L3 Education Training (PTTLS)
This Award replaced the Level 3 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
This Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) qualification provides an introduction to teaching and training in a variety of contexts. It offers trainee teachers and individuals currently training and assessing, the knowledge and understanding required for teaching.
Eligibility
It is appropriate for learners aged 19+ who are:
- not currently teaching or training; the qualification has one element of micro-teaching built into the course
- currently teaching and training
- currently working as Assessors that wish to achieve a qualification that provides an introduction to teaching
Qualification Details
- 120 hours TQT (Total Qualification Time)
- 48 GLH (Guided Learning Hours) *this course is delivered over FIVE days*
- 12 credits comprised of: 3 from Group A, 6 from Group B, 3 from Group C
- 1 hour of micro-teaching for learning and development units (15 min observed and assessed, 45 min delivering or observing)
- Portfolios are internally verified at our centre
Unit Details
- (A) Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training **. 3 credits, 12 GLH
- (B) Understanding and Using Includive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training. 6 credits, 24 GLH
- (C) Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment***. 3 credits, 24 GLH
** Learners may be required to submit an assignment addressing these outcomes prior to course commencement
*** This unit is accepted as an Assessor qualification by some organisations, e.g. the HSE (First Aid Assessor) (page 4)
Recommended Reading
You may find it beneficial to purchase the following book prior to the course (and to support your assignment research):
Practical Teaching: a Guide to Teaching in the Education and Training Sector. Linda Wilson. ISBN: 978 1 40807 602 6 (Amazon link)
Course Costs
- £350 per person (open courses)
- £1950 per group (group booking, multiples of 6)
Individual 2018 Course Delivery Dates
(Reverse order - please read through to find your preferred date)
- December 2018: Mon 10, Tue 11, Wed 12, Tue 18, Wed 19
- May 2019: Tue 7, Wed 8, Thur 9, Tue 14, Wed 15
- September 2019: Mon 16, Tue 17, Wed 18, Mon 23, Tue 24
* Book your place through the website or via our freephone number *
* Places offered on a first come, first served basis *
* Pick up is available from the local railway station *
* Please advise at time of booking should you require disabled assistance *
