L3 Award in education and training

Overview

This course is for individuals 19+ who are thinking about teaching in the post-16 education and training sector, or who already train/instruct others and wish to gain a qualification. The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an introductory teaching qualification. You do not have to have a current teaching role, but taking part in the microteaching session is a mandatory part of the course.

This course will help you: Understand roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training. Understand and use inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training. Understand the principles and practices of assessment.

The classes take place online on Monday evenings. However, there is a mandatory face-to-face practical session in Exeter on Saturday 31st January. You will also need to complete, in your own time, 6 assignments and a guided reflective journal.

Entry requirements

This course is at Level 3 so you will have demonstrated through the initial online skills check that you can work at this level. A phone call with the tutor will also confirm that this is the right course for you. This course is part of the Bootcamp programme (eligibility criteria apply).

Assessment criteria

This qualification is assessed by a portfolio of evidence which you will build throughout the course, and which will be submitted to the awarding body. Your tutor will support you in making sure everything you need is included in the portfolio. There will be a simple ILP (Individual Learning Plan) which the tutor will discuss with you individually, to make sure the class is meeting your needs.

What do I need?

You will your own electronic device and reliable access to the internet/wi-fi signal. A phone will not be sufficient.

What can I do next?

You could enrol on a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course. You could enrol on another of our Skills & Development courses. You could also enrol on other Learn Devon courses such as Improve your Maths, Improve your English, Essential Digital Skills, or Learning for Work – please ask your tutor or visit our website.