Christmas Closure Information

Our campuses close on Friday 20th December and re-open on Thursday 2nd January 2025 for the Christmas Break.

Students will return to timetabled lessons on Monday 6th January 2025.

For information on term dates and enquiries please visit our information page using the button below.

Education and Training Award Level 3 ( Replacement for PTLLS )

The Education and Training Award Level 3 ( Replacement for PTLLS ) course provides an introduction to teaching in the lifelong learning sector.

For further information on the change of course title for the Education and Training Award, please see the following information on the Pearson website.

Course Info
How to Apply
Course Content

The Education and Training Award Level 3 ( Replacement for PTLLS ) includes Understanding Roles and Responsibilities, Planning and Preparing Sessions, Assessment, Micro Teaching Sessions, Design of a Learning Programme and Production of a Learning/Personal Development Journal. This award can either be as a stand alone qualification or in preparation for the Certificate in Education (Further Education and Skills Sector).

Most learning will be carried out in group work sessions, where students will be able to learn from the experience of others and contribute their own views on what constitutes effective learning and teaching.

Entry Requirements

An initial assessment of each candidate will be made to ensure that the level of the scheme is appropriate. Learners should have level 2 literacy skills.

Applications are now open!

The application window for this part-time course starting in 2024 is now open.

The start date for this course has currently not been confirmed, however you are still welcome to apply and we will keep you updated.

Applications for this course are made via our online application form and you can access it from this course page.

Once you are ready to apply then please click the ‘Apply Online‘ button which is located in the menu directly underneath this section.

Once applications are open, if you have any further questions about the application process or next available start date, want to check the progress of your application or if you are unsure about anything please contact us.

Education and Training Award Level 3 ( Replacement for PTLLS )
LocationColchester
Duration16 weeks
Study ModePart-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateTBC
ApplicationsApplications are open now
AttendanceThursdays: 6pm - 9pm
Price£425

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All fees, prices and funding information shown on this page are for courses starting in the 2024-25 academic year unless stated otherwise, and are correct at the time of entering/printing information, however these may be subject to change due to factors outside of our control. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.

Courses fees are generally not confirmed for September until June / July due to the above factors.

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The College reserves the right to update and amend information as and when necessary. Colchester Institute will do its best to provide the courses shown, but may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on customer demand and other factors.