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Want To Become A Qualified Trainer? Level 3: AET/PTLLS Online Course, 100% Home Study
Russbridge Academy

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16 weeks · Self-paced
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Level 3 Award in Education and Training
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At Russbridge Academy Ltd, we’re proud to be a leading training provider in the UK, delivering top-quality vocational and career-focused courses. We have outstanding performance with a vast number of learners in every corner of the country. Our success and service has lead to us being awarded “Training Provider of the Year 2020 – London” by Southern Enterprise Awards, “Training Provider of the Year 2021” by Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards 2021. We are also proud to share that we have been awarded ''Best Leading Training Provider - UK in both 2022 and 2023'' by Global 100. To celebrate these huge achievements, we are offering Level 3: Award in Education & Training AET course at a discounted price.

Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET formerly known as PTLLS Course is designed to give people the knowledge and confidence to teach adult in any specialty subject area. This course is suitable for someone who wants to work as a teacher/trainer/tutor in further education. Russbridge Academy are delighted to offer Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) qualification via Distance Learning / Online, Live Zoom Class or Classroom Based. This Level 3 AET is a direct replacement qualification of Level 3/4 Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) course sometimes also referred to colloquially as “PETALS” since 2011.

Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET Course is an initial teacher training qualification, is also a Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) qualification. This course is best suits for those who are new to teaching, or wishing to start out a teacher / trainer or currently teaching in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET /PTLLS is designed to give people the knowledge and confidence to teach any adult people in any subject area and certifying people to teach at a nationally accredited standard.

The PTLLS / AET Course, officially the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), is offered by the nationally recognized and award-winning Russbridge Academy Ltd. This qualification, the successor to the PTLLS, equips individuals with the necessary skills and confidence to teach adults in any subject area and is suitable for aspiring or current teachers/trainers in further education across the UK. Russbridge Academy provides the PTLLS / AET Course via online or classroom learning and is currently offering it at a discounted price to celebrate their achievements. This Level 3 AET qualification is a regulated initial teacher training course that allows individuals to teach to a national and OFQUAL standard.

Qualification

Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Regulated by Ofqual
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Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Awarded by City & Guilds
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Description

Course Introduction:

The PTLLS / AET Course, also known as the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, is structured to align with the Further Education National Training Organisation (FENTO) or the Employment National Training Organisation (EMPNTO) standards in the UK, providing essential knowledge and understanding for the sector. This PTLLS / AET Course is specifically designed for individuals looking to begin a career in adult education and training within the United Kingdom and abroad.

Course Overview:
Chapter 1: The roles and responsibilities of a teacher / Trainer in education & Training
Chapter 2: Relationships between education and training
Chapter 3: Inclusive teaching approaches to meet the needs of learners
Chapter 4: Principle of assessment in Education and Training
Chapter 5: How to create a safe and supportive learning environment
Chapter 6: How to motivate learners
Chapter 7: Planning, delivery and evaluation of inclusive teaching and training
Chapter 8: Different assessment methods
Chapter 9: How to recognise and deal with potential problems
Chapter 10: Teaching equipment and aids
Chapter 11: Practical teaching sessions (Teaching concept and Technique)


Face to Face or Live Zoom Classroom Course:
Our Face to Face or Live Zoom classroom sessions run for 3 days from 10am to 5pm. We have over 35 venues in the UK; covering all the major cities. This course will be taught and trained by experienced teachers, who will use a wide range of teaching activities; including lectures, group work, discussion, demonstrations, candidates presentations and many more activities that help learning. Our courses are designed to be convenient, intuitive and delivered as part of a holistic approach that is supported by all major awarding bodies. Micro teaching is an activity where trainee teachers prepare and deliver a short teaching and learning session to their peers on the last day of the session.

Next Face to face class:
Please visit our website for face to face classroom courses around the UK or contact our admin team for details.

Next available Live Zoom class:
Please visit our website for our next available Live Zoom class or contact our admin team for details.

