Level 3 Education and Training Course in Liverpool. Evening classes run at Womens Technology And Education Centre, part-time over 11 weeks. The course may be fully funded depending on your circumstances, and fees may apply for others. This education and training qualification is designed for people who teach, train, or support learning in any setting, including further education, adult and community learning, and work-based learning. You'll explore teaching roles and responsibilities, planning and delivering sessions, and how to assess and give feedback to learners. You need to be 19 or over and have Level 2 Maths and English, or be working towards them. Entry is subject to a guidance interview and assessment.
Who this course is for
Formerly known as PTLLS, the Award in Education and Training is a short course designed to enable a wide range of students to undertake teaching, training or learning tasks relevant to their own training or teaching situation. It is recommended for all teachers new to the sector whether in further education, adult and community learning, work-based learning or other parts of the learning and skills sector.
Entry requirements
You will need to be 19+, have a Level 2 in Math’s and English or be working towards them.
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful guidance interview & assessment test.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in the learning and skills sector.
You'll explore legislation, frameworks, and codes of practice relevant to teaching.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching and learning sessions.
You'll practise giving constructive feedback to support learner progress.
You'll understand different assessment methods and when to use them.
You'll develop awareness of how to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at Womens Technology And Education Centre on weekday evenings. You'll take part in taught sessions and group activities. Assessment includes written assignments and a micro-teach session where you plan and deliver a short lesson. You'll receive feedback on your teaching practice throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Womens Technology And Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult educator. Teach adults in community or further education settings.
Workplace trainer. Deliver training and induction programmes for staff.
Learning support worker. Support learners in colleges or training centres.
Skills coach. Coach learners in work-based or vocational programmes.
Tutor. Teach a specialist subject in adult education or community learning.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training. The next step up from this Award, covering more teaching practice and observation hours.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. A deeper qualification for those moving into a more substantial teaching role.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. The full teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education and adult learning.
