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Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF)

£4,300 £129
Limited Time Offer All prices are inclusive of VAT.
Monthly instalment plans are available.

Credits – 52 TQT – 520 GLH – 323 Recommended Course Duration – Up to 4 Months Recommended Course Duration – Up to 4 Months
Unit Structure
  • Unit 1: Child and young person development
  • Unit 2: Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
  • Unit 3: Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
  • Unit 4: Equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people
  • Unit 5: Help improve own and team practice in schools
  • Unit 6: Maintain and support relationships with children and young people
  • Unit 7: Support children and young people’s health and safety
  • Unit 8: Support children and young people’s positive behaviour
  • Unit 9: Support learning activities
  • Unit 10: Schools as organisations
  • Unit 11: Prepare and maintain learning environments

Overview

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (L3 AET) is designed for individuals who want to start a career in education and training. This AET qualification is an industry-standard and was formerly known as the Level 3 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS course). The L3 AET provides you with the knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training. It provides understanding and implementation of inclusive teaching and learning, facilitation of individual and group learners and knowledge of assessment and its implementation in education and training. Most training centres would expect that you have a Level 3 Education and Training course before you start teaching in the FE and HE sectors. Moreover, you are not required to have any prior qualifications or experience to start this Level 3 teaching qualification; you just have a passion for teaching and training. Our Level 3 Award in Education and Training online course will assist you regardless of your subject expertise – whether you teach music or coach people. This Level 3 AET qualification is regulated by Ofqual (UK) and delivered 100% online, with dedicated tutor support provided throughout your learning journey.

Scope of this Qualification

This qualification is suitable for those with little or no teaching experience, enabling them to progress into teaching or training roles. This qualification is ideal for individuals who wish to teach in further education, adult education, or vocational training settings. It is also suitable for individuals working in diverse sectors such as healthcare, construction, beauty, hospitality, IT, and business who need teaching skills to train staff or apprentices.

Duration and Delivery

This Level 3 Award in Education and Training (L3 AET) is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you. This qualification can take as little as 5 days or up to 4 months, depending on your previous experience and your dedication to the course. This Level 3 AET course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), whereby you are provided online tutor support to complete your course successfully.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this Level 3 Education & Training qualification are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. Learners will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence consisting of three written assignments along with the evidence of the one-hour micro-teaching session, detailed guidance for which will be provided by the tutor once you start the course.

Progression

The successful completion of this 100% accredited online course enables learners to directly proceed to the following qualifications:

  • Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF)
  • Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills) (RQF)
  • Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)
Focus Awards

Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6099/8

Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.

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Entry Requirements

Learners are required to meet the following requirements:

  • Must be aged 19 or over
  • Have a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills
  • Possess basic subject knowledge or experience in the area they wish to teach

Practical Requirements

Learners must deliver a minimum of one hour of teaching to a small group (peers or learners).

For this purpose, learners can choose to do either of the following:

  • Deliver a one-hour lesson to a group of learners or peers (can be in person or online).
  • Deliver a 15-minute lesson and observe others teaching for at least 45 minutes.
  • Teach a one-hour session in a workplace or professional setting, observed by a mentor, supervisor, or assessor.

For more details, please read our Practical Requirements for Level 3 Award in Education and Training blog.

How will I be assessed?

Leaner will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence, which includes three written assignments and proof of planning and delivering a micro-teaching session.

Useful Knowledge/skills that you will learn on the course

You will be able to:

  • Develop your understanding and knowledge surrounding the roles and responsibilities involved in supporting teaching and learning in schools.
  • Understand legislative guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people including e-safety.
  • Understand the importance of promoting equality and diversity in work with children and young people.
  • Develop professional and technical skills and knowledge and an understanding of the importance of positive relationships within a school.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with children and young people.
Full Payment

Standard


£129(incl. VAT)

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £30

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited

  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 3 working days

  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.

  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track


£150(incl. VAT)

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £20

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-2 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days

  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback

  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi


£160(incl. VAT)

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Flexi Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-2 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days

  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.

  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

All prices include course fees, awarding body dues, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate & VAT. The final certification you get is the same, regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.

Standard


£148(incl. VAT)

  • £37.09 (incl. VAT)/Month

  • No. of instalments
    4

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £30

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited

  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-4 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working

  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.

  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track


£163(incl. VAT)

  • £40.80 (incl. VAT)/MonthMonth

  • No. of instalments
    4

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £20

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-2 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days

  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback

  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi


£178(incl. VAT)

  • £29.67 (incl. VAT)/Month

  • No. of instalments
    6

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 2-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.5 working days

  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.

  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the
same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your
studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.

Why choose BSA?

Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay the fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.

Frequently Asked Questions

The course is suitable for those currently working or who wish to undertake a job as a teaching assistant. It is also suitable for initial training.

The course requires 12 credits to be completed.

This course is for anyone who is looking to start a career as:This course is for anyone who is looking to start a career as:
  • Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant
  • Senior Teaching Assistant
  • Special Educational Needs Assistant
  • Support Teacher
  • Classroom Assistant

This course will open doors to your new career as a teaching assistant working with children in a school environment.

This is a knowledge-based qualification. The learners do not need any work placement to complete this course.

You will receive your course material right after getting enrolled in this course at our online Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

This qualification is nested. Qualifications within the nested suite allow students to be upgraded to a qualification of the same standard and subject within the scope of the Award, Certificate, and Diploma structure.

There is no time frame to complete the course. Learners can complete it within 1 week (fast track) or up to 4 months.

Have a quick look at the following chart for TA courses to know which course suits you the best:

Yes, our courses are accredited by recognised awarding bodies.

Yes, our courses are accredited by recognised awarding bodies.

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9 reviews for Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF)
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Sophie

This is my first experience of online learning and I must say it’s remarkable... I would highly recommend Britannia School of Academics!

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Harry Willets

I really liked this course – it was short, useful and to the point.

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Oscar

Efficient tutor support! Assignment guides were self-explanatory, supporting me throughout...

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Jarred (verified owner)

Amazing course, well structured, good material and very fair marking and examination process...

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