Level 3 Award in Education and Training

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is designed to help learners deliver inclusive, effective training that meets both workplace and professional standards. If you are new to teaching or training and are looking to take the next step in your adult care career, this course helps individuals gain the confidence and knowledge needed to deliver learning experiences that make a difference in the workplace.

Over an eight-week period, learners will receive expert support and training through online learning. The course also consists of independent study, guided support sessions and a live masterclass, through which learners will develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills to support a variety of learners and their education needs through designing and delivering training sessions.

Learners will explore the key principles of education and training, including understanding the roles and responsibilities of a trainer, how to create inclusive learning environments and planning and assessing learning effectively. Learners will learn how to understand roles, responsibilities and relationships in education in training, understand and use inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training and assessment in education and training.

During five weeks of independent study with assignment submissions, a one-to-one support session will be offered in week four followed by a mandatory two-hour live masterclass in week six. Assessment will be completed in week seven through a teaching delivery observation. Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive the Highfield Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF), which is a nationally recognised qualification that demonstrates the learner’s readiness to teach or train in professional care settings, training departments or further education