Before you enrol on this course
To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study.

Who is this course for?
The qualification provides an introduction to teaching and aims to meet the needs of a range of trainee teachers, such as: Individuals not currently in a teaching or training role. Individuals currently teaching and training. Individuals currently working as assessors who wish to achieve a qualification that provides an introduction to teaching.

Entry requirements
You should have level 2 qualifcations in English and Maths.

Course aims
The course will cover the following topics: Understanding the teaching role and responsibilities in education and training. Understand ways to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. Understand the relationships between teachers and other professionals in education and training. Understand inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training. Understand ways to create an inclusive learning environment. Be able to plan inclusive teaching and learning. Be able to deliver inclusive teaching and learning. Be able to evaluate the delivery of inclusive teaching and learning. Understand types and methods of assessment used in education and training. Understand how to involve learners and others in the assessment process. Understand the role and use of constructive feedback in the assessment process. Understand requirements for record keeping in education and training.

Qualification
In this course you will achieve the NCFE Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Assessment will be carried out through assignments and observations of teaching.

How will the course be delivered?
This is a mainly theory course with some practical aspects.

How will I know I'm making progress?
During the first session, your tutor will discuss your goals and current level in relation to the course. Based on this assessment, you will agree individual targets which you will record in your individual learning plan (ILP). You and your tutor will review your targets regularly to ensure that you are making progress; these will be written in your individual learning plan.

Will I need to study or practise outside the classroom?
There is a considerable amount of work for you to do in your own time for this qualification. Please allow a minimum of 4-6 hours per week for this.

What will I need to take to the course?
Please bring a pen, notepad and a file for your hand-outs. Access to a digital device outside the classroom is essential for completing classroom projects.

What can I learn next?
This course will allow progression to teacher training courses in higher education such as a teaching degree or PGCE as well as allowing progression directly into a teaching role Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information of what progression is available. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

Career opportunities
Teaching, Training, Assessing

Please Note:
Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and can be used to match funding for ESF. It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.