Course Detail

The Course

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is for those who work, or want to work as teachers/trainers in the further education and skills sector. It is also suitable for applicants who:

• Are not in a teaching/training role
• Have just started a teaching/training role
• Want a short qualification to enable them to make career choices
• Have already achieved the City & Guilds trainer skills or introduction to training qualifications

The programme consists of mandatory and optional units to total 12 credits. The qualification covers the knowledge and skills required by teachers/trainers in the further education and training skills sector, including:

• The roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Inclusive teaching and learning approaches
• Assessment of learners
• Facilitating learning and development for individuals
• Facilitating learning and development in groups
• Understanding principles and practices of assessment

Candidates must build a portfolio of evidence. Assessment will include presentations, written assignments and micro-teach sessions.