Course | Teaching Assistant Complete Course

Description

The Teaching Assistant Course Online is designed to help you become an effective, confident classroom assistant, with a focus on supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.

Overview of Teaching Assistant Complete Course

Become an accomplished, confident classroom assistant with a specific focus on supporting SEN students with this accredited online course.

The Complete Teaching Assistant Course is taught by expert instructors, with modules covering teaching fundamentals, practical classroom methodologies and how to provide support to children with special educational needs, dyslexia and ADHD.

The Complete Teaching Assistant Course is delivered through engaging, informative video lessons, PDF handouts, practical exercises and automated assessments.

You will learn knowledge and expertise in understanding child development, safeguarding the welfare of children, adapting to physical, sensory and cognitive impairments and reasonable adjustments for pupils on the autistic spectrum. You also gain broader, transferable skills in professional classroom management and communication.

Learning Outcomes of Teaching Assistant Course

Understand the role and responsibilities of a teaching assistant.
Develop professional skills for working with children and supporting their learning needs.
Learn about school policies, curriculum assessment, and monitoring practices.
Gain strategies to create the best learning environment for students.
Understand child development and the specific needs of SEN students.
Learn effective methods for understanding and managing student behavior and relationships.
Explore career prospects and development opportunities for teaching assistants in the UK.
Develop strong communication skills to effectively support and engage with students.

Extra Included:

Enrolment Letter
One Prompt CV Builder
Unlimited Free Retake Exams
Free CPD Accredited Certificate
Bonus Course Included: Dyslexia Awareness Cours
The course was audited and updated on: 10th December, 2025

Method Of Assessment​

Learners can complete a mock exam to practice and assess their understanding before taking the final exam. The final multiple-choice exam is automatically marked, and learners must achieve at least 60% to pass. Successful learners receive a CPD-certified certificate.

Key Features of Complete Teaching Assistant Course

Learners can complete a mock exam to practice and assess their understanding before taking the final exam. The final multiple-choice exam is automatically marked, and learners must achieve at least 60% to pass. Successful learners receive a CPD-certified certificate.

Certification

After completing the Teaching Assistant Complete Course assessment, you will qualify for a CPD certified certificate from One Education to showcase your achievement.

The certificate is available in two formats: a PDF version for £9 or a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.

Key Features of Complete Teaching Assistant Course

Focuses on supporting children with special educational needs like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.
Teaches practical strategies to assist in literacy, numeracy, and classroom activities.
Emphasizes safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children in educational settings.
Offers flexible online learning with engaging videos, downloadable resources, and self-paced study.
Provides guidance on adapting teaching approaches for children with diverse cognitive and sensory needs.
Includes assessment and feedback from expert tutors to help improve skills and knowledge.

Why study this Teaching Assistant Course?

Studying this Teaching Assistant Course helps you gain skills to support students, especially those with special needs, autism, and ADHD. It teaches you how to manage classrooms, communicate well, and understand child development, making you a better teaching assistant. The course also improves your career opportunities with a recognized qualification.

Requirements

The Teaching Assistant course requirements are simple. Anyone aged 16 or older, with a basic understanding of child development, special educational needs (SEN), and a passion for learning, can enrol in this CPD certified course. The course is fully online and can be accessed from any internet-enabled device, allowing you to study at your own pace from the comfort of your home!

Course Duration

The Teaching Assistant course offers flexible, self-paced learning with a total duration of around 12 hours, typically completed within 1 to 3 months based on each learner’s schedule and dedication.

Career Path

The career path for teaching assistants in the UK offers roles like general teaching assistants, SEN assistants, and those specializing in autism or ADHD. Average salaries range from £18,000 to £22,000 for teaching assistants, £20,000 to £25,000 for SEN assistants, and £21,000 to £26,000 for specialized roles.

Course Curriculum

Teaching Assistant
Module 01: Teaching Assistant Overview 00:23:00
Module 02: Professional Developments for a TA 00:29:00
Module 03: Working with the School and Its Policies 00:26:00
Module 04: Discussion on Curriculum, Assessment and Monitoring 00:25:00
Module 05: Providing the Best Learning Environment 00:20:00
Module 06: Learn to Implement ICT, Literacy and Numeracy Development Processes as a TA 00:16:00
Module 07: Child Development and the SEN Support 00:18:00
Module 08: Understanding Behaviour & Relationships as a TA 00:21:00
Module 09: Experienced TAs Maintain Strong Communications with the Students 00:16:00
Module 10: Career Prospects for TAs in the UK 00:25:00

SEN Teaching
Module 01: Special Education Needs (SEN) An Overview 00:08:00
Module 02: SEN Support 00:12:00
Module 03: High Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN 00:09:00
Module 04: SEN Teaching Methodologies 00:20:00
Module 05: Communication and Interaction 00:10:00
Module 06: Cognition and Learning 00:20:00
Module 07: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties 00:11:00
Module 08: Sensory or Physical Needs 00:15:00
Module 09: Working in Partnership 00:09:00

Autism Awareness
Module 01: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) 00:25:00
Module 02: Learning Difficulties Related to Autism 00:23:00
Module 03: Autism Diagnosis 00:16:00
Module 04: Cognitive Approaches in Autism 00:17:00
Module 05: Dealing with Autistic Individuals 00:22:00
Module 06: Other Considerations for Dealing with Autistic Individuals 00:19:00
Module 07: Engagement in Autism Awareness 00:13:00

ADHD Awareness
Module 01: Introduction to ADHD 00:13:00
Module 02: ADHD in Young and Adults 00:19:00
Module 03: ADHD in Family Settings 00:12:00
Module 04: ADHD in Educational Settings and Parent Training 00:19:00
Module 05: ADHD and Attention Difficulties 00:15:00
Module 06: Cognitive Approaches in ADHD 00:16:00
Module 07: The Organisation of Care for ADHD 00:21:00

Dyslexia
Module 01: Introduction to Dyslexia 00:18:00
Module 02: Dyslexia and Learning Difficulties 00:18:00
Module 03: Dyslexia in the School 00:23:00
Module 04: Cognitive Approaches in Dyslexia 00:16:00
Module 05: Law for Dyslexia 00:14:00

Mock Exam
Mock Exam – Teaching Assistant Complete Course 00:20:00

Final Exam
Final Exam – Teaching Assistant Complete Course 00:20:00

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Prices

Original price: £425 excluding VAT.

The price listed reflects a one-time payment. Other pricing options are available for this course:

• Annual Membership - £999
• Lifetime Membership - £2490

For further information, please visit One Education website.