
There are 15 units & a mandatory work placement (6-8 hours per week) in a suitable classroom setting where a minimum of two observations will be carried out as part of the assessment process.
This course can lead to other qualifications such as:
100% of our students have been successful in gaining employment after completing this course.
Applicants must:
Course Fees
| Year | Fee | Reduced Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £606 | £468 |
| Total |
*For eligibility criteria, visit our fees and funding page.
You must arrange payment of your fees at the beginning of each academic year, regardless of whether your programme of study is one, two, or three years in duration. Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer please contact the College to confirm that an approved Employer Consent Form has been completed and uploaded to the online admissions portal.
Direct Debit Payment
You can arrange for fees to paid by instalments if you are enrolling on a course(s) of 16 weeks duration or more and the total cost is greater than £200. Full details are available on our Fees and Funding page.
Funding
If you have applied for funding, you must provide evidence of your application, such as an acknowledgement email or confirmation from the Education Authority or Student Finance NI. This evidence should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and may also be submitted at any reception. Once your funding has been approved, upload confirmation to the online admissions portal and email a copy studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk. Find out more about available funding options.
If application for funding is unsuccessful the student is liable for payment of fees in full. All fees to be collected by 28 February 2027.
Contact Details
Direct Debit or Payment Queries
E: finance@nrc.ac.uk