The Complete Teaching Assistant Course

The Complete Teaching Assistant Course covers the classroom fundamentals plus SEN, autism, ADHD and dyslexia — 11 hours 52 minutes of video, self-paced, with a free CPD accredited certificate on completion.

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What this course is, and what it isn't.

This is a CPD-accredited knowledge-based course and is not equivalent to a regulated qualification such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. It can support your professional development and strengthen your understanding of the role.

What you get

11 hours 52 minutes of video across five subject areas

PDF handouts, practical exercises, automated assessment

Mock exam, then a final multiple-choice exam — 60% to pass

Unlimited free retake exams

Free CPD accredited certificate worth £9

What it is not

Not a regulated Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

Not a substitute for the safeguarding checks schools require

Not tied to one employer — requirements vary between schools, and many roles ask for good English and maths skills and relevant experience with children

The demand is real

England's classrooms are short
of trained support.

Published figures, not projections. They are why this course leads with SEN, autism, ADHD and dyslexia rather than treating them as extras.

295,200

Full-time-equivalent teaching assistants in England — a workforce that grew by 6,200 in a single year.

538,500

Pupils in England with an EHC plan, up 11.6% in a single year. Autistic spectrum disorder is the most common primary need among them.

8 in 10

UK teaching assistants work part-time — which is why the role suits people who need the school day, not the office day.

By the end of the course you will

Curriculum

Five subject areas.
One enrolment.

38 lessons · 11h 52m of video
Mock and final exams included

01 Teaching Assistant

10 lessons · 3h 39m +

Module 01: Teaching Assistant Overview23 min
Module 02: Professional Developments for a TA29 min
Module 03: Working with the School and Its Policies26 min
Module 04: Discussion on Curriculum, Assessment and Monitoring25 min
Module 05: Providing the Best Learning Environment20 min
Module 06: Learn to Implement ICT, Literacy and Numeracy Development Processes as a TA16 min
Module 07: Child Development and the SEN Support18 min
Module 08: Understanding Behaviour & Relationships as a TA21 min
Module 09: Experienced TAs Maintain Strong Communications with the Students16 min
Module 10: Career Prospects for TAs in the UK25 min

02 SEN Teaching

9 lessons · 1h 54m +

Module 01: Special Education Needs (SEN) An Overview8 min
Module 02: SEN Support12 min
Module 03: High Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN9 min
Module 04: SEN Teaching Methodologies20 min
Module 05: Communication and Interaction10 min
Module 06: Cognition and Learning20 min
Module 07: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties11 min
Module 08: Sensory or Physical Needs15 min
Module 09: Working in Partnership9 min

03 Autism Awareness

7 lessons · 2h 15m +

Module 01: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)25 min
Module 02: Learning Difficulties Related to Autism23 min
Module 03: Autism Diagnosis16 min
Module 04: Cognitive Approaches in Autism17 min
Module 05: Dealing with Autistic Individuals22 min
Module 06: Other Considerations for Dealing with Autistic Individuals19 min
Module 07: Engagement in Autism Awareness13 min

04 ADHD Awareness

7 lessons · 1h 55m +

Module 01: Introduction to ADHD13 min
Module 02: ADHD in Young and Adults19 min
Module 03: ADHD in Family Settings12 min
Module 04: ADHD in Educational Settings and Parent Training19 min
Module 05: ADHD and Attention Difficulties15 min
Module 06: Cognitive Approaches in ADHD16 min
Module 07: The Organisation of Care for ADHD21 min

05 Dyslexia

5 lessons · 1h 29m +

Module 01: Introduction to Dyslexia18 min
Module 02: Dyslexia and Learning Difficulties18 min
Module 03: Dyslexia in the School23 min
Module 04: Cognitive Approaches in Dyslexia16 min
Module 05: Law for Dyslexia14 min

Mock exam — 20 min

Final exam — 20 min, 60% to pass

Certificate and transcript

Audited and updated 17 March 2026

Who it's for

Is this course right for me?

Anyone aged 16 or older with a basic understanding of child development and special educational needs can enrol. It is fully online and self-paced, so it fits around whatever else your week already holds.

Returning to work

You have been out of paid work and want a role that runs on the school day. Eight in ten UK teaching assistants work part-time.

Changing career

You want classroom work but not a three-year route in. The whole course is 11 hours 52 minutes, typically finished in one to three months.

Parenting a child with SEN

You want to understand autism, ADHD and dyslexia properly — the terms, the support system, and how schools are meant to work with you.

Already working as a TA

You are in post and want the SEN knowledge nobody handed you on day one, plus CPD evidence for your next conversation about progression.

Where the role leads

Average UK salary ranges for the roles this course speaks to.

Before you buy

The certificate is included, not upsold.

After completing the assessment you are eligible to receive a free CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education. If you want it on paper, a printed hard copy is posted to you for £15.

Learner reviews

Excellent — based on 302 reviews

“Thanks very much for giving me a chance to take the course. Not only can I enhance my knowledge of childcare, but the content will definitely help me master my skills of teaching phonics to children, not least the dyslexic ones. I hope that I will be able to become a teaching assistant in the near future.”

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All prices exclude VAT. Course access runs for 12 months from enrolment; the membership option is lifetime.

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Full course, 12 months access, free digital CPD certificate worth £9.

Course + printed certificate

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Everything above, plus the printed hard-copy certificate posted to your address.

£29 offer ends

Offer ends 1 September 2026. The £29 price returns to £425 afterwards.

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Before you enrol

Is this course equivalent to a recognised teaching assistant qualification?

No. This is a CPD-accredited knowledge-based course and is not equivalent to a regulated qualification such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. It can support your professional development and strengthen your understanding of the role.

How long does the course take?

The course contains approximately 12 hours of learning material. As it is self-paced, you may complete it over several days or spread your studies across a few weeks. You will have 12 months of course access from the date of enrolment.

What does a teaching assistant do?

A teaching assistant supports the classroom teacher by helping learners with activities, preparing resources, supervising pupils, encouraging positive behaviour, and supporting children with different learning needs. Duties vary depending on the school and role.

What qualifications do I need to become a teaching assistant?

Requirements vary between schools and employers. Many roles ask for good English and maths skills, relevant experience with children, and suitable safeguarding checks. Some employers may also prefer a recognised Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification.

How is the course assessed?

Learners can complete a mock exam to practice and assess their understanding before taking the final exam. The final multiple-choice exam is automatically marked, and learners must achieve at least 60% to pass. Retake exams are unlimited and free.

What do I need to enrol?

Anyone aged 16 or older, with a basic understanding of child development and special educational needs, can enrol. The course is fully online and can be accessed from any internet-enabled device, so you study at your own pace.

What does the certificate cost?

Nothing extra. The digital CPD-accredited certificate, worth £9, is free on completion of the assessment. A printed hard copy delivered by post is £15, and you can also order an accredited certificate directly from CPDQS if you prefer.

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