About the course

This course will prepare you with everything you need to start work in a full teaching/training role. You will learn and apply the practical and theoretical aspects of planning, teaching/training and assessing in Further and Adult Education or the private or public sector. This 55 week course is for perfect for anybody working either full or part-time in a full teacher, trainer or instructor role.

How much does it cost?

£2,440

Who is it suitable for?

This course is suitable for you if:

• You work as a teacher, trainer or instructor in the private or public sector or Further and Adult Education
• Have access to at least 100 hours of teaching, training or instructing groups over a twelve month period
• You have a Level 3 qualification in the subject you want to teach or substantial industry experience
• You hold a level 2 qualification or equivalent in English and maths.

Why study?

The course offers a blended model of delivery, with weekly online live classes that support you with understanding the key topics and practising the skills you need to be successful in a training and teaching role. In the live classes you will be learning from both teacher input and from fellow students working in the same profession.

Skills you will develop:

• How to plan and deliver inclusive teaching and learning sessions
• Design creative and innovative resources
• Knowledge of the teaching profession and legislation
• How to ensure equality of opportunity in assessment practice
• Apply a range of effective behaviour management strategies
• How to support learners in the role of tutor
• Apply principles and practices of assessment
• Develop employability skills in learners
• Internally assure the quality of assessment
• Apply theories, principles and models in education and training
• Mentor colleagues

Where will this course take me?

QTLS / Certificate in Education / PGCE

Core modules

• The roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Inclusive teaching and learning approaches
• Develop and prepare resources to support effective learning
• Wider professional practice
• Understanding and managing behaviour
• Preparing for the personal tutor role
• Understanding principles and practices of assessment
• Embedding employability skills
• Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment
• Theories, principles and models in education and training
• Preparing for the Mentoring Role

How will I be assessed?

Completion of eleven assignments and the creation of a portfolio of evidence which consists of: 

• Eight one hour observations of your teaching
• Written work
• Video logs
• Weekly reflective journal

Will I have to provide anything?

You will attend the course from home, so a device, such as a tablet or laptop would be essential to have, as well as a quite area to work from and a good Wi-Fi signal.