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Level 4 Education and Training Course in Nottingham

Cost£1,417.00
Duration19 weeks
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 4 Education and Training Course in Nottingham. Evening classes run at Basford, part-time over 19 weeks. This education and training qualification suits people already working in teaching or training, as well as those moving into it. You'll need at least 30 hours of teaching practice to complete the course, so you'll be applying your learning in a real setting from the start. You'll study roles and responsibilities in education and training, planning and delivering sessions, assessment methods, and how to select the right resources. The course covers action learning too, including reviewing and evaluating your own practice.

Who this course is for

This course is perfect if:

You want to develop your knowledge and skills of teaching and training with a specific focus on practical teaching/delivery; You are currently teaching and/or training and want to have your experience and practice accredited with a recognised qualification; You are not currently in a teaching or training role but have the desire to and can meet the minimum teaching practice requirements of 30 hours (evidence of teaching practice must be provided at interview).

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19+, achieved Maths and English at Level 2 and have a relevant level 3 qualification in the subject you wish to teach. A DBS check and at least 30 hours of teaching in a post 14 environment.

We consider every application on an individual basis and would be happy to have an informal discussion should you wish to talk about your current qualifications and experience.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training.
  • You'll learn how to plan sessions that meet the needs of different learners.
  • You'll develop skills in delivering effective teaching and training sessions.
  • You'll study the types and purposes of assessment used in education and training.
  • You'll learn how to select appropriate resources for your subject and your learners.
  • You'll engage in action learning, reviewing literature related to teaching and learning.
  • You'll critique research and evaluate your own teaching practice.

How you will learn

Classes run on Tuesday evenings, 5pm to 8pm, at Basford in Nottingham. You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical teaching practice (a minimum of 30 hours required), and action learning. Assessment includes written work, observation of your teaching, and a critical review of literature related to your own area of practice. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your teaching experience.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Basford will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange access to a teaching or training environment to complete your 30 hours of teaching practice. Evidence of this practice must be provided at interview.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Adult Educator. Teach adults in further education or community settings.
  • Vocational Trainer. Deliver work-based or skills training in your specialist subject.
  • Learning and Development Officer. Support staff training within an organisation.
  • Tutor. Teach your subject in a college, training centre, or adult learning setting.
  • Skills Coach. Guide learners through workplace or apprenticeship programmes.
  • Education and Training Coordinator. Organise and deliver training programmes.

What you could study next

Once you hold the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, you could progress to a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, which is the fuller teaching qualification recognised for roles in further education. If you want to teach in schools, a PGCE or School Direct route would be the next step. Some educators also go on to study for a degree in education or a specialist subject at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

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