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FOCUS AWARDS QUALIFICATION · TEACHING
An introductory qualification for people preparing to teach or train, current educators and assessors looking to develop their practice.
Level
3
QRN
601/6099/8
Status
Available to Learners
QUALIFICATION AT A GLANCE
Awarding body
Focus Awards
Minimum credits
12 credits
Entry age
Normally 19+
Courses /
Education and Training · Level 3
THE QUALIFICATION
This qualification introduces the knowledge and practical considerations involved in teaching, supporting learners and assessing learning.
Designed as an introduction to teaching and training, this award is relevant to prospective teachers, existing trainers and assessors seeking a teaching-focused qualification.
The qualification covers professional responsibilities, relationships in education, inclusive approaches to learning, supporting individual and group learners, and the principles of assessment.
Learners must gain at least 12 credits: 3 credits from mandatory Group A, 6 credits from an option in Group B, and 3 credits from an option in Group C. The available units are listed in the Units tab.
Focus Awards does not set a specific prior-qualification entry requirement. Individual training centres or colleges may set additional enrolment guidelines.
Admission is at the centre’s discretion; the awarding body advises that learners should normally be at least 19 years old.
Potential next qualifications include the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF) and the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF).
The qualification is accredited for use in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.
For current course dates, delivery arrangements and learner fees, please contact AS SkillSecure.
The qualification includes a mandatory unit in Group A and a choice of optional units from Groups B and C. Credit values and guided learning hours are shown below.
Unit title
Unit ref
Credits
Level
GLH
Unit Group A · Mandatory
Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
H/505/0053
3
3
12
Unit Group B · Optional
Understanding and using inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training
D/505/0052
6
3
24
Facilitate learning and development for individuals
J/502/9549
6
3
25
Facilitate learning and development for groups
F/502/9548
6
3
25
Unit Group C · Optional
Understanding assessment in education and training
R/505/0050
3
3
12
Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
D/601/5313
3
3
24
GLH means guided learning hours. Credit totals depend on your chosen option within each unit group.
LEARNING THAT TAKES YOU FORWARD
01 / PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Explore responsibilities, professional boundaries and relationships in teaching and training.
02 / INCLUSIVE DELIVERY
Learn approaches to individual and group teaching that take learner needs into account.
03 / ASSESSMENT
Develop an understanding of how assessment supports learning and training outcomes.
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