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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Teaching and Education Course in Canterbury

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyLASER
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About this course

Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Teaching and Education) Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, full-time during the day, over 44 weeks. You'll study education theory alongside two supporting subjects chosen from sociology, psychology, biology, chemistry, or physics. The course develops critical thinking, written communication, and engagement with current issues in education. It's designed to prepare you for degree-level study at a UK university, giving you a route in if you don't currently hold A levels or equivalent.

Who this course is for

The Access to HE: Teaching and Education course is your first step towards an inspiring career in education. Whether you dream of becoming a teacher, educational support worker, or progressing into the wider education sector, this course is designed to help you get there, even if you don’t currently meet the typical University entry requirements.

This is an academic qualification that prepares you to study at University level, giving you the essential skills, confidence, and knowledge to thrive in higher levels of education and beyond.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key theories and current issues in teaching and education.
  • You'll develop critical thinking and academic writing skills needed for university study.
  • You'll study two additional subjects from sociology, psychology, biology, chemistry, or physics.
  • You'll practise communicating ideas clearly through essays, presentations, and group work.
  • You'll build teamwork and independent study skills through university-style sessions.
  • You'll receive support with UCAS applications and understanding your university options.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom through lectures, group projects, and practical sessions designed to reflect university-style study. Assessment is through coursework, written assignments, and presentations. There is no final exam in the traditional sense; your work is assessed continuously across the units you complete throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Primary school teacher (via a teaching degree and QTS)
  • Secondary school teacher (via a subject-specialist degree and QTS)
  • Teaching assistant or learning support assistant in schools
  • Early years practitioner in nursery or reception settings
  • Educational support worker in further education colleges
  • Special educational needs (SEND) support worker
  • Youth worker or community education officer

What you could study next

The Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Teaching and Education) Qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for degree programmes. You could go on to study a BA in Education Studies, a BA in Primary Education (with QTS), or a degree in a specialist subject followed by a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). Some learners also progress to foundation degrees in early years or supporting teaching and learning.

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