Free Level 3 Education and Training Course in Weymouth. Evening classes run at Weymouth College, part-time over 12 weeks. This education and training qualification is designed for people with no prior teaching experience. You'll build a solid understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer, covering legislation, equality, diversity, and meeting learners' needs. You'll also learn how to plan and deliver sessions, sequence learning, and choose appropriate teaching methods and resources. There are no formal entry requirements.
Who this course is for
The course is a knowledge-based introduction to teaching and/or training, so is aimed at those who have no prior experience of teaching. You will gain a fundamental understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a teacher/trainer in relation to legislation, equality, diversity, inclusivity and meeting the needs of learners. You will be able to sequence learning, plan and deliver sessions, using appropriate resources and teaching methods. You will also be able to identify the characteristics of effective assessment and feedback.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in education and training settings.
You'll explore legislation, equality, diversity, and inclusivity as they apply to teaching.
You'll learn how to plan and sequence learning sessions.
You'll practise delivering sessions using a range of teaching methods and resources.
You'll identify how to meet the individual needs of learners.
You'll develop skills in assessing and giving feedback to learners.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at Weymouth College on weekday evenings. The course is knowledge-based and uses a mix of taught sessions, group discussion, and practical activities. Assessment is through written assignments and observed teaching practice, which together demonstrate your understanding of teaching roles, planning, and delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Weymouth College 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 for staff in your organisation.
Skills Tutor: support learners with vocational or functional skills.
Learning and Development Coordinator: plan and oversee training within a business.
Tutor (Further Education): teach a specialist subject at a college or training provider.
Community Learning Tutor: run courses for adults in local community settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (City and Guilds or Pearson): the next step if you want to teach in further education more formally.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: required for many full teaching roles in further education colleges.
Subject-specific teaching qualifications: if you plan to teach a regulated or specialist area, you may need an additional subject qualification alongside your teaching award.
