Level 4 Certificate in Teaching: Adult and Continuing Education
Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to teaching for those working in, or intending to work in, post compulsory education as a teacher or trainer. Learners will develop skills and knowledge to prepare them for managing classrooms and the learning environment, planning and delivering effective learning activities, including making appropriate use of technology enhanced learning, and assessing learner performance. This qualification has been mapped to the Lifelong Learning UK National Occupational Standards for Learning and Development.
Price
£1000 (Tuition) + £66 ( Registration fee)
Note: Tuition fee is exclusive of VAT
Duration
26 weeks
Entry Requirements
Learners must be over 19. Qualifications - Learners must have:
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C or above)
or equivalent level 2 qualifications
• A recognised/regulated qualification in their subject discipline at level 4 or above.
Exception: We may accept learners with a level 3 subject specialism where this is the highest level of qualification available.
Practice - Learners must be able to complete a minimum practice requirement of 20 hours. Learners should have in place a contractual arrangement with an organisation to deliver a programme of learning in their specialist subject to one or more classgroups. Class groups should preferably be within the range of 8-16 learners.
For international students an IELTS score of 5.5 is required.
Progression Opportunities
Learners may consider progression to training qualifications at level 5 and above or teaching qualifications at level 6 or above where they meet the entry requirements. Those working as part time/sessional tutors in further education may consider progression to the Ulster University’s Certificate in Teaching.
What Will I Study?
• Managing the Learning Environment
• Planning and Delivering Learning Activities
• Assessing Learners and Learning
• Evaluating own Teaching Practice