Training and Courses

Teaching Assistant Training

Walsall College will be hosting a Supported Teaching and Learning Information Session on Wednesday 14th May for anyone looking to work within schools or colleges!

Join them from 5pm – 6pm at Wisemore Campus to learn more about the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning course at Walsall College.

This session will give you an insight into what it’s like to work as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant or in similar roles within schools or colleges.

You’ll find out what the course covers, entry requirements, how it’s delivered, and the kind of placements you’ll need.

Join the session by registering your details via the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supported-teaching-and-learning-information-session-tickets-1358283084269?aff=oddtdtcreator 

Whether you're returning to education, changing careers, or just getting started, this course is a great step towards a rewarding role in education.

Wisemore Campus is located at: Walsall College, Wisemore Campus, Littleton Street West, Walsall, WS2 8ES

Parking is available on site and we are a short walk from both Walsall bus and train stations.

The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning course is set to start later this month and will go on until next Easter time with a break over the summer holidays.

This course will be blended learning with 50% done online and 50% done face-to-face.

If yourself, or anyone you know who would be interested in joining this session, click on the link above and reserve your place!

Teacher Training

 Online Courses

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Walsall College courses

Walsall College has a number of Employment Gateway *courses taking place over the next few months to help people aged 19+, who are currently claiming benefits or on a low income, to get back into work!