ProQual Level 3 Certificate in Teaching and Training
Introduction
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify any gaps and help plan the assessment.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) could be used to meet evidence requirements if the evidence is current and valid (less than two years old).
The awarding organisation for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body and the regulatory body is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). The specification for these qualifications has been approved by the Welsh Government for use by centres in Wales.
Qualification Structure
A/615/6146 Principles of teaching and learning, Level 3, 30 glh
F/615/6147 Delivery of teaching and training, Level 3, 30 glh
Assessment
Candidates must demonstrate the level of knowledge or competence described in the qualification. Assessment is the process of measuring a candidate’s skills, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification.
Evidence can include:
– assignments/projects/reports
– worksheets
– portfolio of evidence
– record of oral and/or written questioning
– candidate test papers
Learning outcomes set out what a candidate is expected to know, understand or be able to do.
Assessment criteria specify the standard a candidate must meet to show the learning outcome has been achieved.
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
A/615/6146
Principles of teaching and learning
Learning Outcome - The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1. Understand the principles of teaching and training
1.1 Identify different teaching and training methods
1.2 Explain the purpose for using different teaching and training methods
1.3 Explain the main features of the different teaching and training methods
1.4 Explain the benefits and limitations of the different teaching and training methods
1.5 Explain the factors which determine the choice of teaching and training method
2 Understand the principles of planning in teaching and training
2.1 Explain the importance of the training cycle when planning teaching and training
2.2 Explain factors to be considered when planning teaching and training
2.3 Identify the components of a teaching and training session plan
3 Understand how to evaluate teaching and training sessions
3.1 Identify factors that influence the implementation of a session plan
3.2 Explain why delivery of teaching and training must meet the needs of
• an individual
• a group
3.3 Explain the purpose of evaluating teaching and training
3.4 Explain the principles of evaluating teaching and training
3.5 Identify methods used for evaluating teaching and training
F/615/6147
Delivering teaching and training, Level 3
Learning Outcome - The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1. Be able to use different methods of teaching or training delivery to ensure learning
1.1 Select a method of delivery to meet the needs of the learner
1.2 Prepare resources and activities that support delivery of the learning
1.3 Create a learning environment that supports effective delivery of the learning
1.4 Deliver teaching and training sessions
1.5 Use effective communication in delivery of teaching and training sessions
2 Be able to evaluate the delivery of teaching and training sessions
2.1 Review the effectiveness of the method of delivery
2.2 Evaluate the contribution of resources in delivering the objectives of the learning
2.3 Analyse feedback from learners to inform future teaching and training sessions
2.4 Use review and feedback to plan adaptations to learning materials and activities
3 Be able to prepare the assessment of the outcome of teaching and training sessions
3.1 Select methods to assess skills, knowledge and achievement
3.2 Prepare resources for the assessment
3.3 Communicate the purpose, requirements and processes of assessment to the learner
4 Maintain legal and good practice requirements when teaching and training skills, knowledge and understanding
4.1 Follow relevant policies, procedures and legislation relating to the teaching and training of skills, knowledge and understanding, including those for health, safety and welfare
4.2 Apply requirements for equality and diversity and, where appropriate, bilingualism
4.3 Evaluate own work in carry out teaching and training of skills, knowledge and understanding
4.4 Undertake continuous professional development to ensure current expertise and competence in teaching and training skills, knowledge and understanding
Ofqual Qualification Number
Level
3
Total Qualification Time
80 hours
