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£600 £149
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Monthly instalment plans are available.
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Credits – 12 -
TQT – 120 -
GLH – 48
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Recommended Course Duration – Up to 4 Months -
Option to fast-track in 5 Days is available.
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Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6099/8
Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.
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Unit Structure
- Unit 1: Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
- Unit 2: Understanding and using inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training
- Unit 3: Understanding assessment in education and training
Overview
Previously referred to as PTLLS qualification, Level 3 Award in Education and Training is a standard qualification for beginners who want to pursue a teaching career in the desired fields. This course is accredited by UK Ofqual and prepares you to teach within the Further Education and Higher Education Sectors.
What makes this Level 3 course ideal is to enrol in the course, you don’t need any previous experience or qualification. Therefore, no matter what you wish to teach, be it music or mathematics, this Level 3 AET will prepare you by teaching the right skills and expertise in the respective field. For your convenience and ease, we deliver the course online via our Virtual Learning Environment.
Scope:
Equipped with Level 3 AET teacher training qualification, you can teach in a wide range of fields which may include the following:
- Music Teaching and Performing Arts
- NHS Training and Freelance Teaching and Training
- Hospitality & Catering
- Engineering or Personal Services
- Driving Instruction and so on
Duration and Delivery
We care for our learners and that is why we provide our learners with the opportunity to complete the course at their own pace. They can finish the course in as less as 5 days or take up to 4 months. No matter the completion time, all learners are provided with competent online support tutors via VLE throughout the course.
Assessment and Verification Process
Assessment activities of this course will be thoroughly assessed – internally and externally – by our qualified assessors and awarding organisation. Other than that, during the course, your performance will also be graded through micro-teaching session and written assignments. Once you are enrolled, complete details of the theoretical and practical requirements will be provided by the tutor assigned to you.
Progression After PTLLS/AET Course
Learners may proceed to the following qualifications after Level 3 AET, which will assist in boosting their teaching profile:
- Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF)
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Entry Requirement
Before enrolling on Level 3 AET course, you must meet the mentioned requirements:
• You must be at least 19 years old,
• You must possess adequate literacy and mathematic skills,
• and not have any criminal records that might prevent you from becoming a teacher. -
Practical Requirement
The practical requirements for Level 3 AET entail the following:
• You must participate in at least 60 minutes of micro-teaching,
• If you are currently teaching you can use your teaching practice to record a session of 1 hour.
•In case you don’t have learners to deliver the 1 hour microteach, we will provide you the option to deliver a 15-minute micro-teaching session and observe the microteach of your peers for the remaining 45 minutes.
• To get more details of Level 3 AET practical requirements please read our blog.
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How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed via three written assignments along with the planning and delivery of a microteaching session – the topic can be of your choice.
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Useful Knowledge/skills that you will learn on the course
You will be able to:
- Learn the skills and abilities needed to teach and instruct in the Lifelong Learning Sector.
- Understand the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training.
- Understand the boundaries between teachers and other professionals including points of referral.
- Understand relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
- Deliver inclusive sessions which engage and motivate learners.
- Evaluate the delivery of inclusive teaching and learning.
- Understand the use of different assessment methods and the need for record-keeping.
- Understand the role and use of constructive feedback in the assessment process.
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Standard
£149
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Recommended Duration
Up to 4 Months -
Maximum Duration Allowed
6 Months -
Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
£45
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Tutor Support
Unlimited -
Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
Within 3-4 Working Days*
*Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days -
Suitable for
Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking. -
Not suitable if
You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.
Fast Track
£170
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Recommended Duration
Up to 4 Months -
Maximum Duration Allowed
6 Months -
Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
£30
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Tutor Support
Unlimited – Priority -
Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
Within 1-2 Working Days*
*Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days -
Suitable for
Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback -
Not suitable if
You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.
Flexi
£180
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Recommended Duration
Up to 4 Months -
Maximum Duration Allowed
24 Months -
Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
£15
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Tutor Support
Unlimited – Priority -
Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
Within 1-2 Working Days*
*Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days -
Suitable for
Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration. -
Not suitable if
You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.
Standard
£171
- £42.84/Month
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No. of instalments
4 -
Recommended Duration
Up to 4 Months -
Maximum Duration Allowed
6 Months -
Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
£45
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Tutor Support
Unlimited -
Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
Within 3-4 Working Days*
*Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days -
Suitable for
Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking. -
Not suitable if
You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.
Fast Track
£188
- £47.12Month
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No. of instalments
4 -
Recommended Duration
Up to 4 Months -
Maximum Duration Allowed
6 Months -
Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
£30
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Tutor Support
Unlimited – Priority -
Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
Within 1-2 Working Days*
*Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days -
Suitable for
Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback -
Not suitable if
You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.
Flexi
£206
- £34.27Month
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No. of instalments
6 -
Recommended Duration
Up to 4 Months -
Maximum Duration Allowed
24 Months -
Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
£15
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Tutor Support
Unlimited – Priority -
Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
Within 1-2 Working Days*
*Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days -
Suitable for
Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration. -
Not suitable if
You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.
All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.
Frequetly Ask Questions
Who is this course for?
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training course is for individuals looking to teach or train in the FE and HE sectors. It is suitable for beginners with little or no prior experience in teaching/training.
What is the time frame to complete the course?
There is no specific time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 5 days (fast track) or up to 4 months (full time).
Is this course approved by any recognised awarding organisation?
Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status-https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.
What is Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)?
The Award in Education and Training (AET) was previously known as Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) under the old QCF framework. Apart from the names, both are essentially the same courses.
What is micro-teaching session?
Micro-teaching is a 1-hour session that illustrates teaching practice for the Level 3 Award in Education and Training.
Do I need a workplace or a real class to deliver my lesson?
No, the Level 3 Award allows simulation of the lesson. You can deliver your lesson at the workplace/classroom or at home, but you must have access to real learners.
How do I provide evidence of teaching?
Record the session on your smartphone/tablet PC or other camera device, upload it to YouTube or Vimeo and then send us a link.
Will I have to sit an exam?
No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.
What if I have still any questions?
Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!
What is Petals training course?
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is also referred in the industry as Petals course. Apart from the names, both are essentially the same courses.
Amanda –
The staff has been so helpful I recently started the Level 3 award in education and training and they not only have a great customer service, on enrolment, but have a prompt system in answering a query regarding the course content as well.
I had some problems in the assignments. Iza, who answered my email, gave me directions on how to resolve this. It put my mind at ease. Thank you !!
Tom Brady –
Organized course material, Tutors answer questions in the specified time as stated at the beginning of the course. Availability of flexible payment plan and study at your own convenience.
Afzaal –
The response of staff was awesome. Whenever I needed help, I received an immediate response. Course material and delivery was great and overall it was a great experience.