The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (L4 CET), formerly known as Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS), is considered an industry standard gateway for those looking forward to pursuing teaching or training in the FE and HE sector. You are not required to have any prior qualifications or experience to start the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, just a passion for teaching or training. The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training or CTLLS is accredited by UK OfQual and is delivered 100% online. This course will assist you regardless of your subject expertise to upgrade your teaching career – whether you teach music or coach people.
With this CET qualification, you can teach in diverse fields such as the Culinary Arts, Engineering, Music Teaching, Performing Arts, Driving Instruction, Hospitality & Catering, NHS training, Personal Services, Teacher’s Training, Freelance Teaching and Training, and many more industries.
This Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you. Our Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course can take as little as 2 weeks or up to 9 months, depending on your previous experience and the time you can dedicate to the course. This Level 4 CET course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) whereby you are provided online tutor support to successfully complete your course.
All units within this course are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. The assessment takes the form of written assignments, detailed guidance for which will be provided by the tutor once you’re enrolled on our online portal. Practical requirements of this course include 30 hours of logged teaching practice and at least 3 teaching observations (one hour each), which can be satisfied either by sending us a recording of your teaching sessions or having your assessor observe your teaching sessions.
Successful completion of this teaching qualification enables you to proceed to the Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6341/0
Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.
In case you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option for L4 CET.
You should meet the following requirements:
• Be aged 19 or above
• Have access to learners to teach during the practical observations
• Have a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Not have a criminal background which prevents you from becoming a teacher
At least 30 hours of teaching log is required with 3 observations (one hour each) for L4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF). If you do not have access to learners to meet the practical requirements of the course, you can avail our work-placement service or opt for the Level 3 Award in Education and Training.
You will be assessed via a portfolio of evidence containing four written assignments, 3 teaching observation forms and a teaching log of 30 hours, which demonstrates the achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit. Most of the tasks would be attempted through essay style written accounts and reflections of your own teaching practices. Some of the tasks would require submission of relevant work such as study resources that you prepared for your learners, lesson plans, scheme of work, ILPs, etc.
You will be able to:
In case you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option for L4 CET.
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.
You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.
Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.
Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay the fee in easy monthly instalments.
You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course is for individuals looking to teach or train in the FE and HE sectors. The course is also recognised and all over the world.
There is no specific time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 9 months (full time).
Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status-https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.
The Certificate in Education and Training (CET) was previously known as Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) under the old QCF framework. Apart from the names, both are essentially the same courses.
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, three teaching observations are required which will be observed by one of our qualified assessors.
Each observation should be at least 60 minutes. If it is shorter than 60 minutes, additional teaching observations would be required so it would be best to have each lesson planned for at least 60 minutes.
Absolutely NOT. Your observations should be spread over your course so that there is a learning curve whereby you take feedback from the observer on board and make improvements in your next teaching session.
This should not be a problem. We will wait for you till you find a placement and then, carry out the observations. Meanwhile, you can work on the theoretical part of this course. You can also avail our work placement offer in case you cannot manage finding a placement for yourself. An alternative choice for you is to opt for our Level 3 Award in Education and Training which does not require any work placement.
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, 30 teaching hours need to be logged.
Successful completion of this qualification will lead to a range of career paths in FE and HE sector.
No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.
If you are 19+, have no criminal background, a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills then you are eligible for this course.
Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!
£1300 £399
Credits – 36
GLH – 140
Recommended Course Duration – Up to 9 Months
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (L4 CET), formerly known as Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS), is considered an industry standard gateway for those looking forward to pursuing teaching or training in the FE and HE sector. You are not required to have any prior qualifications or experience to start the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, just a passion for teaching or training. The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training or CTLLS is accredited by UK OfQual and is delivered 100% online. This course will assist you regardless of your subject expertise to upgrade your teaching career – whether you teach music or coach people.
With this CET qualification, you can teach in diverse fields such as the Culinary Arts, Engineering, Music Teaching, Performing Arts, Driving Instruction, Hospitality & Catering, NHS training, Personal Services, Teacher’s Training, Freelance Teaching and Training, and many more industries.
This Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you. Our Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course can take as little as 2 weeks or up to 9 months, depending on your previous experience and the time you can dedicate to the course. This Level 4 CET course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) whereby you are provided online tutor support to successfully complete your course.
All units within this course are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. The assessment takes the form of written assignments, detailed guidance for which will be provided by the tutor once you’re enrolled on our online portal. Practical requirements of this course include 30 hours of logged teaching practice and at least 3 teaching observations (one hour each), which can be satisfied either by sending us a recording of your teaching sessions or having your assessor observe your teaching sessions.
Successful completion of this teaching qualification enables you to proceed to the Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6341/0
Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.
If you have any queries, feel free to contact.
In case you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option for L4 CET.
£649
Monthly Instalments are available.
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You should meet the following requirements:
• Be aged 19 or above
• Have access to learners to teach during the practical observations
• Have a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Not have a criminal background which prevents you from becoming a teacher
At least 30 hours of teaching log is required with 3 observations (one hour each) for L4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF). If you do not have access to learners to meet the practical requirements of the course, you can avail our work-placement service or opt for the Level 3 Award in Education and Training.
