Level 3 Education and Training Course in Leeds. Classes run at Luminate Education, part-time during the day over one year. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available to help with costs. This education and training qualification is designed for people who are new to teaching or training, or who work as assessors and want to develop their teaching skills. You'll study the foundations of planning, delivering, and assessing learning in a range of settings.
Who this course is for
This introductory qualification is for trainee teachers who are just starting out in teaching/training, not in teaching/training currently or perhaps working as assessors and who wish to develop their teaching skills.
What you will learn
You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in education and training settings.
You'll learn how to plan inclusive teaching and learning sessions.
You'll practise delivering teaching sessions and getting feedback on your approach.
You'll study how to assess learners and give constructive feedback.
You'll develop an understanding of how to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
You'll reflect on your own teaching practice and identify areas to improve.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at the centre during the day. Learning is assessed through written assignments and observed teaching practice. You'll build a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates your teaching skills. Tutors will give you feedback on your planning, delivery, and assessment throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Luminate Education 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 training programmes for employers.
Learning Support Worker: support learners in education and training environments.
Skills Coach: guide learners through vocational or employability programmes.
Assessor: assess learners working toward vocational qualifications.
Tutor: deliver subject-specific tuition in colleges or training centres.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET): the next step for those who want to teach in further education and develop more advanced teaching practice.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET): a fuller teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education colleges.
Assessor qualifications (such as the Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment): useful if you move into a workplace assessment role.
