Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Course

• Flexible Online Learning
  The course is delivered online, enabling learners to study from anywhere and at any time that suits them.
• Nationally Recognised Qualification
  Upon successful completion, learners receive a TQUK Level 4 RQF Certificate, recognised by schools across the country.
• Expert Tutor Support
  Learners have access to qualified tutors for guidance and support throughout their learning journey.
• Interactive Learning Materials
  The course utilises engaging and interactive online materials to enhance the learning experience.
• Assessment Methods
  Online learning, written assignments, recordings, observations.

Additional Information

Typical course length: 9 months (87 hours)
Course level:  Level 4 RQF Certificate 
Awarding body: TQUK
Minimum age:  18 years old 
Course price:  £450 + VAT

By completing this course, you will gain a nationally recognised qualification and HLTA status, which can significantly enhance your career prospects and personal development. 

This course enables you to aid in planning lessons, playing a role in producing support materials, lead a class under supervision and take responsibility for other support staff.

It also leads to further career progression opportunities within the education sector.

Because of this increased level of responsibility, HLTAs can expect to be paid a slightly higher salary than a TA. 

What will I learn?

The course is divided into the following units:

Unit 1

Awareness of special educational needs - child development and wellbeing 

Unit 2

Child development & welfare - supporting children and young people with special educational needs 

Unit 3

Developing skills to promote positive working relationships - promoting children and young people’s positive behaviour 

Unit 4

Promoting positive behaviour in children & young people - working with individuals and groups of learners

Unit 5

Providing support for individual learners & small groups - positive working relationships 

Unit 6

Understanding the HLTA role - curriculum planning, monitoring, delivery and assessment 

This course is delivered online by award-winning training provider LMP Education.  
 
You must have a line manager, supervisor or qualified person to carry out written formal testimonies. 

Upon completion, you will gain a Level 4 Certificate in Higher Level Teaching Assistant RQF from the awarding body TQUK. 

This qualification will enable you to take on roles such as Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Specialist Support Assistant, and Support for Specialist Curriculum Areas. 

1. You need to be employed in a school as a teaching assistant. 
2. You must be over the age of 18 and able to fully commit to the course. 
3. You must have the relevant ID to register for this course
4. You must not have done this qualification at the same level previously.

The course is delivered remotely via LMP Education.
You will need a laptop or computer to be able to access and study on this course.