You will be assessed via a portfolio of evidence containing four written assignments, 3 teaching observation forms and a teaching log of 30 hours, which demonstrates the achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit. Most of the tasks would be attempted through essay style written accounts and reflections of your own teaching practices. Some of the tasks would require submission of relevant work such as study resources that you prepared for your learners, lesson plans, scheme of work, ILPs, etc.
You will be able to:
In case you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option for L4 CET.
£649
Monthly Instalments are available.
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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.
You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.
Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.
Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay the fee in easy monthly instalments.
You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.
Who is this course for?
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training course is for individuals looking to teach or train in the FE and HE sectors. The course is also recognised and all over the world.
What is the time frame to complete the course?
There is no specific time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 9 months (full time).
Is this course approved by any recognised awarding organisation?
Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status-https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.
What is Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector CTLLS?
The Certificate in Education and Training (CET) was previously known as Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) under the old QCF framework. Apart from the names, both are essentially the same courses.
How many teaching observations are required to complete this course?
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, three teaching observations are required which will be observed by one of our qualified assessors.
How long should each teaching observation be?
Each observation should be at least 60 minutes. If it is shorter than 60 minutes, additional teaching observations would be required so it would be best to have each lesson planned for at least 60 minutes.
Can I carry out all the observations in a single day or within a week?
Absolutely NOT. Your observations should be spread over your course so that there is a learning curve whereby you take feedback from the observer on board and make improvements in your next teaching session.
I am currently not at work, so cannot arrange for a teaching observation. What should I do?
This should not be a problem. We will wait for you till you find a placement and then, carry out the observations. Meanwhile, you can work on the theoretical part of this course. You can also avail our work placement offer in case you cannot manage finding a placement for yourself. An alternative choice for you is to opt for our Level 3 Award in Education and Training which does not require any work placement.
How many teaching hours need to be logged?
For Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, 30 teaching hours need to be logged.
Will I be able to explore job opportunities after completing this course?
Successful completion of this qualification will lead to a range of career paths in FE and HE sector.
Do I have to take an exam?
No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.
Am I eligible for this course?
If you are 19+, have no criminal background, a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills then you are eligible for this course.
What if I have still any questions?
Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!
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A keen learner myself, I am actively involved in a range of teachers training courses for the past few years all the way up to postgraduate level. I have extensive experience of dealing with the awarding organisation compliance because of a strong background in assessment and quality assurance. I have trained a wide range of teaching professionals working in a range of schools, sixth form colleges and in the higher education sector.
Assessment and quality assurance in academia, business, accounting and finance lecturing, and teacher training.
Accounting and Finance
Management and Leadership
Education and Training
I have over 15 years’ experience in teaching and training. During this time, I have undertaken teacher training, been a lecturer and course supervisor for ICM, and cohort leader and lecturer for HND (BTEC-Pearson). I have taught business management units/modules at various levels (and awarding bodies) including Certificate, Diploma, Advance Diploma, and Foundation degree levels. I enjoy learning through continuous professional development and have achieved my Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy. I enjoy utlising my experience in training, assessment, and quality assurance to train the education professionals of the future.
Teachers training, assessment and quality assurance, quality assurance in academia, management and leadership training and research.
Education and Training
Marketing
Management and Leadership
Humanities
I am a PhD candidate (passed viva) at the University of Essex. My specialisation in PhD is Entrepreneurship. I am an active researcher with specific interest in Entrepreneurship, SME, Marketing and UK Higher Education (UKHE). I have over 14 years work experience in UKHE, which includes extensive experience of quality assurance in the sector. Furthermore, providing academic training to teaching professionals in the higher education sector is my passion.
Assessment and quality assurance for levels 2 to 5 in Teacher Training, Leadership and Management, Health and Social Care, Customer Service and Childcare.
Education and Training
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I have worked in education for 34 years, in various guises. I managed a busy nursery for 12 years before branching out into Assessment and Quality Assurance, more than 20 years ago. My practice has developed alongside the ever-evolving training and apprenticeship sector, and I have worked in many different settings, including colleges, private training agencies and a foster care agency. I also work part time as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for a local charity that supports higher level education for young people with Special Educational and/or behavioural needs and as a tutor for a bespoke programme for one-to-one support. I really enjoy supporting learners of varying abilities and experience to achieve their best and to become qualified in their chosen field.
Vocational skills training, teaching numeracy, and leadership training
I have a wealth of expertise teaching learners in various vocationally-related subjects such as mathematics and employability skills. Working with education and training professionals to attain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) is also something I have thoroughly enjoyed in the last couple of years.
Accountancy and assessor training, as well as assessment and quality assurance.
Accounting and Finance
Education and Training
I have experience in the finance and accounting sector and utilise these skills to approach education in a methodical and logical manner. I am passionate about the advancement and implementation of efficient teaching and learning practices. I am responsible for centre liaison with awarding bodies to ensure compliance, and am advancing my skills in assessment and quality assurance through learning and on the job training.
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Callum john –
So far this course is what I thought it would be, and tutor is great which I consider a plus. I started this class with having some information of the topic. Now that I have completed this course I feel confident about taking my game to the next level,after completing this course I believe will make a difference. (Thank you BSA)
joshua –
Relieved to have completed the course with good tutor support. Flexible instalment plan was the key to completing the course successfully.
Megan thomas –
BSA is a thorough and clear communicator. Since I have started this course, I can tell that the team has put much time into this course. I would recommend this course and the training provider to all. 5 stars!