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Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant

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Learn outdoor education, teaching assistant skills, safeguarding, child development, risk assessment, behaviour management, and inclusive outdoor learning.

Teaching Assistant

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Overview

Outdoor education provides children and young people with valuable opportunities to learn through exploration, teamwork, and hands-on experiences in natural and outdoor environments. Teaching assistants play an important role in supporting learning activities, promoting safety, encouraging participation, and helping learners develop confidence, resilience, and practical skills. This comprehensive Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and practical understanding of outdoor learning, child support, and educational best practices.

Supporting outdoor learning requires effective communication, organisation, and an understanding of child development and safety procedures. This course covers the fundamentals of outdoor education, the role of a teaching assistant, child development, learning through play, outdoor learning activities, health and safety, risk assessment, safeguarding, behaviour management, inclusion, environmental awareness, communication skills, teamwork, first aid awareness, supporting learners with additional needs, and professional responsibilities. Learners will gain valuable insight into creating safe, engaging, and inclusive outdoor learning experiences that support children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Whether you are an aspiring teaching assistant, outdoor learning support worker, childcare practitioner, education support worker, volunteer, or someone interested in outdoor education, this course provides a strong foundation in supporting learning beyond the classroom.

Learning Outcomes

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Certification

Certificate of Achievement

After the successful completion of the final assessment, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate of achievement. The PDF certificate is for 9.99, and it will be sent to you immediately after through e-mail. You can get the hard copy for 15.99, which will reach your doorsteps by post. 

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Learners of all educational and professional backgrounds can enrol. An interest in education, childcare, outdoor learning, or child development will be beneficial.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for:

Career Paths

This course can support progression into roles and opportunities such as:

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Teaching Assistant Overview
Teaching Assistant Overview 00:20:00
Module 2: Professional Developments for a TA
Professional Developments for a TA 00:26:00
Module 03: Working with the School and Its Policies
Working with the School and Its Policies 00:23:00
Module 04: Discussion on Curriculum, Assessment and Monitoring
Discussion on Curriculum, Assessment and Monitoring 00:21:00
Module 05: Providing the Best Learning Environment
Providing the Best Learning Environment 00:26:00
Module 06: Learn to Implement ICT, Literacy and Numeracy Development Processes as a TA
Learn to Implement ICT, Literacy and Numeracy Development Processes as a TA 00:13:00
Module 07: Child Development and the SEN Support
Child Development and the SEN Support 00:15:00
Module 08: Understanding Behaviour & Relationships as a TA
Understanding Behaviour & Relationships as a TA 00:17:00
Module 09: Experienced TAs Maintain Strong Communications with the Students
Experienced TAs Maintain Strong Communications with the Students 00:13:00
Module 10: Career Prospects for TAs in the UK
Career Prospects for TAs in the UK 00:22:00
Mock Exam
Mock Exam – Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant 00:20:00
Final Exam
Final Exam – Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant 00:20:00
Assignment
Assignment – Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant 2 weeks, 1 day
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What is an outdoor education teaching assistant?

An outdoor education teaching assistant supports teachers and learners during outdoor educational activities by helping to promote learning, safety, participation, and positive behaviour.

What will I learn in this course?

You will learn outdoor education principles, child development, safeguarding, risk assessment, communication, behaviour management, inclusion, environmental awareness, and teaching assistant responsibilities.

Who is this course suitable for?

The course is suitable for aspiring teaching assistants, childcare practitioners, school support staff, youth workers, volunteers, outdoor learning assistants, and anyone interested in outdoor education.

Do I need previous teaching experience?

No. This course is suitable for beginners and provides a structured introduction to supporting outdoor learning and education.

Does the course cover health and safety?

Yes. The course introduces health and safety procedures, risk assessment, safeguarding awareness, and safe practices for outdoor learning environments.

Will I learn behaviour management techniques?

Yes. The course explores positive behaviour support, communication strategies, classroom management principles, and methods for encouraging learner participation.

What skills will I develop?

You will develop communication, teamwork, organisation, safeguarding awareness, behaviour management, observation, problem-solving, and learner support skills.

Can this course help me become a teaching assistant?

Yes. It provides foundational knowledge relevant to teaching assistant and education support roles. Some employers may require additional qualifications, experience, or background checks.

Can I study outdoor education online?

Yes. The principles of outdoor education, child development, safeguarding, and learner support can be effectively studied online. Practical experience may be beneficial for many education support roles.

What career opportunities are available after completing this course?

Career opportunities include Teaching Assistant, Outdoor Education Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Early Years Support Worker, Childcare Assistant, Youth Support Worker, Education Support Worker, and Outdoor Activity Assistant.

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