Education and Training Qualifications Online
Accredited AET, CET and DET Courses with Tutor Support
Are you looking for Education and Training qualifications online to help you become a trainer, tutor or educator, or develop your existing teaching and training practice?
Karen Blake Coaching provides accredited Education and Training qualifications for adults who want to teach, train, assess, support learners or progress within the education and training sector.
Based in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, we support learners across Wales and the UK through flexible online and blended learning options. Our courses are suitable for new trainers, workplace trainers, tutors, assessors, learning and development professionals, employability staff, community workers and those moving into adult education.
Whether you are starting with the Level 3 Award in Education and Training or progressing to the Level 4 Certificate or Level 5 Diploma, we can help you choose the right qualification for your goals.
Education and Training Qualifications Online: Courses Available
Level 3 Award in Education and Training
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an introductory teaching qualification for people who are new to teaching or training, or who want to gain a recognised qualification before delivering learning sessions.
This course is suitable if you want to:
- become a trainer or tutor
- deliver workplace training
- support adult learners
- move into further education or community learning
- build confidence in planning and delivering training sessions
The qualification covers key areas such as roles and responsibilities in education and training, planning inclusive learning, delivering sessions and understanding assessment methods.
View the Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is suitable for those who are already teaching or training, or who have access to teaching hours as part of their role.
This qualification is a good option if you want to develop your teaching practice, improve your session planning, understand learner needs in more depth and build confidence in delivering inclusive learning.
The course is suitable for:
- trainers
- tutors
- assessors
- workplace learning staff
- employability trainers
- community learning practitioners
- those progressing from the Level 3 Award in Education and Training
View the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is a more advanced qualification for those who want to develop their professional teaching practice further.
It is suitable for experienced trainers, tutors and educators who want a deeper understanding of curriculum design, inclusive teaching, assessment, professional practice and quality improvement.
This qualification may be suitable if you are working in further education, adult learning, workplace training, community learning or a similar education and training setting.
View the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
Who Are These Qualifications For?
Our Education and Training qualifications are suitable for adults who want to teach, train or support learners in a range of settings.
You may be:
- starting a new career as a trainer or tutor
- delivering training in the workplace
- working in employability, advice and guidance, coaching or mentoring
- supporting adult learners in a community setting
- progressing from assessing into teaching
- working towards a role in further education or adult learning
- looking for a recognised qualification to support your professional development
If you are unsure which course is right for you, we can help you look at your experience, your current role and your future goals.
Flexible Online and Blended Learning
Our Education and Training qualifications online are designed to provide flexible study options with clear tutor support.
This approach is ideal if you are balancing study with work, caring responsibilities, health needs or other commitments.
Depending on the qualification, you may need access to teaching or training opportunities so that you can complete the practical elements of the course. We will explain the requirements before you enrol so that you understand what evidence is needed.
Why Study with Karen Blake Coaching?
Karen Blake Coaching is an accredited training provider based in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. We support learners across Wales and the UK with career coaching, professional development and recognised training qualifications.
We offer:
- clear guidance before enrolment
- flexible online learning options
- tutor support throughout your course
- practical feedback to help you improve
- experience supporting adult learners, career changers and professionals
- a person-centred approach to learning and development
Our qualifications are Ofqual-regulated, which means they are recognised qualifications delivered through approved awarding organisation arrangements. You can find general information about regulated qualifications and qualification levels on the Ofqual Register.
We understand that returning to study or starting a new qualification can feel daunting. Our aim is to make the process clear, manageable and supportive.
Education and Training Qualifications Online in Merthyr Tydfil
Karen Blake Coaching is based at Crownford House, Swan Street, Merthyr Tydfil, and supports learners locally and nationally.
If you are searching for an Education and Training qualification in Wales, an AET course online, a CET qualification or a DET course with tutor support, we can help you understand your options and choose the most suitable route.
Our online and blended learning options mean that you do not need to be based in Merthyr Tydfil to study with us.
Which Education and Training Course Should I Choose?
The right course depends on your current experience and what you want to do next.
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is usually the best starting point if you are new to teaching or training.
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is suitable if you already deliver teaching or training and have access to teaching hours.
The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is suitable for those who want a more advanced teaching qualification and are ready for a higher level of study.
If you are not sure which qualification is right for you, please contact us and we can talk through your options.
Start Your Education and Training Qualification
If you are ready to become a trainer, develop your teaching skills or progress in adult education, Karen Blake Coaching can support you with flexible accredited Education and Training qualifications.
If you are comparing Education and Training qualifications online, Karen Blake Coaching can help you choose the most suitable route for your experience and goals.

