Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is a first stage teaching qualification that will give candidates a fundamental understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a teacher/trainer in relation to legislation, equality, diversity, inclusivity and meeting the needs of learners. It includes the use of initial and diagnostic assessments and requires candidates to plan and deliver inclusive teaching and learning, carry out assessments of and for learning and use resources effectively.

At Verrolyne Training, we provide a flexible Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training online course, complete with quality course content and a tutor to support you. The level 4 course is instant enrolment, meaning you can enrol today and start learning immediately.

Level of Qualification/Skill Level

Level 4 learning would include:

• Knowledge of the relationship between theory/principles and practice in the context of your existing or future role
• A planned approach to reading and research relating to principles, theories and practice
• Consideration of how professional values impact on working in your area
• Delivery of courses in a job role
• Evidence of a reflective approach
• Reflection on own practice grounded upon reading

Learning Outcomes

The qualification covers the knowledge and skills required by teachers/trainers in the further education and skills sector, such as:

• Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Planning to meet the needs of learners in education and training
• Delivering education and training
• Assessing learners in education and training
• Using resources for education and training

Prerequisites/Before the course

• You must be a minimum of 19 years old
• You must be in-service or delivering sessions voluntarily – you would be observed in your workplace setting
• Good reading & writing skills in English
• Good online research skills

Awarding Organisation

• An OFQUAL approved nationally recognised Awarding Organisation (e.g. HABC or TQUK)

Assessments

• The qualification will be assessed by a combination of assignments, a portfolio of teaching evidence and observation of teaching or training. Simulation of teaching (micro-teaching) is not permitted for this qualification.
• Essay Type Assignments (Theory Assessment) – You would get the Guidance Notes on how to answer the theory assignments to keep you on track.
• Planning & delivery of at least 3 sessions – 1 hours minimum (Practical Assessment) – The sessions can be done on any topic of your choice, preferably the subject that you specialise in. You would be observed and assessed by a tutor/assessor for at least 3 hours out of the 30 hours of teaching practice. The assessor may observe you live or via Skype.