City & Guilds Level 3 – Award in Education and Training (formerly PTLLS)

Who is this course for?

This City & Guilds Award is suitable for those who work, or want to work, as:

Teachers/Trainers/Tutors in the Lifelong Learning Sector and Adult/Community Education
Trainers of personnel in commerce, industry, public, and voluntary sectors
Technicians and Support Staff in Further and Adult Education
Part-time Teachers in Further and Adult Education

What are the entry requirements for the course?

Candidates must be considering a subject for delivery and be aiming to achieve/or have achieved a qualification and/or have experience in their subject/skill at the appropriate level.
Candidates need to be capable of working at a minimum of Level 2 numeracy and literacy (GCSE grade C). Therefore, please expect to complete a screening process prior to joining the course.

What will I study on this course?

The Level 3 Award is an introduction to teaching that will provide an insight into the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training. The qualification provides an introduction on how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching/training sessions and how to assess and record decisions.
Its purpose is to help anyone in a teaching or training role to gain an understanding of the principles and methods of learning and teaching; to apply these to improve and develop themselves as effective practitioners and also to enable them to explore and make use of their personal qualities. The course is practical and participatory.

How long is this course?

This is a 17-week course with sessions running on:

Tuesday evening: 6.00pm – 9.00pm

Start date: Tuesday 4th February 2025 End date: Tuesday 24th June 2025

Thursday morning: 09:00 – 12:00

Start date: Thursday 5th February 2025 End date: Thursday 26th June 2025

It is important to attend all sessions.

What will I study on this course?

The Level 3 Award is an introduction to teaching that will provide an insight into the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training. The qualification provides an introduction on how to plan and deliver inclusive teaching/training sessions and how to assess and record decisions.

What Qualification will I gain?

City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Education and Training (12 credits).

Will I go out on work experience?

Ideally candidates will either be working and have, or wish to have, some responsibility for training colleagues in the workplace.

How is the course assessed?

To achieve the qualification, candidates must successfully complete both the theory and practical assignments covering all units. This includes two micro teaching sessions, producing planning and evaluation documents.

What does this course lead on to?

This course can lead on to:

City & Guilds Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training.

Assessment and Quality Assurance Qualifications.

How much will it cost?

Course Fees: £705

How can I find out more?

For further information please contact:
Sheila McIntosh on email: sheila.mcintosh@highlands.ac.uk or telephone 608501.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements differ depending on the course; you may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

Who do I make cheques payable to?

Cheques should be made out to “Treasurer of the States”. If you are applying for more than one course, please enclose separate cheques for each. This will enable us to return fees for courses that are already full and still process other applications without delay. You may also pay by MasterCard, Visa or Maestro by filling out the required card details.

Can I pay the course fee by instalments?

In some instances an instalment plan may be possible, please discuss this with the Course Administrator.

When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

What happens if the course I want is full?

Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note; our text message service is a non-reply service.

Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

How will my course be assessed?

Assessment varies depending on the course; some may require formal written or practical assessment or attendance at examinations.

If I can no longer attend the class, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

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Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.