Online / Distance Learning Course:
The PTLLS / AET Course, officially the Level 3 AET qualification, is also accessible through a comprehensive online learning platform with dedicated tutor support. This provides a flexible distance learning option, allowing students to study from any location at their own pace. Upon enrollment in the PTLLS / AET Course, learners gain full access to the online portal and have up to 16 weeks to complete the coursework. Early completion is encouraged, and certification can be awarded sooner upon meeting the required standards. A key component of this PTLLS / AET Course involves a 15-30 minute micro-teach session, which can be recorded in person or via online platforms like Teams/Zoom and submitted for assessment. For those without access to observers, the online PTLLS / AET Course offers opportunities to attend micro-teach sessions at designated venues. Necessary equipment for observed micro-teaching sessions is provided at these venues. For further details, please contact the administrative team.


Onsite/In-House Training:
For organizations seeking to train multiple staff members, the PTLLS / AET Course can be delivered in-house or onsite at any location nationwide. Corporate clients can arrange group bookings via phone or email, and a trainer will conduct the PTLLS / AET Course at their premises. Russbridge Academy also offers classroom-based delivery of the PTLLS / AET Course at various locations across the UK, providing flexible options for individuals and groups. Discounted fees are available for group bookings on both the distance learning and classroom-based formats of the PTLLS / AET Course. We have served a large number of candidates in corporate level.

We have served a large number of candidates in corporate level. We are very proud to be a training part of the following:

  • West Midlands Police
  • BBC
  • Nottingham City Council
  • The Clancy Group PLC
  • VolkerWessels
  • Luton Borough Council
  • Compass Group PLC
  • Leicestershire Police
  • DHL
  • South West College
  • Intertrain
  • South Western Train
  • Unique Senior Care
  • Bioslim Beauty Salon
  • Stobart Aviation Limited
  • Comfort Homes and Care
  • Shavata Brows Studio Manchester
  • Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
  • HSS HIRE
  • London Borough of Havering
  • Voyage Care
  • Avon and Somerset Police
  • Wren Kitchen
  • Belmont Park School
  • BAM Nuttall Ltd
  • Exeter College
  • NELFT NHS Foundation Trust
  • E.ON UK
  • Liverpool John Moores University
  • North Middlesex University Hospital
  • Staffordshire County Council
  • Barnet Southgate College
  • Care UK
  • Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
  • Thérapie Clinic
  • Beauty & Aesthetics Treatments in Keynsham, Bristol
  • London Fire Brigade (LFB)

Why Choose Russbridge Academy:
• Training Provider in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023
• Approved Training Provider
• OFQUAL Accredited Certificates
• Full Tutor Support Throughout the course
• Convenient and Flexible
• 99% Pass Rate
• Fast Result and Certification
• Well experienced Trainers
• Individual and Corporate Training
• Learning portal is access 24/7 from anywhere
• Competitive course fees
• Recommended by former students

Course Assessment:
There is no formal examination is required, but at the end of the course you need to submit a portfolio via email or upload on the portal or by post to our head office and it takes 7-8 days to get the result and certificate upon submission.

Please note: Apart from the initial fee, at the time of submitting the assignment, you are required to pay an additional fee of £190.00 for the assessment of your coursework and the certificate to be issued.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable if you work or want to work as a teacher/trainer/tutor in Further Education Colleges, adult and community education, beauty salon or beauty industry, private training centres, voluntary sector, commerce, industry, public sector, HM forces, Beauty Salon industry, Nail Educator, Hair Extension training, Eye Lashes, Health and Wellbeing Industry, aesthetic trainer, Beauty schools, Health and Social care trainer, care home and Care Instructor, special educational needs (SEN), Fitness Instructor, Driving Instructors, NHS Trusts, Dental Nursing, Nursing home trainer, various police and military forces, Midwives, Librarians, Laboratory Technicians, Teaching Assistants, Higher Education Teaching Professional, Further Education Teaching Professionals, Secondary Education Teaching Professionals, Primary and Nursery Education Teaching Professionals, Special Needs Education Teaching Professionals, Military forces, Naval and Air forces, MOD personnel, Corporate and inhouse training, Security Industry, Teaching/Training, Educational Support Assistants, Education Advisers and School Inspectors, Veterinarians, Nurses, Care sector and First Aid sector and many more.

