Level 3 Education and Training Course in Leicester – Leicester College Abbey Park Campus

CostAnnual Tuition Fee: GBP495.00. Additional costs may apply and concessions may be available. Please click on GO TO COURSE or call 0116 224 2240 or email [email protected] for more information.
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Education and Training Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus, part-time during the day over 14 weeks.

The course covers three core units. You'll explore roles and responsibilities in the course, inclusive teaching and learning approaches, and assessment methods. Topics include session planning, behaviour management, developing resources, and inclusive practice. The course is an introduction to teaching in the Further Education and Skills sector. It was previously known as PTLLS.

You must be at least 19 years old to enrol, and Level 2 English and maths are required. You'll finish with the Ascentis Award in Education and Training.

Who this course is for

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an introductory teaching qualification. It was previously known as PTTLS . The award is appropriate for teachers, tutors and trainers who may be working, or intend to work, within an FE college, adult and community learning centre or learning provider and for those delivering work-based training such as within voluntary, community, private and public organisations. This qualification is not suitable for those wanting to teach in primary or secondary schools.

This is a full cost course. There is no fee remission available and you cannot apply for an advanced learner loan to pay for your fees.

Entry requirements

You are required to have English and maths skills at level 2. If you do not possess certificates in English or maths (GCSE A-C or equivalent) then a short written test will be required. There is a minimum age requirement for this course: you must be at least 19 years old at the date of enrolment.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the roles, responsibilities, and relationships involved in education and training.
  • You'll explore inclusive teaching and learning approaches and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn about assessment methods used in education and training settings.
  • You'll study models of teaching and how to plan effective learning sessions.
  • You'll develop skills in creating and adapting learning resources.
  • You'll examine behaviour management strategies for the classroom.
  • You'll gain an introduction to teaching practice in Further Education and Skills settings.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based, with part-time daytime sessions at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus. Learning is assessed through written assignments covering each of the three units. You will not be required to complete observed teaching practice as part of this Award, though you will reflect on teaching and learning principles throughout.

What you will need to bring

You will need evidence of Level 2 English and maths qualifications such as GCSE grade A to C or equivalent. If you do not have certificates, a short written test will be arranged. Leicester College Abbey Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Further Education Tutor, teaches adults in FE colleges and learning centres.
  • Trainer, delivers work-based training in private, public, or voluntary organisations.
  • Skills Tutor, supports learners with vocational or employability skills.
  • Adult Educator, works in adult and community learning settings.
  • Learning and Development Facilitator, delivers training programmes within organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Certificate in Education and Training, the next step for those wanting to teach more formally in the FE sector.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, a fuller qualification for practising teachers in Further Education.
  • PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education, for those aiming toward a recognised teaching qualification in post-16 settings.

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