ICTQual Level 3 Award in Education and Training

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Education and Training is designed to develop core teaching competencies for new and aspiring educators, focusing on practical delivery, assessment understanding, and learner engagement in education and training settings.

• Ofqual-regulated Level 3 teaching qualification

• Ideal introduction to teaching and training roles

• Focus on planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning

• Competence-based assessment through portfolio evidence

• Suitable for vocational and workplace educators

• Supports progression into higher teaching qualifications

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an introductory qualification designed for individuals who wish to begin a career in teaching, training, or instructional delivery. It provides foundational knowledge of teaching principles, learning methods, and assessment practices required in further education and vocational environments.

• Introduces core principles of teaching and training

• Develops skills for lesson planning and delivery

• Builds understanding of assessment in education

• Encourages inclusive and learner-centred approaches

• Supports reflective teaching practice development

• Prepares learners for classroom and workplace delivery

This course develops essential knowledge and practical skills required to deliver structured and effective teaching and training sessions in real educational environments.

• Understand roles and responsibilities of teachers and trainers

• Plan inclusive teaching and learning sessions

• Deliver engaging teaching and training activities

• Use appropriate assessment methods in education

• Evaluate effectiveness of teaching and learning

• Apply professional standards in education practice

This qualification is designed for individuals who want to start or progress into teaching, training, or instructional roles within education or workplace environments.

• Aspiring teachers and trainers entering the education sector

• Workplace instructors and vocational trainers

• Teaching assistants and support staff

• Industry professionals transitioning into education roles

• HR and learning & development staff

• Individuals delivering informal or formal training sessions

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, although learners should have appropriate communication skills and access to a teaching or training environment for practice and assessment.

• Minimum age requirement may apply depending on centre policy

• Good written and verbal English communication skills

This qualification is assessed through practical and knowledge-based evidence submitted in a portfolio, demonstrating competence against learning outcomes.

• Written assignments and tasks

• Professional discussions

• Observation of teaching or training practice

• Portfolio of evidence submission

Successful completion of this qualification supports progression into more advanced teaching, training, and education management roles.

• ICTQual Level 4 Teaching or Training qualifications

• Internal Quality Assurance qualifications

• Assessor qualifications (Level 3–4 pathways)

• Employment in education and training roles