Requirements

Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET is an introductory, knowledge based teaching qualification. It can be undertaken by an individuals who is 18 years or above.

Career path

- Doing this Level 3 AET course will qualify you to teach any course/subject in your specialist area

- Suitable if you are looking to start your own academy or to start teaching.

- Becoming a Teacher / Trainer / Instructor

- Becoming a Security Trainer

- Becoming a Beauty Trainer

- Becoming a First Aid Trainer

- Becoming a Health and Social Care Trainer

- Becoming any kind of Trainer/Tutor

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Hannah asked:

I am thinking of purchasing this course, due to covid-19 will I still have to attend in person for micro-teaching session or can this be done via skyp

Answer:

Dear Hannah, Thank you for inquiring about the Level 3: Award in Education & Training AET (former PTLLS) course. In this current COVID-19 situation, you can do micro-teach from home, video record them, send to us along with the portfolio/coursework and they will get assessed. Micro Teach can be done via any method for 15-25 min, such as oral presentation, power point presentation or any demonstration. For any query please send us email: info@russbridgeacademy co uk

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Samantha Noureen asked:

hi, is it the correct qualification for me to teach in my beauty academy ? thanks

Answer:

Dear Samantha, Thank you for your inquiring about Level 3 Award in Education & Training AET course. Yes, this is the correct qualification to teach in your beauty academy. Please feel free to contact us if you have anymore query. Regards, Russbridge Academy

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Adeyinka asked:

hello russbridge, is this certificate nationally recognized?

Answer:

Dear Adeyinka, Thanks for reaching out. Level 3 Award in Education and Training certificate is nationally recognized and OFQUAL regulated qualification. Regards, Russbridge Academy

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Fabrice Thomas Serybi asked:

hello can you let me know normally how long time takes to finish the whole course as i work full time?

Answer:

Dear Fabrice, Thanks for your inquiring about Level 3 Award in Education & Training AET course. You will be given up to 4 months to complete the course, however if you finish earlier, you will be awarded early. People finish within 2/3 weeks, depend on their lifestyle. Regards, Russbridge Academy Team

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Sam Rodgers asked:

Does this qualify me to become an nvq assessor in childcare?

Answer:

Dear Sam, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3: AET old PTLLS course. If you like to become an adult trainer/tutor/instructor you need to do this course. In order to become an assessor you need to do Level 3 Assessor CAVA Course. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Danielle asked:

Does the free certificate display the regulating logos or is there extra fee for this x

Answer:

Dear Danielle, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Total fee would be £202.00. Initial payment is £12.00 and pay £190.00 during the assessment of your work. This fee includes login access, tutor support, coursework assessment and certification, OFQUAL logo will be there. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Asha asked:

Good evening. for the coursework assignments would I have to write lesson plan(s).

Answer:

Dear Asha, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Yes, you need complete a written assignment and 15-30 Min long Micro Teach session with a lesson. You will be provided with all study resources and the course is done at your own pace with a tutor's guidance. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Bev asked:

Can you tach more than 1 subject

Answer:

Dear Bev, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3: Award in Education & Training (AET/PTLLS) Course. This is the course to become an approved and accredited adult trainer/tutor/instructor. If you like to become a trainer/tutor/instructor for any subject or skills; you have to have this AET certificate and you can teach more than 1 subject. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Lynnea asked:

Is this course and certificate recognised by Ofqual?

