In a nutshell
What are the qualifications about?
An Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector covers the basics of teaching in continuing and adult education - including how to plan sessions, motivate learners and use a variety of assessment methods.
It's a first step towards official practitioner status - a full licence to teach in the lifelong learning sector.
Who are they for?
This Award is for new entrants to the Lifelong Learning Sector - you don't need any prior teaching experience or qualifications. It also suits people working in the area already who want to gain official qualifications.
You should have an idea of what subject you'd like to teach, and either have or be working towards a qualification in that area.
Why choose City & Guilds?
A City & Guilds qualification is proof that you have the right skills to do your job well - which is why so many employers look for people who have one. You can be confident your qualification is well respected within your industry.
City & Guilds qualifications are engaging and rewarding, and can lead to a whole range of fulfilling careers - including many of the UK's happiest professions.
Fast facts
| Qual. number: | 7303 |
|---|---|
| Type: | QCF |
| Level: | 3 and 4 |
| Size: | Award |
| Purpose: | TBC |
| Credits: | TBC |
| 30 | |
| Duration: | TBC |
| Fundable? | Yes. See the Learning Aims Database |
| Last registration: | 31/12/2010 |
Your questions
... if you're taking these qualifications
- What sorts of things do they cover?
You'll cover things like:
- the theory and practice of teaching
- principles of learning, teaching, assessment and evaluation
- confidence, communication and interpersonal skills
- your professional role and responsibilities.
- How will I learn and be assessed?
You learn with your training provider - maybe through practical sessions, group discussions or assignments.
You will demonstrate what you've learned through both practical skills assessments and assignments that cover the theory of teaching. These assessments include practical skills demonstrations and written examinations.
You will also complete 30 minutes of teaching practice. In addition, keeping a Teaching Practice Portfolio and a Reflective Learning Journal is encouraged.
- Which level is right for me?
Level 3
You are new to the Lifelong Learning Sector or don't have much experience and want a solid introduction to basic practical teaching skills and theory.Level 4
You are new to the Lifelong Learning Sector or have some experience but are not yet qualified. You want to get a deep understanding of basic practical teaching skills and theory. - How long do they take?
Guided learning hours
Guided learning hours are the hours you spend learning with your training provider or on your own. The guided learning hours for this qualification are:- Level 3: 30 hours
- Level 4: 30 hours.
- What jobs could they lead to?
Achieving this qualification can help you get started as an educator in the lifelong learning sector.
Possible jobs include:
- teaching assistant or learning support assistant
- training instructor
- training manager.
After taking the Award, you can progress on to other qualifications that will help you achieve Associate Teacher, Learning and Skills (ATLS) status or Qualified Teacher, Learning and Skills (QTLS) status:
- Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector - this qualification is for those who would like to become associate teachers
- Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector - for those who would like to work as a full teacher, including anyone teaching literacy, numeracy or ESOL.
... if you're delivering these qualifications
- How would we deliver and assess them?
To deliver this qualification, you'll need to provide your learners with a suitable learning environment and the resources they need to complete the practical and theoretical aspects of the qualification. You will also need qualified internal assessors.
You will assess learners through a combination of a portfolio of evidence, practical skills demonstrations, and written examinations. You will also observe learners as they complete 30 minutes of practice teaching.
To find all the requirements for assessment and delivery, download the course handbooks from the key documents section.
- What resources do we need?
Centres need to provide access to a range of reading materials that support the content of this qualification. A suggested reading list is provided in the course handbook.
To find all the resource requirements, download the course handbooks from the key documents section.
- How can we get approval to offer them?
New to City & Guilds?
First become a centre - then you can apply for qualification approval.Already a centre?
Centres in England can get automatic approval for the Level 3 Award if they currently offer:- 7302 Certificate in Delivering Learning
- 7307 Certificate in Teaching Adult Learners
- 7407 Certificate in Further Education Teaching.
Centres in England can get fast-track approval for the Level 4 Award if they offer:
- 7302-03 Diploma in Delivering Learning
- 7407-01/02/03/04 Certificate in Further Education Teaching.
Download the form for automatic/fast-track approval.
Don't offer any of these? Download and complete the qualification approval form (PDF) and send it to your local City & Guilds office.
- Are there any learner eligibility requirements?
Anyone can take this qualification, but you must make sure all your learners can access the resources they need to complete it. Learners should also be aiming to achieve or have achieved a qualification at an appropriate level in the area they plan to teach.
- Do these qualifications replace any others?
No, these qualifications don't directly replace any others.
e-learning support
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Online assessment available (GOLA) What is this?
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Online tutor and learning support available (SmartScreen) What is this?
Related careers
- Teaching assistant or learning support assistant
- Training instructor
- Training manager
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