Anyone thinking of a career in teaching should consider studying the Level 3 BTEC Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS). This teaching qualification, consisting of a number of units, is appropriate for different levels of teaching in all industries and educational institutions.

Learners can build up the number of units studied and progress on to a Level 4 (Certificate or Diploma qualification) in teaching. If you require any further information regarding Continuous Professional Development, contact the Akona office.

What does this qualification cover?

The Level 3 qualification is one unit, consisting of 30 hours of guided learning and, at least, 30 hours of self directed study and an observed practice of a 15 minute teaching session (microteaching).

What you gain from the qualification

The qualification provides learners with:

• An understanding of the role, its responsibilities and boundaries in relation to teaching
• An understanding and the ability to demonstrate appropriate teaching and learning
• Approaches in the specialist area
• Session planning skills
• An understanding of how to deliver inclusive sessions which motivate learners
• An understanding of the use of different assessment methods and record keeping

It is desirable that the learner undertakes the Level 3 BTEC Award in The Delivery of Conflict Management Training alongside the PTLLS qualification.

Classroom size:

Minimum 8
Maximum 12