Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Ever found that doing your job is easier than teaching someone else to do it? Explaining ideas clearly, planning lessons and checking learner progress take skills beyond your everyday work. Our Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) helps you develop these skills, whether you want to teach adults or train people at work.  

The 12-credit Level 3 AET course replaced the former PTLLS qualification (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector). You'll learn how to plan lessons, support learners and assess progress through written assignments and practical microteaching. With School of Health Care, you can build these skills online, even without previous teaching experience. It's a practical starting point for turning your subject knowledge into teaching skills you can use with confidence.

Why Choose Our Level 3 AET Course?

Our AET training course combines structured online learning, practical assessments and dedicated tutor support. You'll follow a clear study path, apply your knowledge through teaching activities and receive guidance throughout your course. The flexible format lets you develop your teaching skills around your existing commitments. Here's what you'll get with our course:

• 100% Online: Study anywhere.
• Structured Lessons: Follow clear steps.
• Practical Microteaching: Deliver a teaching session.
• Beginner-Friendly: No experience required.
• Flexible Study: Study around work.
• Lifetime Access: Revisit materials anytime.
• Early Certification: Finish sooner if eligible.
• Tutor Support: Get feedback and guidance.

What Will You Learn in the Level 3 Award in Education and Training?

A well-planned lesson involves more than explaining a topic. You need to understand your role, prepare suitable activities and know how to support learners throughout the session. Our Level 3 education and training course covers seven key learning areas that help you understand each stage of the teaching process.

• Teaching Roles and Responsibilities: Understand your professional duties, boundaries and responsibilities towards learners.
• Safe and Supportive Learning: Learn to establish ground rules, promote respect and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Inclusive Teaching Methods: Explore approaches that meet different learning needs, abilities and backgrounds.
• Lesson Planning and Delivery: Set clear learning objectives, structure lessons and organise suitable teaching activities.
• Using Teaching Resources: Select and adapt learning materials, equipment and technology to support effective teaching.
• Assessment and Feedback: Understand assessment methods, how to check learner progress and ways to provide constructive feedback.
• Teaching Evaluation: Reflect on your teaching performance, consider feedback and identify ways to improve future lessons.

You'll also put your learning into practice through microteaching, where you'll plan and deliver a teaching session. This gives you an opportunity to apply your knowledge in a practical setting.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

Our Level 3 Award in Education and Training online course suits people who want to teach adults or deliver workplace training. It's ideal for aspiring tutors, new trainers and professionals moving from industry roles into teaching. Existing assessors can also develop their teaching knowledge through this course.   The qualification is relevant to further education, private training centres, community groups and workplace learning teams. It also suits professionals in healthcare, beauty, security and first aid who want to train others in their field. This makes it a practical choice for people taking on teaching or training responsibilities.

AET Course Assessment Process

Our Level 3 AET course combines written assignments with practical microteaching to assess your teaching knowledge and skills. To complete the qualification, you must successfully finish:

• Three Written Assignments: Cover teaching responsibilities, inclusive learning and assessment methods.
• 60-Minute Microteaching Activity: Take part in one hour of microteaching, including at least 15 minutes of observed teaching. The remaining time may include further teaching or observing other learners.

How Does the Assessment Work?

You'll submit your written assignments through our online student portal. Your tutor will review your work and provide feedback. For microteaching, your tutor will explain the observation requirements and approved assessment arrangements. This helps you understand what to prepare and how to complete the practical task. Once you pass all assessments and complete the required checks, you'll receive your certificate.

Special Note:

Pay just £19 now to enrol in the course. You can pay the remaining £151 when submitting your assignments. The total course fee is £170, with no additional charges.

Course Duration and Entry Requirements

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training carries 12 credits, 48 guided learning hours and 120 total qualification hours. You have up to four months to complete the course, although you can finish sooner if you complete your assessments early. You'll receive your certificate once you pass all assessments and the required checks are complete.   You must be at least 19 years old but you don't need previous teaching experience. You'll need suitable English and basic computer skills to complete your studies. During enrolment, you must provide one valid form of identification:

• Valid passport
• Driving licence
• Government-issued photo ID

Your Next Steps with the Award in Education and Training Level 3

Your industry experience could become the subject you teach. Our Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) helps you build the skills to plan lessons, support learners and assess their progress.   After completing the course, you can explore opportunities in adult education or workplace training. You can also work towards the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training or other suitable teaching qualifications, subject to entry requirements.   Ready to put your knowledge to work in teaching? Enrol with the School of Health Care and start building your teaching skills today.