Level 3 Education and Training Course in Birmingham. Evening classes run at Longbridge Campus, part-time over 13 weeks. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so it may be free for some learners and fees may apply for others. This education and training qualification is aimed at adults aged 19 or over who want to teach or train others in the post-16 sector. You'll cover planning and delivering learning sessions, inclusive teaching approaches, and the principles of assessment. Work-based teaching experience is useful but not required to enrol. Pearson Edexcel BTEC Award in Education and Training with certificate.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 award in Education and Training (QCF) is an introductory teaching qualification for those aged 19+. It is designed to give the knowledge and confidence to teach in the post-16 education sector. This could be as a trainer in the private sector or as a teacher/lecturer in further education. It allows progression to the Certificate in Education and Training and/or the Diploma in Education and Training. The course is valuable for people who have some teaching experience, as well as for those who are new to delivering learning. This qualification has no minimum teaching practice requirement, therefore, it may be undertaken by individuals who are not in a teaching role. It is the direct replacement for Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) and is now available at Level 3. Normally run twice per academic year, one starting in October and one starting in March. Please note that a learner loan is NOT available for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry onto this course requires: A minimum Level 1 qualification in numeracy/maths A minimum Level 2 qualification in literacy/English Work based experience beneficial but NOT essential You will need to be 19+ to e
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and prepare teaching and learning sessions.
You'll explore your roles and responsibilities within education and training.
You'll study inclusive approaches to teaching diverse groups of learners.
You'll understand the principles and practices of assessment.
You'll develop the skills to deliver and evaluate basic teaching sessions.
You'll gain insight into working as a trainer or teacher in the post-16 sector.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Longbridge Campus on an evening, part-time schedule. Assessment is through written assignments and practical tasks that demonstrate your knowledge of teaching and training practice. There is no minimum teaching practice requirement, so you do not need to be in a teaching role to complete the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Longbridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult Educator: teach or train adults in further education or community settings.
Corporate Trainer: deliver workplace training programmes for private sector employers.
Skills Trainer: support learners in vocational or skills-based training environments.
Learning and Development Assistant: help coordinate and deliver training within organisations.
Further Education Lecturer: teach a specialist subject in a college setting.
What you could study next
Certificate in Education and Training (Level 4): the natural next step if you have access to at least 100 hours of teaching per year. Builds on the Award with more in-depth practice.
Diploma in Education and Training (Level 5): a fuller teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education. Suitable once you have regular teaching responsibilities and want to develop your practice further.
