Level 4 Education and Training Course in Bristol. Evening classes run at Ashley Down Centre, part-time over 22 weeks. The course fits around your existing teaching or training commitments. You'll explore the methods and principles of learning and teaching, applying them directly to your practice. To enrol, you'll need at least 30 hours of current teaching or training practice across the duration of the course. This level 4 education and training qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
The level 4 Certificate in Education and Training will enable you to provide a thorough preparation of the methods and principles of learning and teaching, applying these to the workplace and developing your skills as an effective practitioner.
Entry requirements
You must have a minimum of 30 hours of current teaching/training practice. This is not hours per week but for the duration of the course. You will need to bring a letter to confirm these teaching/training hours to the interview.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of learning and teaching in education and training contexts.
You'll develop your understanding of how to plan and deliver inclusive sessions.
You'll learn how to assess learners and give constructive feedback.
You'll apply teaching methods to your own workplace practice.
You'll reflect on your development as a practitioner and identify areas for improvement.
You'll study how to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Ashley Down Centre on evenings. Assessment is through written assignments and observations of your teaching practice. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your current teaching or training role. The 30 hours of practice you bring to the course form the foundation of your assessed work.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring a letter confirming your current teaching or training hours to your interview. Ashley Down Centre 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
Trainer: deliver workplace training programmes for staff
Learning and Development Coordinator: plan and oversee training in organisations
Skills Tutor: teach vocational or functional skills to adult learners
Education and Training Assessor: assess learners in vocational programmes
Learning Support Worker: support learners with additional needs in education settings
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (Pearson Edexcel): the next step if you want to move into a more senior teaching role or meet requirements for further professional recognition.
Assessor qualifications (Level 3 Award in Education and Training or D32/D33 equivalent): useful if your role focuses on assessing rather than teaching.
PGCE or equivalent: for those moving into secondary or higher education contexts.
