Course Title: Access to Higher Education Diploma in Education
Awarding Organisation: Open Awards and QAA (The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Access Credits: 60 credits, of which 45 are graded at Referred, Pass, Merit, or Distinction
Entry Requirements: Maths and English at Level 2 or above, or willingness to enrol on a level 2 Maths and English programmes (with us or another institution)
Limitations: This course is only available to learners in England
Course Length: The course is spread across one academic year, you can start learning at any month of the year. The Awarding Board and results are released twice per year
Awarding Organisation: Open Awards and QAA (The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Access Credits: 60 credits, of which 45 are graded at Referred, Pass, Merit, or Distinction
Entry Requirements: Maths and English at Level 2 or above, or willingness to enrol on a level 2 Maths and English programmes (with us or another institution)
Limitations: This course is only available to learners in England
Course Length: The course is spread across one academic year, you can start learning at any month of the year. The Awarding Board and results are released twice per year
Month |
Block and Modules |
Credits |
Joining Month |
Induction Skills Block: Punctuation and Grammar Skills Roles and Responsibilities in Education and Training Within this induction block, which you will complete during your month of joining, you will complete a range of introductory units to help you gain the initial knowledge and skills in teaching roles and responsibilities, equality and inclusion, and academic skills before your embark upon your qualification. Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand the use of punctuation as an aid to understanding Understand how different parts of speech are used in the construction of sentences Understand the use of subordinate clauses and paragraphs in written English Roles and Responsibilities in Education and Training Equal Opportunities in the School Environment Understand the teaching role and responsibilities in education and training Understand ways to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment Understand the relationship between teachers and other professionals in education and training |
Developmental: 3 Graded: 3 |
August |
BREAK - If you have some work to catch up on, or improvements to make, this is a time you could use. |
- |
September |
Block 1: Education as a Subject Applying for Higher Education Professional Behaviours Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand the importance of an accurate record of academic and non-academic achievements and experiences Know the need for career planning based on realistic expectations Make an application through UCAS or another appropriate clearing system Appreciate the importance of monitoring plans and evaluating outcomes Understand the importance of working well with others Understand the importance of self development and reflective practices Understand the importance of self organisation |
Developmental: 3 Developmental: 3 |
October |
Block 2: Teaching Skills Theories of How Children Learn Lesson Preparation Skills Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand different models of teaching Understand key aspects of cognitive development Understand how learning theory influences classroom practice Understand the factors to be taken into account when planning lessons Understand the resources available for use in the school classroom Be able to prepare lesson plans and learning resources for a teaching placement Be able to engage in reflective practice in the development of own teaching skills |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
November |
Block 3: English Language The Sounds of English Children’s Language Acquisition Standard and Non-Standard English Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand how the sounds of English are produced by the human voice Understand how phonology, phonetics and phonemics are used to analyse the sounds of English Understand the research methods used to investigate child language development Understand language acquisition theories Understand the main stages of child language acquisition and the role of significant others in the process Understand grammatical terms and sentence structures Understand the main differences between Standard and Non-standard forms of English |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
December |
BREAK - If you have some work to catch up on, or improvements to make, this is a time you could use. |
- |
January |
Block 4: English Literature Short Stories Children’s Literature Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand Short Stories as a literary genre Demonstrate the skills to recognise themes of Short Stories, and the ways in which authors of short stories make choice of literary techniques to express meaning Generate informed reader response to provide interpretation of Short Stories Understand children’s literature as a literary genre Be able to analyse different types of children’s literature Recognise the educational values of children's literature |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
February |
Block 5: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Child and Adolescent Mental Health Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand the historical and current context of mental health services for children and adolescents Understand the reasons why children and adolescents may experience mental ill-health and poor well-being Understand a range of child and adolescent therapeutic interventions and how effective they are in improving mental health |
Graded: 3 |
March |
