Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
The PTLLS training course is an ideal course for anyone that wants to update their teaching/training qualifications in Enfield, North London. The Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector is also the first step taken into becoming a qualified teacher in further education and is ideal for anyone who wants to be a more suitable trainer/teacher in their field. It will ensure that you achieve all the most recent skills and understanding in the teaching subject and is taught by a former inspector of colleges and teacher trainer in Higher Education. So complete a Level 3 or 4 PTLLS City and Guilds Certificate today and be on your way to starting your teaching career! Other courses available at The Adult Learning Academy in Enfield, North London are: Food Safety/ Food Hygiene, Fire Marshal/Fire Warden, Personal Licence Holder (NCPLH), PTLLS, DTLLS, Teaching Assistant, Childminding, Health and Social Care, Childcare, First Aid at Work (FAW), Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), Paediatric First Aid, ESOL and Driver Instructor Training.
Our highly qualified trainers specialise in PTTLS training courses in the following areas: Enfield, North London, East London and London. We can come out to you if you have 12 or more people or you can come to our training centre in Enfield, North London.
This City & Guilds accreditted PTLLS course will provide you with the qualifications to teach students aged 16 – 19 and adults in a range of settings such as FE Colleges, private training providers and academies etc. On successful completion you may choose to progress onto the Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS).
PTLLS Course Details |
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Course Area: Teacher Training PTLLS Course Dates: Four Wednesdays, 26 October - 16 November 2011 |
The Adult Learning Academy Woodbar House 50 Alexandra Road Enfield, London EN3 7EH Tel: 0845 468 7070 Fax: 01992 851 055 Email: info@alacademy.co.uk |
Course Description
This 4 Day, part-time level 4 course based in Enfield, North London is intended for those who are interested in taking an associate teaching role or intending to practise as a tutor, instructor and/or trainer of young people and adults. This threshold qualification will provide the basic minimum standard to enable you to teach students aged 16-19 and adults in a range of settings such as further education colleges, adult and community providers and work-based learning contexts, voluntary, community, public and private organisations. Achievement of this qualification confers threshold status to teach in the Lifelong Learning and Skills Sector.
What qualifications do I get?
The PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector), awarded by City & Guilds.
How will I be assessed for the PTLLS course?
Assessment tasks include the preparation and planning of a 15 minute micro-teaching session.
Written tasks will include writing reports and summaries.
What standards do I need in order to join PTLLS the course?
You must:
Be able to read and communicate clearly and accurately enough to meet the requirements of the training,
Hold a vocational and/or academic qualification of at least one level above that of the learners taught and ideally hold a level 3 qualification in one's own subject specialism,
NOT have a criminal record which might prevent you from working with children/young people or vulnerable adults.
You will also need:
ICT skills (or be willing to develop them).
What will I study in the PTLLS course?
A range of subjects concerning:
Planning for learning
Assessment and record keeping
The role of the teacher/trainer/tutor
Legislation and teaching
Reflection and evaluation of learning and teaching
What equipment will I need for the PTLLS course?
In order to present your work to a professional standard, and to do on-line research, you will need access to a computer with internet access. Other materials will include those relevant to your subject specialism. We recommend the book 'Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector' by Ann Gravells.
For students new to academic writing we recommend Stella Cottrell’s ‘The Study Skills Handbook’ as a reference book.
Where can I go from here?
If you wish to take on a full teaching role and achieve Qualified Teaching Learning and Skills status (QTLS), you could, instead progress onto the Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS).
Supplementary info
You will be expected to register with the Institute for Learning.
PTLLS Course Fees:
£325
Where is the Adult Learning Academy teaching the PTLLS course?
The Adult Learning Academy is teaching the PTLLS course at our learn centre in Enfield, North London. Which is close to Haringey, Hackney, Walthamstow, Tottenham, Herts, Hartfordshire and all other boroughs in the North London areas.
Apply for the PTLLS course by calling 0845 468 7070
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