Level 3 Award in Education and Training
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) qualification is an introductory teaching qualification which can be undertaken by learners who are not yet in a teaching role or who are currently teaching. This qualification replaced the Level 3 and Level 4 Awards in Preparing to Teaching in the Life Long Learning Sector (QCF), known as PTLLS.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF) qualification is suitable for learners who want a teaching qualification which focuses on both the practical and theoretical elements of teaching. Learners may already be teaching and wish to have their experience and practice accredited, or not presently teaching but capable of meeting the minimum teaching practice requirement of 30 hours for this qualification.
Level 5 Award in Observation and Learning
The Level 5 Certificate in Observation of Teaching and Learning (RQF) is suitable for qualified and experienced teachers who undertake formal observations of colleagues delivering teaching or training sessions. The qualification develops the skills and knowledge in undertaking teaching, training and learning session observations and post observation feedback processes. Individuals who already have observation experience will still benefit considerably from completion of this qualification as it provides accredited recognition of their skills.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF)
The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF) qualification is suitable for learners who perform a full teaching role and want a qualification which focuses on both the practical and theoretical elements of teaching. Learners may already be teaching and wish to have their experience and practice accredited, or not presently teaching but capable of meeting the minimum teaching practice requirement of 100 hours for this qualification.