Level 3 Education and Training Course in Aldershot. Classes run at 4 Rifles Normandy Barracks, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. This is an introductory education and training qualification for people who are skilled or qualified in a work-related area and want to teach or train others. It is a gateway course, not a full teaching qualification, but it is the recognised first step toward higher-level teacher training qualifications. You need to be 19 or over, with a Level 3 qualification or relevant experience in the subject you want to teach. The course runs over 12 months on a flexible, daytime basis.
Who this course is for
This is an introductory course for people who are skilled and qualified in a work related area and want to learn to teach or train others. Known as a 'Gateway' course, it won't equip you to be a fully qualified teacher or trainer, but it is the first step to accessing higher level courses that will do so.
Entry requirements
You need to be 19 years or over. You should have achieved or be aiming to achieve a qualification at NVQ level 3 and/or have experience in the subject/skill you wish to teach.
What you will learn
You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in the education and training sector.
You'll understand how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching sessions.
You'll learn how to assess learners and give constructive feedback.
You'll develop awareness of legislation and professional standards relevant to teaching.
You'll practise communication and presentation skills for a teaching context.
You'll reflect on your own teaching practice and identify areas for development.
How you will learn
Learning is blended, combining online study with daytime sessions at the centre. You will complete written assignments and micro-teach sessions, where you plan and deliver a short lesson to be observed and assessed. Assessment is based on your written work and teaching practice. There is no formal written exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. 4 Rifles Normandy Barracks 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 skills training within your organisation
Vocational Tutor: teach your trade or profession to learners
Learning and Development Facilitator: support staff training in a business
Skills Coach: guide learners through work-based programmes
Community Learning Tutor: 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 toward a full teaching qualification, required for many further education roles.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: the qualification that meets the professional standard for teachers in the further education and skills sector.
PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education: a university-level route for those aiming to teach in colleges and adult education.
