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Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6341/0
Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.
In case
you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of
the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option
for L4 CET.
Level 4 Certificate in Education in Training – previously referred to as CTLLS – is the perfect choice for those who have completed Level 3 AET and looking to expand their career in teaching and training. Not only it is suitable for trainee teachers, but it is also suitable for those with some experience in teaching roles. With this Level 4 CET qualification, the learners will be able to teach within FE (Further Education) and HE (Higher Education) sectors.
Whether you want to teach music, literature or any other subject, this course will develop effective teaching skills, bringing you closer to becoming a QTLS.
Not only that, it will give you in-depth knowledge of how to deliver and plan education and training along with roles and responsibilities associated with roles and responsibilities.
After achieving the Level 4 CET qualification, you will be able to teach in a range of contexts which may include the following:
We have designed our Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training in a way that any learner can complete the course at their desired pace. It all depends on the time you invest and the experience you have; you can complete the course in either two weeks or nine months. You can learn and complete the course via Virtual Learning Environment along with our competent tutor support.
All the units included in the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training will be externally assessed by a qualified awarding body and internally assessed by our proficient assessors. During the course, you will be assessed and graded through written assignments, a 30-hour teaching log and 3 teaching observations, each of 1 hour.
For assessment, you can either have an assessor observe you or send a recording of your teaching sessions.
You may further opt for Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, after completing Level 4 CET qualification.
For L4 CET, you must meet the mentioned requirements:
• You should be at least 19 and over,
• For your practical observations, you must have access to learners
• You must acquire a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy Skills in order to enrol in L4 CET.
• You must not have a criminal background as it can prevent you from becoming a qualified teacher.
• A 30-hour teaching log is required for the L4 Certificate in Education and Training.
• Other than that, 3 observations – one hour each – are required.
• If you do not have access to learners for your teaching observation; in such an event, we are more than happy to provide our work placement service.
• You are required to create a portfolio of your 30-hour teaching log, 3 observations and written assignments.
• This portfolio will then be assessed and graded by your assigned tutor according to the associated criteria of the unit.
• Additionally, you may also be required to submit relevant work such as study plans, resource plans and schemes of work which you prepared for learners.
You will be able to:
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.
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course is for individuals looking to teach or train in the FE and HE sectors. The course is also recognised and all over the world.
There is no specific time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 9 months (full time).
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.
The Certificate in Education and Training (CET) was previously known as Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) under the old QCF framework. Apart from the names, both are essentially the same courses.
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, three teaching observations are required which will be observed by one of our qualified assessors.
Each observation should be at least 60 minutes. If it is shorter than 60 minutes, additional teaching observations would be required so it would be best to have each lesson planned for at least 60 minutes.
Absolutely NOT. Your observations should be spread over your course so that there is a learning curve whereby you take feedback from the observer on board and make improvements in your next teaching session.
This should not be a problem. We will wait for you till you find a placement and then, carry out the observations. Meanwhile, you can work on the theoretical part of this course. You can also avail our work placement offer in case you cannot manage finding a placement for yourself. An alternative choice for you is to opt for our Level 3 Award in Education and Training which does not require any work placement.
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, 30 teaching hours need to be logged.
Successful completion of this qualification will lead to a range of career paths in FE and HE sector.
No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.
If you are 19+, have no criminal background, a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills then you are eligible for this course.
Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!
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Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6341/0
Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.
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In case
you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of
the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option
for L4 CET.
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Level 4 Certificate in Education in Training – previously referred to as CTLLS – is the perfect choice for those who have completed Level 3 AET and looking to expand their career in teaching and training. Not only it is suitable for trainee teachers, but it is also suitable for those with some experience in teaching roles. With this Level 4 CET qualification, the learners will be able to teach within FE (Further Education) and HE (Higher Education) sectors.
Whether you want to teach music, literature or any other subject, this course will develop effective teaching skills, bringing you closer to becoming a QTLS.
Not only that, it will give you in-depth knowledge of how to deliver and plan education and training along with roles and responsibilities associated with roles and responsibilities.
After achieving the Level 4 CET qualification, you will be able to teach in a range of contexts which may include the following:
We have designed our Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training in a way that any learner can complete the course at their desired pace. It all depends on the time you invest and the experience you have; you can complete the course in either two weeks or nine months. You can learn and complete the course via Virtual Learning Environment along with our competent tutor support.
All the units included in the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training will be externally assessed by a qualified awarding body and internally assessed by our proficient assessors. During the course, you will be assessed and graded through written assignments, a 30-hour teaching log and 3 teaching observations, each of 1 hour.
For assessment, you can either have an assessor observe you or send a recording of your teaching sessions.
You may further opt for Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, after completing Level 4 CET qualification.
For L4 CET, you must meet the mentioned requirements:
• You should be at least 19 and over,
• For your practical observations, you must have access to learners
• You must acquire a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy Skills in order to enrol in L4 CET.
• You must not have a criminal background as it can prevent you from becoming a qualified teacher.
• A 30-hour teaching log is required for the L4 Certificate in Education and Training.
• Other than that, 3 observations – one hour each – are required.
• If you do not have access to learners for your teaching observation; in such an event, we are more than happy to provide our work placement service.
• You are required to create a portfolio of your 30-hour teaching log, 3 observations and written assignments.
• This portfolio will then be assessed and graded by your assigned tutor according to the associated criteria of the unit.
• Additionally, you may also be required to submit relevant work such as study plans, resource plans and schemes of work which you prepared for learners.
You will be able to:
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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.
Who is this course for?
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course is for individuals looking to teach or train in the FE and HE sectors. The course is also recognised and all over the world.
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 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 9 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 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector CTLLS?
The Certificate in Education and Training (CET) was previously known as Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) under the old QCF framework. Apart from the names, both are essentially the same courses.
How many teaching observations are required to complete this course?
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, three teaching observations are required which will be observed by one of our qualified assessors.
How long should each teaching observation be?
Each observation should be at least 60 minutes. If it is shorter than 60 minutes, additional teaching observations would be required so it would be best to have each lesson planned for at least 60 minutes.
Can I carry out all the observations in a single day or within a week?
Absolutely NOT. Your observations should be spread over your course so that there is a learning curve whereby you take feedback from the observer on board and make improvements in your next teaching session.
I am currently not at work, so cannot arrange for a teaching observation. What should I do?
This should not be a problem. We will wait for you till you find a placement and then, carry out the observations. Meanwhile, you can work on the theoretical part of this course. You can also avail our work placement offer in case you cannot manage finding a placement for yourself. An alternative choice for you is to opt for our Level 3 Award in Education and Training which does not require any work placement.
How many teaching hours need to be logged?
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, 30 teaching hours need to be logged.
Will I be able to explore job opportunities after completing this course?
Successful completion of this qualification will lead to a range of career paths in FE and HE sector.
Do I have to take an exam?
No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.
Am I eligible for this course?
If you are 19+, have no criminal background, a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills then you are eligible for this course.
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!
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