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Level 3 Education and Training Course in Winchester – Peter Symonds College

Cost£399.00
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Education and Training Course in Winchester. Evening classes run at Peter Symonds College, part-time over 11 weeks. This education and training qualification is the introductory route to teaching adults and young people. Formerly known as PTLLS, it gives you a threshold licence to teach. You'll study the theory and practice of learning, covering roles and responsibilities in education and training, and take part in group discussions, presentations, and micro-teaching sessions. No classroom teaching hours are required before you start. Applicants should have English and maths at Level 2 or GCSE grade C or above, and good ICT skills.

Who this course is for

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training, former PTLLS, is an introductory qualification that will confer a 'threshold license to teach'. There are no teaching hours required for this course. Students will study the theory and practice of learning, taking part in group work and discussions, in addition to carrying out presentations and micro-teaching.

What topics will I be covering-

Understand the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training. Understand and use inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training. Understand assessment in education and training Adopt an integrated approach to the theory and practice of learning. Develop communication and interpersonal skills. Reflect on own previous/current levels of experience, practice and skills, and areas for development.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a good level of English and Maths (Level 2 or GCSE C+) and good ICT skills. A Level 1 or 2 qualification would be helpful but is not mandatory.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the roles, responsibilities, and relationships in education and training.
  • You'll explore theories and principles of learning and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll develop skills in planning and delivering short teaching sessions.
  • You'll practise presenting to a group and receiving feedback on your delivery.
  • You'll learn how to create an inclusive learning environment.
  • You'll understand how to assess learners and give constructive feedback.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Peter Symonds College on weekday evenings. You'll take part in group discussions, presentations, and micro-teaching sessions where you practise delivering short lessons to your peers. Assessment is through written assignments and observed micro-teaching. There are no external exams. No placement teaching hours in a real setting are required for this Award.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Peter Symonds College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Adult educator, teaching adults in further education or community settings
  • Trainer, delivering workplace training and staff development
  • Tutor, supporting learners one-to-one or in small groups
  • Learning and development coordinator, designing and running training programmes
  • Skills coach, working with apprentices or vocational learners
  • Community learning tutor, teaching courses for local authorities or charities

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: the next step if you want to teach in further education with observed practice hours included.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: the full teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education colleges.
  • Subject-specific qualifications: if you plan to teach a vocational area, a relevant Level 3 or above subject qualification strengthens your profile.

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