Award in Education and Training - Level 3

This course is suitable for candidates to retrain as a teacher and to work in Further Education, Adult and Community Learning or Work-based training within public and private community organisations. Active teaching practice is NOT a requirement of this course, preparing trainee teachers to teach in a wide range of contexts. The course meets the needs of a range of new teachers, including:

• Roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Understanding and using inclusive learning and teaching approaches in education and training
• Understanding assessment in education and training

The course is a unit based qualification, made up of 3 mandatory units.

You will need:

• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, such as GCSE grade 4 - 9, (A - C under the old grading system), Level 2 in Functional Skills, Level 2 in Adult Numeracy If you don't have these you'll need to undertake an initial assessment which evidences capability at Level 2

You will be invited to attend an interview with one of the teacher education team before being offered a place on the course.

How long is this course?

6 - 12 weeks

When does this course start?

This course starts numerous times throughout the year.

How many hours / days per week is this course?

This course is delivered in a blended learning format. You will either be at the King's Lynn campus or studying remotely through sessions on Teams or by using our virtual learning environment, LEARN.

What can I do after this course at CWA?

Following successful completion of this course, you could apply to teach in a Further Education setting and progress onto the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (eligibility criteria will apply)

Fee information

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

Level 3 Award in Education and Training

How is my course assessed?

This course is assessed through written assignments, Micro-teach, reflective journals, case studies, checklists, portfolio of evidence, professional discussion and general questioning.