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Level 3 AET Training Course
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Summary

Price
£199 inc VAT
Or £66.33/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
120 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
Level 3 Award in Education and Training
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Assessment details
  • Assessment fee at the time of submission - £169
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Level 3 AET Course *** GIFT - 5 Courses + Certificates | Expert Tutor Support

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) – formerly known as PTLLS – is the minimum qualification required to teach or train in the Further Education (FE) sector in the UK.

If you're considering a path into teaching, this course is the perfect place to begin. It equips you with essential knowledge and teaching strategies to inspire and engage learners effectively. What makes this course stand out is its flexibility, it suits both absolute beginners and professionals already involved in education. As a teacher, you have the power to shape minds and leave a lasting impact on society. With teaching opportunities growing worldwide, this course opens the door to a rewarding and meaningful career. It also helps current educators gain formal recognition for their existing skills and experience.

There is Something More for You with This Level 3 AET Course

As a course provider, we highly value our learners’ needs. That is why we are giving you some relevant courses for teaching and training for free to benefit you. With these courses, you can further enrich your knowledge and employability skills. Here are those -

  1. Diploma in Special Education Needs (SEN)
  2. EYFS Teaching Diploma
  3. Early Years Level 4
  4. Primary Teaching Diploma
  5. Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Learning Outcomes of the Level 3 AET Course

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify and perform the roles of a teacher.
  • Explain and apply the teaching and learning approaches.
  • Plan a training session for your learners of different backgrounds.
  • Describe the teachers' attributes and expectations.
  • Prepare inclusive lessons and training sessions for your students.
  • Analyse the role, responsibilities and relationships in education and training.
  • Prepare and administer necessary assessments for your students.

Why Choose Level 3 AET Course from Us

  • Self-paced course, access available from anywhere.
  • Easy to understand, high-quality study materials.
  • Dedicated tutor support during office hours (Monday to Friday)
  • Course developed by industry experts.
  • 24/7 support via live chat, phone call or email.
  • Free PDF certificate as soon as you complete the Gift Courses.

Qualification

Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Awarded by Open Awards
Regulated by Ofqual

Assessment details

Assessment fee at the time of submission

£169

Please be informed that apart from the initial fee, you have to pay GBP 169 when submitting assignments.

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Description

Level 3 AET Course

Course Curriculum

AET: Module 01: Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training

  • Understand 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

AET: Module 02: Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training

  • Understand Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training
  • Understand Ways to Create an Inclusive Teaching and 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

AET: Module 03: Understanding Assessment

  • 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 Keeping Records of Assessment in Education and Training

Level 3 AET Course Qualification at a Glance

  • Total Qualification Time (TQT - 120 Hours
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH) - 48 Hours
  • Credit Value - 12
  • Minimum Age - 19

Purpose of the Level 3 AET Course Qualification

This Level 3 AET Course qualification is designed to prepare learners for employment and support them to progress to a teaching role within the workplace. It has been developed for those intending to work in the post-16 education and training sector.

What Skills You Will Gain from this Level 3 AET Course

You will gain the following marketable qualities through the Level 3 Award in Education and Training course. Different hiring managers are looking for these below-mentioned qualities.

  • Become an expert in education and training.
  • Learn about the teacher’s role.
  • Master the learning and teaching approaches.
  • Increase your session planning skills.
  • Gain knowledge in teacher expectations & attributions.
  • Understand how to deliver inclusive sessions which engage and motivate learners.
  • Explain roles, responsibilities, and relationships in education and training.
  • Identify how to create assessments in education and training.

Level 3 AET Course Assessment Method

In order to be eligible for the certification, you need to complete the following assessments.

  • Three written assignments
  • One microteaching session - 60 Minutes (Which can be submitted as a recorded video)

Please note that you will be given precise instruction in the course material about writing the assignments and performing the micro-teach session. Moreover, if you face any difficulty, your tutor will be there to support you.

You must submit all assignments via the online portal with full tutor support.

Certification

As soon as you submit your assignments and micro-teaching video, your tutor will assess those. Based on the assessor's evaluation, you will be graded either 'achieved' or 'not achieved yet'. If you are in the achieved category, you will receive an accredited certificate from the renowned awarding body.

Progression

If you achieve this Level 3 AET Course qualification, you could progress to:

  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
  • Level 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges
  • Level 4 Award for Technology-Enabled Educators
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Who is this course for?

Wherever you work, this Level 3 AET course is a must for you if you want to become a trainer. Besides, this course is also appropriate for the following.

  • Teacher & Trainer
  • Consultant
  • Job Hunters & School Leavers
  • College or University Students & Graduates
  • Tutors & Instructors
  • Headmasters
  • Education Consultants
  • Education Providers
  • Office Clerk & Administration Assistant
  • Educational Psychologist
  • Lecturer or Classroom Assistant

Requirements

There are no fixed entry requirements for attending the Level 3 Award in Education and Training course. However, you must be 19 years old or over upon certification. An interest in teaching adults and E-learning will be beneficial. Moreover, you must have basic ICT and time management skills. It will help you complete online written assignments. Since this is a Level 3 course, you must be ready to read through various texts, cross-reference, and research theories or principles or practices of effective teaching. Finally, you need to demonstrate practical teaching skills via assessment work.

Career path

You can choose from a variety of professions, either in teaching or training, upon completion of the Level 3 AET course. These include –

  • Primary School Teacher
  • Secondary School Teacher
  • Further Education Teacher
  • Private Tutor
  • Freelance Trainer
  • Trainer at Your Workplace

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