Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET

Course overview

This is a qualification aimed at those who work within the education sector. It provides Learners with an opportunity to demonstrate their competence and knowledge in a wide range of job roles.

This is an RQF 12 credit course which can be completed in less than 6 months.

It also is a course that is suitable to individuals who are not currently teaching or training, individuals currently teaching or training, individuals currently working as assessors who wish to achieve a qualification that provides an introduction to teaching.

This course prepares learners for employment and support them to progress to a teaching role within sector specific workplace.

All fees paid for the qualification includes e-portfolio allocation, Tutor support, research and support materials, Certificate issue, Learner support if raised and identified, upon signing up for the qualification agreed break in learning and qualification can be issued upon request as soon as possibly noticed.

Course structure

Entry requirement: There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification however Learners must be at least 19 years or over to be registered into the course.
This course is aimed at individuals who would like to start teaching or for those who are already teaching but need a nationally recognised qualification for their career development.

Method of Assessment: This is a knowledge and competency based RQF Level 3 qualification where learners will be required to compile an e-portfolio of evidence which demonstrates their learning against each assessment criteria of the qualification.
In addition to completing the written assessments learners are required to deliver a 15 minute micro teach lesson. This can be video or delivered via webinar, e-portfolio is assessed by specialist tutor.

Support facility available:
24/7 online access available upon registration, including planned Tutor support.
Online e-learning platform is used to support learner while on the programme.

Career Progression:

Gain employment as a Tutor / Trainer.
Become a Tutor within the Further Education sector.
Up skill further by completing the level 4 in Education and Training.

Mandatory unit

Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training.