Course Overview
The Ofqual-regulated Pearson BTEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) is an introductory teaching qualification that helps you learn how to prepare, plan, deliver and evaluate basic teaching and training sessions. Sitting at Level 3, it is awarded by Pearson, the United Kingdom's largest awarding body for academic and vocational qualifications. Also known as the BTEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF), or simply the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF), this qualification is widely recognised as the standard starting point for anyone considering a role in teaching.
The Pearson Level 3 Award in Education and Training focuses on the core skills of teaching practice, including planning sessions, using different teaching and assessment methods, and creating an inclusive learning environment, all supported by a short micro-teach session.
The BTEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training is designed for people who are new to teaching, those who have just begun teaching or training, and assessors seeking an introduction to a teaching role. Completing the Pearson Award in Education and Training (RQF) builds the foundational skills and confidence needed to progress into teaching, training or learner support roles, and provides a clear route for further academic progression, including the Pearson BTEC Level 4 Certificate and Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
Studying this Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) gives learners a practical, low-pressure introduction to the profession, without requiring any prior teaching experience or set entry qualifications. Because the course is delivered online with tutor support throughout, learners are able to build genuine classroom confidence through the guided micro-teach session, develop a portfolio of evidence that supports further study, and gain a recognised credential that strengthens applications for teaching, training and learner support roles from day one.
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Course Highlights
No teaching experience needed to enrol on the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Nationally recognised qualification, awarded by Pearson
Includes one hour of guided micro-teaching practice
Assessed through coursework, with no written exams
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Learning Outcomes
Understand the role and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer
Plan and deliver effective teaching and training sessions
Apply different teaching and assessment methods to support learners
Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
Who Is This Course For?
- •People who are not currently teaching but want to start
- •Assessors who want an introduction to a teaching role
- •Anyone who wants a nationally recognised qualification in education and training
- •Anyone who wants to build the confidence and foundational skills needed to progress into training or learner support roles
Course Resources
Six units covering the essentials of teaching and training
Clear assignment briefs for every unit
One hour of guided micro-teaching practice, including a 15-minute observed session
Support to build a portfolio of your written work and evidence
Entry Requirements
This course is approved for learners aged 19 and over.
There are no set entry qualifications.
A good standard of English reading and writing will help you get the most from your studies.
Basic computer skills and access to the internet are required, since the course is delivered online
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Skills Gained
This programme is designed to give you practical knowledge you can apply immediately, with support at every stage.
The ability to plan and structure a teaching or training session from start to finish
Practical classroom delivery skills, gained through a hands-on micro-teaching session
The ability to identify and use different teaching and assessment methods to suit different learners
An understanding of how to create a safe and inclusive learning environment
Course Curriculum
3 Modules
38 Lectures
48 Guided Learning Hours
Pearson BTEC
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Pearson BTEC qualifications are awarded by Pearson, one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations with a history dating back to 1844 and recognised by Ofqual. BTEC qualifications combine academic knowledge with practical, career-focused skills across a wide range of subjects, supporting learners in progressing to further education, professional development and employment opportunities.
What is Ofqual?
Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is the independent regulator responsible for overseeing qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Its role is to maintain confidence in the qualifications system by ensuring that regulated qualifications are developed, assessed, and awarded to appropriate standards.
Ofqual regulates recognised awarding organisations and monitors whether they meet the required regulatory conditions. This helps ensure that qualifications are reliable, consistent, fair, and provide a meaningful measure of learners’ knowledge, skills and achievements
An Ofqual-regulated qualification is a qualification that is awarded by an awarding organisation officially recognised and regulated by Ofqual. This provides learners, employers and education providers with assurance that the qualification operates within a recognised quality and regulatory framework.
Course Advantages
Learners benefit from additional support services that make study more manageable and rewarding.
Build a portfolio of evidence you can carry forward into further study.
Receive written and verbal feedback on your micro-teach session from your mentor and peers.
Access ongoing support from your tutor throughout each assignment, from planning through to submission.
Study with materials designed around national teaching standards, so that you can be confident your learning is relevant to real classroom practice.
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Method of Assessment
- Learners must provide evidence to meet each unit’s learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
- Credits are awarded for successfully completed units.
Assessment Format
There are no written exams on this course. You are assessed through coursework set and marked by your centre.
Assessment may include written tasks, a personal learning log, case studies, presentations, or observation reports, depending on the unit you study.
You will complete at least one hour of micro-teaching. This includes delivering a 15-minute session that is observed and assessed, plus time spent observing and giving feedback on the sessions of other learners.
Career Progression
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) helps you build the foundational skills needed to progress into teaching, training, and learner support roles.
1
Further Education Teacher
$35,560 Approx./pa
2
Training Officer
$30,480 Approx./pa
3
Teaching Assistant
$24,130 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
Successful completion can help you take the next step in your teaching and training career.
Progress to the Pearson BTEC Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
Continue to the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
Progress to the Diploma in Teaching (DIT) as the next level of your teaching qualification
Build your teaching career with higher qualifications and professional recognition
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