Free Level 3 Education and Training Course in Pickering. Evening classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, part-time over 13 weeks. This free education and training course for adults is designed for people who want to gain a qualification in training or adult education. Classes run in the evening, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You must be 19 or over and must have completed the Introduction to Working in Adult Education and Training before enrolling. Basic IT skills are required as some elements use a virtual classroom.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to gain a qualification in Training or Adult Education
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolement. As this course will be delivered online you will require basic IT skills to take part in the virtual classroom. You must have attended the Introduction to Working in Adult Education and Training before you are able to progress to this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in education and training.
You'll understand how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching sessions.
You'll learn how to assess and give feedback to learners.
You'll develop knowledge of how to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
You'll examine the relationships between teachers, other professionals, and organisations in the sector.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classroom sessions at Atmosphere Centre for Young People. Some learning takes place through a virtual classroom, so you'll need basic IT skills to take part. Assessment is through written assignments and practical teaching activities. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the 13 weeks to demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to a device with internet connection for the virtual classroom elements of the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult Educator: teach adults in community or further education settings.
Workplace Trainer: deliver training programmes within an organisation.
Skills Coach: support learners to develop vocational or employability skills.
Learning and Development Assistant: help coordinate training in a business.
Community Learning Tutor: run courses for local adult learners.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: the next step if you want to teach more formally in further education or adult learning settings.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a fuller teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education colleges.
PGCE (Post-16): for those aiming to teach in further education with a degree-level background.
