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How to become a Teaching Assistant
Become a Teaching Assistant with a clear plan: choose the right qualification, check placement & DBS, gain classroom experience, and use our CV/interv...
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Should I study Bookkeeping or Accounting?
Discover the key differences between bookkeeping and accounting to choose the right financial course for your career...
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What Can Bookkeepers Not Do?
Bookkeepers play an important role in maintaining financial records, but they have some limitations as well. Some things that bookkeepers cannot do in...
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How A Levels are graded
A-levels are graded using a letter grade system from A* to E, with A* being the highest grade and E being the lowest passing grade. A-level grades are...
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What qualifications do I need to be a Teaching Assistant?
Recognised TA qualifications explained: Level 2 vs Level 3 (Award/Certificate/Diploma), whether you need a placement, GCSE/Functional Skills expectati...
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What A Levels do I need for Medicine?
The entry requirements for medicine typically include three A-levels, with grades ranging from AAA to ABB, depending on the university and program. I...
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What A Levels do I need for Law?
The typical entry requirements for a law degree are three A-levels, with grades ranging from ABB to AAA. However, the specific A-levels required can v...
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What is the difference between Cache and NVQ?
CACHE vs NVQ for Teaching Assistants explained: key differences, RQF/Ofqual recognition, Level 3 routes (Award/Certificate/Diploma), placement needs, ...
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What does a Teaching Assistant do?
TA role explained: core duties, classroom support, behaviour, interventions, inclusion/SEND, safeguarding, hours & progression—plus links to job title...
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How to apply for voluntary work in a school
As you no doubt realise by now, to be fully qualified as a Teaching Assistant the course will require you to obtain some voluntary work in a school. ...
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A Day in the Life of a Teaching Assistant
A real day-in-the-life from a working TA: morning prep, welcoming pupils, phonics groups, classroom support, interventions, break duties, first aid, e...
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What is an Educational Assistant?
Educational Assistant vs Teaching Assistant (UK): what each role means, typical settings and titles (TA, LSA, SEN TA, HLTA), recognised qualifications...
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The Best Course for Teaching Assistants: Your Complete Guide to Certification
Find the best TA course for you: Level 2–4 explained (Award/Certificate/Diploma), placement requirements, RQF/Ofqual recognition, timelines, SEN/EYFS ...
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Which Bookkeeping Qualification is Right for You?
Discover the differences between AICB and MICB bookkeeping qualifications and choose the right path for your rewarding finance career...
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Can you study Marine Biology Level 3 from home?
A complete guide explaining how to study Marine Biology Level 3 from home. Includes course content, how support works, what the qualification leads to...
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What Qualifications Do You Need to Work in a Nursery or Early Years Setting in England?
Discover the required qualifications for nursery and early years jobs in England. Learn which courses are recognised by Ofsted, how to get started, an...
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Are Level 1 Childcare Courses Worth It?
Level 1 childcare courses can be a helpful starting point — but are they the right fit for you? This article explains who they’re best suited for and ...
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What Does EYFS Mean In Early Years?
Wondering what EYFS means in early years education? This guide explains the Early Years Foundation Stage, why it matters in childcare settings, and ho...
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How Do Early Years Apprenticeships Work (And Where Can You Find One)?
Wondering how Early Years Apprenticeships work? Learn what’s involved, the qualifications you can achieve, how an apprenticeship compares to college o...
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What to Expect from an In-Person Early Years Diploma at College
Curious about Early Years Diplomas at college? Discover how in-person study works, what you’ll learn, the placement experience, and how this route com...
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