Resources - PTLLS Courses from Suffolk County Council

City and Guilds 7303-01
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

Overview

The Award is an entry point and introduction for those new to teaching and training or those wishing to teach or train in the Lifelong Learning Sector. It is the appropriate qualification for those seeking a ‘stepping stone’ to further qualifications that entitle them to teach in either an ‘Associate Teacher’ or ‘Full Teacher’ role*. It confers with the newly required ‘threshold license to teach’ in the Further Education (FE) teaching sector.

*Definitions of Associate Teacher and Full Teacher roles in relation to the Lifelong Learning Sector in England are available from the FAQs section on the City & Guilds QTLS microsite, www.cityandguilds.com/qtls, or from www.lluk.org.uk.

Due to the Government regulations, we expect staff who undertake a teaching role, however small that part of the job is, to take PTLLS as a minimum qualification to teach. It is vital that you are properly equipped to do the work you are asked to do and this is one way to achieve success.

The City and Guilds Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector qualification aims to provide you with a sound introduction to the concepts of a systematic approach to teaching and training skills. This is a 30 hour programme of study. We run courses over 5 days and 10 weeks to meet local needs. You should attend the full programme if possible; exceptions should be discussed with the tutor or programme leader before the start of the course.

The course is participative and learners will share their teaching experience which enables each learner to put their learning in their own work context. Learners are helped to pull together a portfolio of assessments including the practical assessment. There is a requirement to do some work at home – the amount will depend on the programme and the learners’ needs.

Learning Outcomes

During your programme of study you will:

• learn about the professional role and responsibilities of the teacher/trainer
• gain an introduction to the principles of learning, teaching, assessment and evaluation
• develop knowledge and understanding of session planning, and plan your own session(s)
• produce a scheme(s) of work
• practice delivery of a teaching session through small scale micro teach session(s).

The 7303 Award is very hands-on, and will not only introduce the basic theory behind teaching, but also develop your core presentation and practical skills, building your confidence in delivering learning to small and large groups of learners.

Target Group

• Anyone with an interest in teaching or wishing to develop their teaching skills.
• Employees who teach as a part of their normal duties but who do not have the required teaching qualification.
• All Community Learning and Skills Development teaching staff who have no prior teaching qualification.

The course is delivered and assessed at Level 3 so you must be able to demonstrate literacy (English) skills at level 2 or equivalent. Access to a computer to complete assignments is useful but not essential at this level.

Feedback

Previous learners have been extremely successful, our success rate for learners completing the course is 98%. Of all learners starting the course, 94% complete so our drop out rate is minimal. Learners’ feedback includes:

“The tutor was magnificent and enabled the students to complete a difficult intensive course with ease”
“the course was very helpful, tutor was always there for support and help”
“…effective training methods”
“excellent tutor who tailored our course to reflect (our work) objectives and needs”

Learner Support

We will make every effort to provide specific support or equipment to meet individual learning needs. We encourage anyone thinking of joining a course to let us know if support may be needed. Some of the support we provide includes worksheets produced in large text, hearing loops, extra time during an exam, one-to-one help during the course, childcare facilities and adaptive equipment.

Equality and Diversity

We aim to make our courses welcoming and easy to access. Community Learning and Skills Development do not accept any homophobic, sexist, racist or disablist comments. We expect everyone to accept responsibility for upholding equality and showing respect to others.

Additional Information

Fee: £300 per person, this includes all training, handouts, tutorials, registration fees and certification upon completion of the National Qualification.

• Where notification of cancellation occurs more than two weeks (10 working days) before the start of the course, there will be no charge.
• Where 10 working days notice is given a charge of 10% of the fee will be charged
• Where between 48 hours and nine working days is given, 50% of the fee will be charged
• Where less than 48 hours notice is given, the full fee will be charged.

Please send all application forms to: Henry Hazlewood, henry.hazlewood@suffolk.gov.uk, : 01473 741649

NB: Courses will be cancelled if minimum numbers are not reached.