Diploma for Teaching Assistant
Program Description
The Level 4 Diploma in Teaching Assistant is a vocational, competency-based program designed to prepare pre-service teaching assistants to effectively support learning in early childhood, primary, and cycle 2 educational settings. The program develops the knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours required to assist teachers in delivering curriculum-aligned learning activities, supporting diverse learners, including Students of Determination, contributing to observation and assessment processes, promoting positive behaviour, and maintaining safe and inclusive learning environments. Graduates are equipped to work collaboratively within defined professional boundaries, use appropriate technologies to support learning, provide constructive feedback to promote learner independence, and uphold safeguarding, confidentiality, and ethical standards in accordance with UAE educational requirements.
The program is open to Emirati and non-Emirati candidates, with preference for bilingual (Arabic and English) individuals, reflecting the workforce needs of the UAE education sector.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of child development, learning processes, and the teaching assistant’s role in supporting learning and wellbeing.
- Implement curriculum-aligned teaching and learning activities within defined classroom parameters, using developmentally appropriate strategies and technology.
- Provide classroom support to ensure safeguarding, health, and safety procedures are maintained.
- Provide targeted support to diverse learners within an inclusive learning environment, under teacher guidance, to promote learner participation and independence.
- Apply assessment strategies, including observation and documentation, to inform feedback and contribute to planning under teacher guidance.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, families, and other professionals within defined role responsibilities to support classroom organisation and learner progress.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct, cultural responsiveness within the UAE context, reflective practice, and commitment to ongoing professional development.
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Completion Requirements
Students seeking the Diploma for Teaching Assistant qualification must successfully complete all mandatory core courses worth 60 credits
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
Education Mandatory Core Courses | ||
| Required Credits : 60 | ||
| GED 110 | Develop English language skills for Education | 4 |
| TCA 140 | Explain the Foundations of the Teaching Assistant Role | 4 |
| TCA 141 | Describe Child Development and Learning | 4 |
| TCA 142 | Explain Safeguarding and Health and Safety Principles in Learning Environments | 4 |
| TCA 143 | Explain Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Practices | 4 |
| TCA 144 | Describe Assessment and Observation in Educational Settings | 4 |
| TCA 145 | Explain Curriculum Frameworks in Learning Contexts | 4 |
| TCA 240 | Apply Inclusive Practices to Support Diverse Learners | 4 |
| TCA 241 | Implement Targeted Interventions in Small Group Settings | 4 |
| TCA 242 | Prepare Learning Resources and Classroom Materials | 4 |
| TCA 243 | Use AI to Support Learning and Resource Preparation | 4 |
| TCA 244 | Collaborate with Families and Educational Stakeholders | 4 |
| TCA 245 | Support Positive Behaviour in Learning Environments | 4 |
| TCA 270 | Observe and Document Learning in Classroom Practice | 4 |
| TCA 271 | Reflect on Professional Practice as a Teaching Assistant | 4 |
| Description | Data |
|---|---|
| Total Required Credits | 60 |
| Maximum Duration of Study | 3 years |
| Minimum Duration of Study | 2 years |
| Program Code | DPETA |
| Major Code | TAS |
Recommended Sequence of Study
Diploma for Teaching Assistant
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| GED 110 | Develop English language skills for Education | 4 |
| TCA 140 | Explain the Foundations of the Teaching Assistant Role | 4 |
| TCA 141 | Describe Child Development and Learning | 4 |
| TCA 142 | Explain Safeguarding and Health and Safety Principles in Learning Environments | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| TCA 143 | Explain Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Practices | 4 |
| TCA 144 | Describe Assessment and Observation in Educational Settings | 4 |
| TCA 145 | Explain Curriculum Frameworks in Learning Contexts | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| TCA 240 | Apply Inclusive Practices to Support Diverse Learners | 4 |
| TCA 241 | Implement Targeted Interventions in Small Group Settings | 4 |
| TCA 242 | Prepare Learning Resources and Classroom Materials | 4 |
| TCA 270 | Observe and Document Learning in Classroom Practice | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| TCA 243 | Use AI to Support Learning and Resource Preparation | 4 |
| TCA 244 | Collaborate with Families and Educational Stakeholders | 4 |
| TCA 245 | Support Positive Behaviour in Learning Environments | 4 |
| TCA 271 | Reflect on Professional Practice as a Teaching Assistant | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |