Free Level 3 Education and Training Course in Scarborough. Evening classes run at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time over 13 weeks. This free education and training course for adults is designed for people who want to teach or train others, whether in a workplace, community setting, or adult education environment. Before joining, you must have completed the Introduction to Working in Adult Education and Training. You'll also need basic IT skills to take part in the virtual classroom elements. The course covers planning, delivering, and assessing learning.
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 understand the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in education and training.
You'll learn how to plan inclusive teaching and learning sessions.
You'll practise delivering a short teaching session to peers.
You'll explore different teaching and learning approaches to engage a range of learners.
You'll understand how to assess learning and give constructive feedback.
You'll identify ways to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the evening, part-time over 13 weeks. Learning takes place in a classroom setting with virtual classroom elements, so basic IT skills are required. Assessment includes a micro-teach session where you plan and deliver a short lesson, alongside written assignments that cover your understanding of teaching roles, planning, and assessment methods.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service 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 Support Worker: assist educators in adult learning environments.
Community Learning Tutor: run courses for local community groups.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: the next step for those who 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-Graduate Certificate in Education): for those who want to move into secondary or post-16 teaching and hold a relevant degree.
