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City & Guilds Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector 6302 Level 4
Course Description
A pre-service or in-service qualification for learners who work,
or want to work as teachers/trainers in the Lifelong Learning
Sector (LLS). It is mandatory for those wishing to enter teaching
in the regulated LLS in England. PTLLS is widely recognised as the
standard for those beginning to teach in the non-regulated sector
in England, as well as in other nations.
This is a 12 week, part-time course delivered at The Hub site;
the course includes taught sessions, tutorials, workshops and
micro-teach sessions or lesson observations.
Course Structure
This is a four- unit qualification, comprising of the following
sections:
PTLLS at level 4 consists of four units of 3 credits. These will
be:
- Roles and responsibilities in lifelong learning
- Understanding inclusive learning and teaching in lifelong
learning
- Using inclusive learning and teaching approaches in lifelong
learning which will include delivering a Microteach
presentation
- Assessment in lifelong learning
Entry Requirements
All learners will need to complete an application and interview
prior to enrolling.
Learners must complete a pre-enrolment questionnaire to indicate
initial assessment of their own skills in literacy, language,
numeracy and ICT, as well as other learner characteristics. This
assessment will be used to identify support and development needs
and provide a basis for progression and professional formation. All
written work must be word-processed.
City & Guilds does not set formal entry requirements for
this these qualifications.
However, to ensure that learners have the potential and
opportunity to achieve the qualifications, learners are required to
have evidence of level 3 vocational skills for the area in which
they will teach if they are to progress into teaching in the
Lifelong Learning Sector (LLS).
Other qualifications/experience may be acceptable, please
contact us to discuss.
You should have good verbal and written communication skills and
a commitment to attend taught sessions and meet deadlines.
Course Progression Routes
They allow learners to progress into employment as
teachers/trainers, as well as having achieved 12 credit points
towards the following City & Guilds qualifications:
- Level 4 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
(CTLLS)
- Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
(DTTLS)
Course Career Prospects
On completion of this course students will have had an
introduction to the role of an Associate Teacher or trainer.
Useful websites:
If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.
How to Apply
To apply for this course, click here to
download an application form. Completed forms should be
returned to Centralised Admissions, Learner Services,
Doncaster College, FREEPOST RRBE CXT2 ZTGA, The Hub, Chappell
Drive, Doncaster, DN1 2RF.
After returning the form, you will be asked to attend an
interview.
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