Block 6: Safeguarding Children and Young People in Education Safeguarding The Prevent Duty Upon completion of this block, you will: Understand the term ‘safeguarding’ Understand the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse Know how to recognise signs of abuse or potential harm Know how to respond if abuse or harm is disclosed, suspected or alleged Understand the Prevent Duty Understand the terms ‘radicalisation’, ‘extremism’ and ‘terrorism’ Understand how to reduce the risk of radicalisation |
Developmental: 3 Developmental: 3 |
April |
BREAK - If you have some work to catch up on, or improvements to make, this is a time you could use. |
- |
May |
Block 7: Equality and Diversity in Education Education and Social Inequality Learning and Gender Equal Opportunities in the School Environment Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand key developments in education policy since 1944 Understand some of the barriers and opportunities which affect educational achievement Understand education as a secondary agent of socialisation Understand how the education experience is different for girls and boys Understand the impact that schooling has on gender inequality Understand feminist perspectives on education |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
June |
Block 8: Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Practice Learning Difficulties in the School Environment Understand Inclusive Learning Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand types of learning difficulty Understand the services available to support children with learning difficulties Understand strategies teachers may use in the classroom to support children with learning difficulties Understand inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training Understand ways to create an inclusive teaching and learning environment Be able to plan inclusive teaching and learning Be able to deliver inclusive teaching and learning Be able to evaluate the delivery of inclusive teaching and learning Understand the role of schools’ policies in addressing equal opportunities issues Understand the context for the variation in attainment levels between boys and girls at school Understand the context for variations in attainment between school pupils of different ethnic backgrounds |
Graded: 6 Graded: 3 |
July |
ACADEMIC PAUSE - GRADING |
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This Access to Higher Education Diploma in Education is an excellent start point if you have an interest in attending university to train as a teacher, train in special educational needs, early years, or other educational based degree qualifications. This course also provides you with the learning and skills to begin to work as a teaching assistant in schools, or even take a step to working as a vocational teacher, trainer, or assessor in colleges or private training providers.
All our Access to Higher Education Diplomas are studied remotely and online, so you can study flexibly around your life. The course is structured and with 'face to face' tutor support, just like being in a college.
This qualification contains a range of carefully selected modules, covering Safeguarding, inclusive practice, teaching skills, English Language and Literature, and learning theories. In addition, you will have the opportunity to prepare for your applications for university and an understanding of professional values, roles, and relationships within the sector. A special feature of our Access to Higher Education Diploma in Education is that you complete two practical teaching sessions with a small group, to prepare you to practice teaching and for your teacher training applications- these will be completed online.
When studying with NCCE, you will be provided with a structured learning plan to follow. You will have access to taught sessions, 121 sessions with your tutor, interactive learning resources, and swift marking turnaround times of 3-5 days.
Upon completion of this qualification, with minimum grades at merit and distinction, you can apply for a range of professional training degrees in nursing and Midwifery.
Please select your University of choice to ensure acceptance on their programme within their minimum entry requirements.
Some opportunities selected for you to review
University of Derby - B.Ed. Primary Teaching with QTS - Access to HE 45 Credits at Distinction
Nottingham Trent University BA (Hons) English with Secondary Education (QTS) - 120 UCAS points including A2HE plus Maths, English at Grade C and above
All our Access to Higher Education Diplomas are studied remotely and online, so you can study flexibly around your life. The course is structured and with 'face to face' tutor support, just like being in a college.
This qualification contains a range of carefully selected modules, covering Safeguarding, inclusive practice, teaching skills, English Language and Literature, and learning theories. In addition, you will have the opportunity to prepare for your applications for university and an understanding of professional values, roles, and relationships within the sector. A special feature of our Access to Higher Education Diploma in Education is that you complete two practical teaching sessions with a small group, to prepare you to practice teaching and for your teacher training applications- these will be completed online.
When studying with NCCE, you will be provided with a structured learning plan to follow. You will have access to taught sessions, 121 sessions with your tutor, interactive learning resources, and swift marking turnaround times of 3-5 days.
Upon completion of this qualification, with minimum grades at merit and distinction, you can apply for a range of professional training degrees in nursing and Midwifery.
Please select your University of choice to ensure acceptance on their programme within their minimum entry requirements.
Some opportunities selected for you to review
University of Derby - B.Ed. Primary Teaching with QTS - Access to HE 45 Credits at Distinction
Nottingham Trent University BA (Hons) English with Secondary Education (QTS) - 120 UCAS points including A2HE plus Maths, English at Grade C and above
