Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)
An entry-level teaching qualification for individuals who want to deliver training or teaching sessions in further education or workplace learning environments.
- Classroom based course
- 3 day duration
- Ideal for trainers and instructors
- Awarded by NOCN
Qualification Summary
Who Is This Qualification For?
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is designed for individuals who want to start delivering training or teaching in further education, workplace training environments, or vocational learning settings.
- New trainers delivering workplace training
- Industry professionals moving into teaching roles
- Subject specialists delivering short courses
- Assessors or instructors supporting vocational qualifications
- Individuals who want an introduction to teaching in further education
No prior teaching experience needed
The AET is designed for those new to teaching and training delivery. You do not need any prior formal teaching qualifications to enrol.
Want to start teaching or delivering training? This qualification provides the essential foundation.
Units Covered
The course covers the key principles required to plan, deliver and assess training sessions effectively.
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
These units introduce the fundamental responsibilities of trainers and help candidates understand how to plan sessions, engage learners, and assess learning effectively.
How It Works
This qualification is delivered through classroom-based training supported by practical activities and written assignments.
Classroom Training
Attend the 3 day training course where the core teaching principles and unit content are delivered.
Learning Activities
Participate in discussions, group activities and deliver your own micro-teach to develop teaching and training skills.
Written Assignments
Complete short written assignments that demonstrate your understanding of the course units.
Qualification Awarded
Once all assignments are completed successfully, the Level 3 Award in Education and Training is awarded by NOCN.
Course Duration & Support
A focused, structured programme delivered by experienced trainers in a supportive classroom environment.
- 3 day classroom course — Delivered across three structured training days
- Guidance and support — Throughout the course from experienced trainers
- Experienced trainers — Delivering the programme with real vocational knowledge
- Structured learning — With practical activities to develop teaching skills
3 Day Course
The course is delivered across three days of classroom training.
Experienced Trainers
Delivered by trainers with real experience in vocational education and training.
Ready to Get Started?
Gain the qualification required to start delivering training and teaching in vocational environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course is delivered over 3 days of classroom training.
No previous teaching experience is required. The qualification is designed as an introduction to teaching.
There are no exams. Assessment is through written assignments based on the course units.
Successful candidates receive the Level 3 Award in Education and Training awarded by NOCN.
Yes. The qualification allows individuals to begin delivering training or teaching sessions within their subject area.
Related Qualifications
Depending on your role, you might also need:
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
For assessing vocational learners and occupational competence in the workplace.
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA)
For quality assuring assessors and maintaining consistent, compliant assessment decisions.
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