Level 2 “New Year, New Start” Education Support Course

This specialist Level 2 course is designed for adults looking to restart their education journey and develop skills to support children and young people in school environments. Focused on autism awareness and children’s mental health, the programme is available exclusively to Liverpool and Lincolnshire residents and is delivered fully online with daily interactive sessions.

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Course Overview

This Level 2 programme provides in-depth understanding of autism and children and young people’s mental health, equipping learners with essential knowledge for SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) and wider school support roles.

The course is ideal for those interested in supporting diverse learners, working in education settings, or progressing toward further education and training pathways.

Course Description

Delivered fully online over six weeks, this course uses structured daily learning to explore real-world challenges faced by children and young people within education settings.

Through tutor-led sessions, case studies, and scenario-based tasks, learners gain insight into communication differences, sensory needs, mental health challenges, and effective support strategies. The course builds confidence and professional awareness for those seeking SEND or education support roles.

Course Duration

  • 6 weeks total (Fully online delivery)

Qualifications Included

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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young People's Mental Health

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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Delivery Method

This course is delivered online via Microsoft Teams, with daily live sessions and structured learning activities.

Live Teaching Sessions

  • Morning session: 9:30am – 11:30am

  • Midday session: 12:30pm – 2:00pm

Optional Learner Support Session

  • Daily support drop-in: 4:00pm – 4:30pm

Learning Experience

Learners will engage in:

  • Live tutor-led sessions

  • Case studies and scenario-based learning

  • Structured online activities

  • Digital learning resources

  • Ongoing feedback and support from tutors

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Outcomes and Progression

By the end of the course, learners will have:

  • An understanding of autism, communication differences and sensory needs

  • Knowledge of children and young people’s mental health, challenges and interventions

  • Increased confidence supporting SEND learners in education settings

  • Enhanced employability for SEND or school support roles

  • Improved interview performance, dependent on engagement and achievement

  • Aspire-provided references available upon successful completion

Who This Course Is For?

This course is suitable for adults who:

  • Are restarting their education journey

  • Want to work in SEND or school support roles

  • Are interested in autism awareness and mental health

  • Want to progress into further education or specialist qualifications

Funding and Eligibility

This course is fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund for eligible learners. Funding eligibility support is provided during enrolment.

Entry Requirements

To enrol on this course, learners must:

  • Be a Liverpool or Lincolnshire resident

  • Be aged 19 or over

  • Have basic English and IT skills

  • Have an interest in supporting SEND learners or working in a school

  • Have access to a computer or tablet (mobile phone access is not suitable)

  • Have a reliable internet connection

Funding Criteria

  • Your postcode must fall within a funded area

  • You must meet residency eligibility requirements

  • Employed learners must earn below the Living Wage threshold

  • Unemployed learners must be actively seeking employment

  • If not receiving benefits, you must be looking for work and the course must support your employment goals

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Why Learn with Aspire Education Academy?

✓ Specialists in funded adult education
✓ Proven experience delivering teaching assistant training
✓ Learner-focused approach with personalised support
✓ Strong pathways into school-based roles
✓ Trusted education provider supporting learners across the UK

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FAQs – Level 2 “New Year, New Start” Education Support Course

Have questions about the Level 1 Adult Education Support Course? We’ve answered some of the most common queries below to help you understand the course, funding, delivery and next steps. If you need any further support, our team is happy to help.

  • This course is available to Liverpool and Lincolnshire residents only. You must also be aged 19+, have basic English and IT skills, and be able to access online learning.

  • Yes. The course is fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund for learners who meet residency and eligibility criteria. Our team will support you with funding checks during enrolment.

  • You will complete two nationally recognised qualifications: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism and NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health.

  • The course is delivered online via Microsoft Teams with structured daily live sessions, plus an optional tutor-led support session each afternoon.

  • You will need a computer or tablet and a reliable internet connection. Mobile phone access alone is not suitable for this course.

  • Live sessions run daily from 9:30am–11:30am and 12:30pm–2:00pm. An optional support session is available from 4:00pm–4:30pm.

  • Yes. This course is also offered face to face for Liverpool residents, depending on availability and intake schedules.

  • This course strengthens employability for SEND and school support roles and can support progression into further training, including Level 3 pathways, depending on your goals and performance.

  • You can check eligibility by applying online or contacting the Aspire team. We’ll guide you through postcode, residency, and funding checks during enrolment.