Level 3 Education and Training Course in Chesterfield. Evening classes run at Chesterfield College, part-time over 10 weeks. You'll need GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above (or a Level 2 equivalent), plus basic IT skills. The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to teach or train adults in a range of settings. You'll explore planning and delivering sessions, giving feedback, and understanding how adults learn. The City and Guilds Level 3 Award in Education and Training is the recognised starting point for those moving into adult education roles.
Who this course is for
Adult Learners
Entry requirements
You will need: GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above (or Level 2 equivalent), and basic IT skills.
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 and deliver inclusive teaching and learning sessions.
You'll explore different teaching and learning approaches and when to use them.
You'll practise giving constructive feedback to learners.
You'll understand how to assess learning and check progress.
You'll develop awareness of legislation, equality, and diversity in an education setting.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Chesterfield College on evening sessions. You'll take part in taught sessions, group discussions, and practical teaching activities. Assessment is through written assignments and a micro-teach session, where you plan and deliver a short session to be observed and assessed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield 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 within your organisation.
Skills Tutor: support learners with vocational or functional skills.
Learning and Development Coordinator: plan and run staff training.
Assessor: assess learners working toward vocational qualifications.
Tutor (community learning): run courses for local adult learners.
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: a fuller teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education colleges.
PGCE (Post-16): a university-level route for those aiming to teach in the post-16 sector.
