Free Level 3 Education and Training Course in Chelmsford. Classes run at Chelmsford College Moulsham, part-time during the day over 16 weeks. You'll need evidence of a Level 2 literacy qualification to enrol, and you don't need to be in a teaching role to start. The course covers roles and responsibilities in education and training, inclusive teaching and learning approaches, and principles of assessment. It's a 12-credit introduction to teaching, awarded by City and Guilds, and suits anyone looking to move into training or teaching in post-compulsory or lifelong learning settings.
Who this course is for
This teacher training course is perfect for all new teachers or those interested in developing teaching skills in post-compulsory education. The areas of study in the Award in Education and Training (Level 3) course include the roles, responsibilities, and relationships in lifelong learning, understanding inclusive learning, and teaching in lifelong learning. You will also learn inclusive learning and teaching approaches in lifelong learning and principles of assessment in lifelong learning. Overall, it will develop knowledge and skills related to planning, delivery, assessment, and evaluation of inclusive teaching and learning with individuals and groups of learners, ensuring that upon completion, you are fully competent in the world of teaching. The course ensures successful learners develop the skills to become confident trainers who understand the aspects involved in leading an effective and valuable learning environment.
Entry requirements
Evidence of Level 2 literacy qualification. There will be no requirement to be in teaching practice.
What you will learn
You'll explore the roles, responsibilities, and relationships involved in education and training.
You'll understand inclusive teaching and learning approaches and how to apply them.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver learning sessions for individuals and groups.
You'll study the principles of assessment and how to use them in a teaching context.
You'll develop skills in evaluating your own teaching practice.
You'll build knowledge of how to create an effective and inclusive learning environment.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Chelmsford College Moulsham. Learning is delivered through taught sessions covering the three core units: roles and responsibilities in education and training, inclusive teaching and learning approaches, and understanding assessment. Assessment is through written assignments linked to each unit. You do not need to be in a teaching placement to complete the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chelmsford College Moulsham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult Educator: teach or train adults in colleges, community settings, or training providers.
Workplace Trainer: deliver in-house training for staff in a range of organisations.
Learning Support Worker: support learners in further education or adult learning settings.
Skills Coach: guide learners through vocational or employability programmes.
Community Learning Tutor: run courses for local authorities or voluntary organisations.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: the next step if you want to teach in further education with a deeper grounding in theory and practice.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: required for many full teaching roles in further education colleges.
PGCE (Post-16): a university-level route into teaching if you have a relevant degree and want to teach in further education or sixth forms.
