Teacher Training
Award in Education and Training - Level 3 (Starting January 2024)
Start Date: 15/01/2024
Start Time: 18:00
End Date: 22/04/2024
End Time: 21:00
Day(s): Monday
Site: College Main Site
Course Overview
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is a knowledge-based introduction to teaching and/or training which has no teaching/training practice requirement. Therefore, it may be undertaken by candidates who are not in a teaching role. This course is delivered part-time over 12 weeks. Classes are 3 hours and run on a Monday evening.
Following this course, candidates often progress their Initial Teacher Training journey by moving on to either the Level 4 Certificate or the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
Work Experience & Industry Placements
Not mandatory for this introductory course.
Qualification Gained
City and Guilds Level 3 Award in Education and Training.
After The Course
Following this course, candidates often progress their Initial Teacher Training journey by moving on to either the Level 4 Certificate or the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
What Will I Learn
The qualification covers the knowledge and skills required by teachers/trainers in the further education and training skills sector including:
• The roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Inclusive teaching and learning approaches
• Facilitating learning and development for individuals and groups
• Understanding principles and practices of Assessment
English And Maths
Please note that if you are intending to pursue a career in the education sector, the acquisition of Level 2 maths and English is essential. However, Level 2 English and maths qualifications are preferred but not compulsory for this qualification.
Our Lecturers
This course is delivered by a combination of highly experienced and qualified lecturers and industry experts.
Teaching Learning and Assessment
Teaching and learning will be through a mix of taught sessions, in-class group work and teacher-led discussions. Active participation in these activities will enable the best outcome as candidates gain peer support and learn from each other’s experiences. Learners are assessed through written assignments and the delivery of a 15-minute micro-teach session. All learning outcomes are internally assessed and marked online via our Virtual Learning
Environment. The final micro-teach activity is peer assessed by others in the group and by the tutor.
Tutorials
Upon request before or after taught sessions, or support via email.
Course Expenses
The cost for this course is £605. A course text book is recommended for purchase at induction or available as an ebook via the Learning Resource Centre
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, however candidates should have an interest in developing their knowledge of education. Ideally, candidates should have a qualification in the subject they would like to teach. Experience of teaching or training is not required.
Please note that if you are intending to pursue a career in the education sector, the acquisition of Level 2 maths and English is essential. However, Level 2 English and maths qualifications are preferred but not compulsory for this qualification.
Required Experience
None although some experience of teaching or training would be valuable.
How To Apply
Online Application.