Teaching Assistant Diploma
Enrol in our CPD-accredited Teaching Assistant Diploma to learn skills to start your career in education in the UK.
Last updated: June 2026




Regular price
£196.00
14 Days Money-Back Guarantee
- Duration: 6h 32m
- Life Time Access
- Unlimited Free Retake Exam
CPD Points: 7
What you'll learn
- A comprehensive understanding of the TA’s role and responsibilities
- Skills to effectively support child and adolescent development
- Recognise factors influencing learning, including life transitions
- Safeguarding policies and child protection laws
- Techniques for encouraging positive behaviour and inclusive practices
- Knowledge of special educational needs (SEN) and individual education plans (IEPs)
About course
Teaching assistants play a vital role in shaping children’s education. From supporting teachers in lesson delivery to guiding students through their learning journey, a skilled TA can make a real difference in a child’s progress, confidence, and well-being. That’s why completing a structured CPD-accredited Teaching Assistant Diploma is crucial if you want to step into this rewarding career fully prepared.
This teaching assistant training online by Training Excellence, covers every aspect of the profession. You’ll begin with the foundations of the role, exploring key responsibilities, pathways, and the qualifications required to become a TA. The course also focuses on effective communication, helping you build strong relationships with children, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders.
A central part of the teaching assistant diploma online is understanding child and adolescent development. You’ll study the factors that affect growth, learning, and behaviour, and learn how to assist in lesson planning, facilitate activities, and monitor progress. Moreover, safeguarding and welfare are also a major focus, providing you with the knowledge to protect children from harm, promote e-safety, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
The teaching assistant course online also provides in-depth training on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties. You’ll gain the skills to adapt learning activities, support inclusion, and collaborate with SEN coordinators and families. Additionally, modules of this teaching assistant training course on educational technology and classroom organisation will further prepare you for modern, dynamic classrooms.
With 24/7 expert support, a free PDF certificate upon completion, and a 14-day money-back guarantee, this teaching assistant diploma is crafted to give you flexibility, confidence, and recognised credentials to build your career in education. So, join this course today.
Training you can trust

CPD Service Accredited
Our courses are fully accredited by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring they meet recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development and align with UK professional learning guidelines.

UKRLP Registered Provider
We are registered with the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP), confirming our status as a recognised training provider and reinforcing the credibility and transparency of our courses.

Disability Confident Employer
We are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to inclusive hiring practices and supporting employees with disabilities.

AoHT Accredited
We are accredited by the Academy of Health and Therapy (AoHT), ensuring our courses meet high standards of quality and relevance in the health and therapy sector.
Sneak Peek

Course Curriculum
11 sections • 93 lectures
- Foundations of a Teaching Assistant’s Role
- Role of a Teaching Assistant
- Key Responsibilities of a TA
- Qualifications and Pathways
- Becoming a Teaching Assistant
- Effective Communication with Children and Youth
- Engaging with Stakeholders
- Ensuring Developmental and Educational Support
- Data Protection and Confidentiality in Education
- Highlights of Foundations of a Teaching Assistant’s Role
Frequently Asked Questions
A teaching assistant diploma provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge and skills required for working directly with children and young individuals in educational settings, such as schools and colleges.
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