Answer:

Dear Lynnea, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3: Award in Education & Training AET (former PTLLS) Course. Certainly, this certificate is Recognised, Regulated and Accredited by OFQUAL. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Georgia asked:

Hello, I'm not London based, can I do this remotely or are the classroom days in person? Thanks Georgia

Answer:

Dear Georgia, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3: Award in Education & Training AET (PTLLS) Course. Certainly, Online/Remote course is done at your own pace with a tutor's guidance. Also we offer Live Zoom and Face to face class. Once book the course, the Student Portal access would be sent out to you and start the course straightway. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Lucy asked:

Hello, would there be any additional fees for exams or are they included in this course? Thanks

Answer:

Dear Lucy, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3: Award in Education & Training AET (former PTLLS) Course. Initial payment of £10.00 to start the course and £190.00 during the assessment, Total fee is £200.00 (no hidden cost) this include, portal access, tutor support, assessment and certificate. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Frank asked:

Is there a time limit from when I purchase the package in which I must attend a session to begin learning?

Answer:

Dear Frank, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET Course. Online course is done at your own pace with a tutor's guidance. Once you book the course, the Student Portal access would be sent out to you and start the course straightway and and you don't need to attend a session to begin learning. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Natasha asked:

I am wanting to become a qualified trainer within the Health and Social Care sector. Is this the right course for me?

Answer:

Dear Natasha, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Yes, this is a right course for you to become a qualified trainer within the Health and Social Care sector. Also if you want to become a trainer in any other subject/sector, this is a correct and mandatory course. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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M A asked:

How much do you charge in total?

Answer:

Dear M A, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Total fee would be £202.00. Initial payment is £12.00 and pay £190.00 during the assessment of your work. This fee includes login access, tutor support, coursework assessment and certification. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Natasha asked:

is the fee listed including the assessment and certification?

Answer:

Dear Natasha, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Total fee is £202.00. Initial payment is £12.00 and pay £190.00 during the assessment of your work. This fee includes login access, tutor support, coursework assessment and certification. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Steven asked:

Is this qual recognised currently for teaching? How is the 20min video assessed and how and who would be my students?

Answer:

Dear Steven, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3: Award in Education & Training (AET) Course. Yes it is and all our certificates are Recognised and Accredited by OFQUAL. This is the course to become an approved and accredited adult trainer/tutor. Micro Teach need to be for 15-30 min in front of 2 adult. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Yvonne asked:

Once I am done with the course do I need to pay anything extra. to get the certificate

Answer:

Dear Yvonne, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Total fee would be £202.00. Initial payment is £12.00 and pay £190.00 during the assessment of your work. This fee includes login access, tutor support, coursework assessment and certification. Please call us if you have any more queries. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Maria asked:

Do I need to do any apprenticeship? If yes, how many hours? And when should it be done? Example: after I begin the online training?

Answer:

Dear Maria, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET Course. No, you don't need any apprenticeship. This is a very versatile teaching course to become a trainer/tutor and be able to train you are qualified in. If you want to become a trainer in your subject this is a mandatory course and you can issue a certificate. Please call us if you have any more queries. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Anas asked:

Hello, Can the course be finished in less than 16 weeks? Thanks, Anas

Answer:

Dear Anas, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (PTLLS) Course. You will be given up to 4 months to complete the course. However if you finish earlier, you will be awarded early, you do not need to wait for 4 months, people finish within 2/3 weeks and it takes 7-8 days to get the result and certificate. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Bethany asked:

Do I have to travel somewhere for a section of this course or is it completed fully online?

Answer:

Dear Bethany, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (PTLLS) Course. Micro Teach can be done via any method for 15-30 min (with 2 adult), such as just oral presentation, PP presentation or do virtually, record this session and send them along with your coursework. You don't need to travel anywhere. Please call us to enroll on the course and to get discount. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Ban asked:

How many assignments do I need to submit.

Answer:

Dear Ban, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. You need to submit 1 assignment containing 3 units and the certificate is Recognised, Regulated and Accredited by OFQUAL. Please call us if you have any more queries. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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Lesley asked:

I have just enrolled a member of staff on: Level 3: AET/PTLLS Online Course Please can you confirm this is a government funded course

Answer:

Dear Lesley, Thanks for your inquiring about the Level 3 Award in Education and Training AET (old PTLLS) Course. Unfortunately, we don't offer anymore funded courses, however we have payment option with no interest. Please call us if you have any more queries. Regards, Russbridge Academy Harbour House Coldharbour Lane Rainham RM13 9YB

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