Adult Education and Training

L3 Level 3
12 May 2026 — 30 September 2026
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

Step into Teaching with the Level 3 Award in Adult Education and Training 

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is your first step into the world of teaching and training adults – a nationally recognised qualification designed to launch or grow your career in education across a variety of sectors. 

Whether you are dreaming of delivering workplace training, leading in adult education, or stepping into the classroom for the first time, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence to engage, inspire and make a real impact.  

Click the subheading below for more information! 

What you will study

This course is delivered at our City Centre Campus from 9.30am – 4pm on the below dates: 

Day 1: Tuesday 12th May

Day 2: Wednesday 13th May  

Day 3: Tuesday 2nd June

Day 4: Wednesday 3rd June 

Why Choose This Course? 
Innovative Curriculum: Built around the latest teaching practices and industry needs, this course sets you up for success from day one 

Expert Instructors: Train with expert tutors who bring real-life experience and passion for helping others succeed 

Flexible Learning: Part-time schedule to fit into a busy lifestyle 

Hands-On Experience: Gain practical skills through interactive workshops, engaging activities and opportunities to practice your teaching style 

Supportive Community: Join a network of like-minded learners and professionals. 

Modules 
Throughout the course, you will gain essential teaching skills such as planning and delivering inclusive teaching sessions, assessing work and giving constructive feedback. Modules include: 

  • Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training  
  • Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training  
  • Understanding Assessment in Education and Training 

Assessment  
To achieve this qualification, you will need to attend all sessions dates, submit a written assignment to a set deadline and deliver a micro-teach lesson. 

You will receive guidance and ongoing support from your tutor throughout your course, including during your tutorial session as well as via email, Microsoft TEAMS and phone.  

Self-study time is essential to help you complete your assignments and prepare for your assessment – so be sure to plan your schedule accordingly. 

Course fees

Course Fee: £480.00

Entry requirements

Enrolment and Course Fees must be made upon enrolment.

You must:

  • Be aged 19 or over
  • Be able to attend all face-to-face sessions
  • Be willing to present to a group
  • Be able to dedicate time outside of the course to write Academic Assignments

When applying:

  • Upload evidence of your highest qualification to date (GCSE’s, A Levels, Degree etc).

Upon application, you will be sent a questionnaire to complete. Once submitted, this will be reviewed, and a member of the team will be in touch to confirm if your application has been successful. Please note that applications will not be processed until this questionnaire is returned.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

12 May 2026

End date

30 September 2026

Time of day

Day Time

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

CSEAT3P04
L3

Qualification

Adult Education and Training

Career prospects & further study

Upon completing this course, you will have the opportunity to pursue further studies or employment in the education and training sector. This qualification can lead to roles such as:

  • Teaching Assistant
  • Trainer
  • Instructor
  • Assessor

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE