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Education and Training Level 4 Certificate

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Course Overview

Education and Training Level 4 Certificate

This course provides the skills, knowledge, and professional values to begin a rewarding teaching career. It prepares you for roles in Further Education colleges, sixth form colleges, adult and community learning, independent training providers, and prison education. With extensive placement experience, you’ll gain practical insights. The programme includes six modules, three teaching observations, and a 30-hour teaching log to prepare you for the challenges of teaching.

Topics include:

  • Roles and Responsibilities in Education and Training

  • Planning and Delivering

  • Using Resources

  • Assessing Learners

  • Inclusive Practice

Located at: Church Street campus

Course Start: 25 September 2025

Day(s) of study: Monday, at 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Study Mode: Part-time

Course Code: QEATETC401

Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

The course costs £1,499. You can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of this course.

If the course is listed as 'full fee payable', you will have to pay for the course.

Other funding information

You may be eligible for assistance with expenses such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. For further information please contact Student Services by calling 01226 216 267.

This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

For eligibility information and details about how to apply, visit the Advanced Learner Loan page. Or contact our Information Team by emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk or calling 01226 216 123.

Course Content

  • GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above or an equivalent qualification at Level 2 or above

  • Good information and communications (ICT) skills

  • You will need to undertake an interview with the Course Leader

  • You will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced DBS check

  • You will be required to log 30 hours of teaching throughout the year.

  • A placement within an education provider or to be employed for the duration of the course

Your assessment will be a combination of assignments, practical teaching experience, observation records and reflective practice. You will need to demonstrate that you have developed the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to be a successful teacher.

You will need to provide a pen, paper, notepad or electronic device.

Certificate

Following on from this course, there is opportunity for natural progression to further Higher Education courses are an opportunity such as Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher apprenticeship, or where appropriate, the Professional Graduate Certificate in Education.

Other Resources

For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

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The course information on this page was last updated 18 June 2025.