Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
(For Local Students)
An award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector covers the basics of teaching in continuing and adult education – including how to plan sessions, motivate learners and use a variety of assessment methods.
Who is it for?
This award is for new entrants into the Lifelong Learning Sector – you don’t need any prior teaching experience or qualifications. It also suits people working in the area already who want to gain official qualifications.
You should have an idea of what subject you’d like to teach and either have or be working towards a qualification in that area.
The Level 3 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) is for pre-service and in-service teachers and trainers. It’s aimed at candidates who:
- would like or require an introduction to teching in the Lifelong Learning Sector or
- are seeking career progression within their area of work or
- will be/are seeking to progress towards ATLS/QTLS status and/or
- teach courses that aren’t publicly funded or
- area trainers in industry or
- technicians and support staff in further and adult education
The qualification is designed to enable candidates to:
- adopt an integrated approach to the theory and practice of teaching
- reflect on their own previous/current levels of experience, practice and skills, and areas for development
- identify principles of learning, teaching, assessment and evaluation
- develop confidence, communication and inter-personal skills
- develop an awareness of their professional role and responsibilities.
