Free Level 3 Education and Training Course. Study online, part-time, at your own pace. This free education and training course is designed as an introduction to teaching. You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of educators, plan and deliver inclusive sessions, assess learners, and give constructive feedback. You'll need at least a Level 1 English qualification to enrol, and you'll complete a short initial assessment before you start. The course typically takes 4 months. Eligible learners pay no fee.
Who this course is for
Our Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an accredited course designed as an introduction to the field of teaching. This comprehensive program provides valuable insights into the roles, responsibilities, and relationships within the education and training sector. Through this course, you will develop essential skills in planning and delivering inclusive teaching sessions, as well as assessing learners and providing constructive feedback. By joining this course, you are taking the first step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career in the field of education.
Entry requirements
To enrol in this course, it is required that you hold a minimum level 1 qualification in English. Prior to starting the course, you will be required to complete a brief initial assessment. This will help us understand your current starting point and allow us to tailor the course to meet your specific needs.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of teachers and trainers in the education and training sector.
You'll plan inclusive teaching and learning sessions for a range of learners.
You'll deliver structured teaching sessions using a variety of approaches.
You'll assess learners' progress and give constructive, actionable feedback.
You'll identify ways to meet different learners' needs within a session.
You'll reflect on your own teaching practice and identify areas for development.
How you will learn
You'll study online and work through course materials at your own pace. Assessment includes written assignments and practical tasks that demonstrate your planning, delivery, and assessment skills. You'll complete a short initial assessment before the course begins so your learning can be tailored to your starting point. All study is part-time and can fit around existing commitments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cambridgeshire County Council will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult Educator: teach adults in further education or community settings
Trainer: deliver workplace or vocational training programmes
Learning Support Worker: assist learners in education and training environments
Skills Coach: support learners working toward vocational qualifications
Tutor: teach a specialist subject in adult or community education
Workshop Facilitator: plan and run group learning sessions
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: the next step if you want to move into a more formal teaching role in further education.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a fuller teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education colleges.
PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate in Education): for those with a degree who want to teach in schools or further education at a higher level.
