Free Level 3 Education and Training Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it practical if you have work, family, or other commitments. The course covers the principles of teaching and learning, planning and delivering sessions, and assessing learners. It typically takes 12 weeks to complete. This is a recognised education and training qualification that opens doors to teaching and training roles in further education, community learning, and workplace training.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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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 and deliver inclusive teaching and learning sessions.
You'll understand how to use a range of teaching and learning approaches to meet different needs.
You'll develop skills in assessing and giving feedback to learners.
You'll examine how to create a safe, positive learning environment.
You'll reflect on your own teaching practice and identify areas for development.
How you will learn
You'll study online and complete written assignments that demonstrate your understanding of teaching and learning principles. Assessment is through coursework rather than exams. You'll also carry out a microteach session, where you plan and deliver a short teaching activity and receive feedback on it. University Centre Somerset will confirm the exact requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset 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
Workplace Trainer: deliver training programmes within a business or organisation
Learning and Development Assistant: support training delivery in HR or L&D teams
Tutor: teach a specialist subject in a college or training centre
Skills Coach: support learners on apprenticeship or vocational programmes
Community Learning Tutor: run courses for local authority or voluntary sector providers
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: the next step if you want to move into a more substantial teaching role, covering deeper practice and theory.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a full teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education colleges, often required for permanent teaching contracts.
PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education: a university-level route for those aiming to teach in further or higher education.
