The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is designed for anyone interested in teaching or training adults in the workplace, community, or further education settings.

It’s ideal if you are:

You don’t need previous teaching experience, just enthusiasm, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn.

You must be aged 19 or above and able to complete written tasks in English.

The course does not require teaching hours, making it a perfect starting point for those entering education and training for the first time.

Access to a computer, internet connection, and basic digital skills are required for online study.

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) includes three key units designed to give you the skills and confidence to teach, train, and support adult learners effectively.

You’ll explore inclusive practice, session planning, assessment methods, professional boundaries, and feedback techniques that align with national teaching standards.

As part of the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), you’ll plan and deliver a structured micro-teach session to demonstrate your teaching skills.

You must deliver a minimum 15-minute teaching session that is observed and assessed. In addition, you must be involved in at least 60 minutes of microteaching activity overall, in line with the qualification specification.

This can be completed online and observed by your assessor. Where learners are already delivering teaching in the workplace, this may form part of the requirement. For new or aspiring teachers, structured microteaching sessions are arranged as part of the course.

We provide clear templates, examples and supportive feedback so you know exactly what “good” looks like before delivery.

The qualification requires a minimum 15-minute observed teaching session and at least 60 minutes total microteaching involvement. At Karen Blake Coaching, we guide you step-by-step so you feel fully prepared before delivering your session.

Assessment for the Level 3 AET course is practical, flexible, and fully supported by your assessor.

You’ll complete a series of written tasks mapped directly to each unit, supported by clear assignment guidance. You’ll also take part in a micro-teach session to demonstrate your teaching and facilitation skills.

Throughout the course, your assessor provides detailed feedback to help you meet each criterion confidently. Once all work is verified through internal quality assurance (IQA), you’ll receive your nationally recognised certificate from iCQ, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.

Typical completion time is 6 – 12 weeks, but you can study at your own pace.

After achieving your Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), you can progress to higher-level teaching and assessment qualifications, including:

• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET)
• Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
• Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment

You can also expand your skills with specialist CPD courses in areas such as coaching and mentoring, safeguarding, digital skills, and employability support.

Many learners move into training, assessing, or tutoring roles within FE, adult learning, or private training organisations.

There are several ways to fund your learning:

• Employer Sponsorship – Many employers cover course fees to support staff development.
• ReAct+ Funding (Wales) – Available to eligible individuals affected by redundancy or unemployment.
• Flexible Payment Options – Staged payments may be available to help spread the cost.

We can provide a course information pack and guidance to help you apply for funding or secure employer approval.

Clear guidance and fast feedback, I felt supported from day one.  – AET learner, 2025

The micro-teach rehearsal made all the difference.  – AET graduate, Cardiff