Level 3 Education and Training Course in Penzance. Evening classes run at Penwith College, part-time over 12 weeks. This education and training qualification is open to people aged 19 or over. It suits those new to teaching, those already in a training role, and assessors looking to add a teaching qualification to their experience. You'll cover the principles of teaching and learning, planning and delivering sessions, and understanding your learners. The course covers both theory and practical teaching skills.
Who this course is for
The qualification provides an introduction to teaching and aims to meet the needs of a range of trainee teachers, such as - individuals not currently in a teaching or training role; individuals currently teaching and training (including those who have just begun teaching and training); individuals currently working as assessors who wish to achieve a qualification that provides an introduction to teaching.
Entry requirements
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer in education and training.
You'll explore how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching and learning sessions.
You'll learn how to assess and give feedback to learners.
You'll examine different teaching and learning approaches and when to use them.
You'll develop an understanding of the minimum core skills in literacy, language, numeracy, and ICT.
You'll reflect on your own teaching practice and identify areas for development.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Penwith College on evenings. 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 lesson to be observed and assessed. There are no exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Penwith 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 in literacy, numeracy, or vocational subjects
Learning and Development Coordinator: plan and run staff training
Vocational Assessor: assess learners working toward qualifications
Community Learning Tutor: deliver courses for local councils or charities
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Education and Training: the next step if you want to teach in further education. Covers more advanced teaching practice and includes observed teaching hours.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: builds on the Award with deeper study of teaching theory and assessed practice.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: the qualification recognised for teaching roles in further education colleges.
