Free Level 3 Supporting Children and Young People's Speech, Language and Communication Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over around 6 months, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to support children and young people who need help with communication. The course covers how speech and language develop, what can affect it, and how to provide effective support in practice. This supporting children and young people's speech, language and communication qualification is awarded by NCFE.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand how speech, language and communication develop in children and young people.
You'll learn to identify factors that can affect communication development.
You'll explore the different types of speech, language and communication needs.
You'll develop skills to support children and young people with communication difficulties.
You'll learn how to work alongside speech and language therapists and other professionals.
You'll understand how to create environments that support communication.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Bedford College. Learning is part-time and takes place during the day. Assessment for this NCFE Award is through written assignments and evidence of knowledge. You'll work through the units at a manageable pace over the course of around 6 months.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: supporting young people's communication and development needs
Teaching Assistant: helping children with speech and language in school settings
Early Years Practitioner: working with young children in nursery or pre-school
Learning Support Assistant: providing one-to-one communication support in classrooms
Speech and Language Therapy Assistant: supporting qualified therapists in clinical or school settings
Family Support Worker: helping families understand and support children's communication
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator): the qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios, and a natural next step if you want to work directly in early years settings.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training support role.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: for those looking to develop further in a learning support or training capacity.
