Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Who would benefit from this qualification?

An Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector covers the basics of teaching in continuing and adult education - including how to plan sessions, motivate learners and use a variety of assessment methods. It's a first step towards official practitioner status - a full licence to teach in the lifelong learning sector.
This Award is for new entrants to the Lifelong Learning Sector - you don't need any prior teaching experience or qualifications. It also suits people working in the area already who want to gain official qualifications.

What does the NVQ cover?

Mandatory units

• Understand your own role and the responsibilities and boundaries of that role in relation to teaching
• Understand teaching and learning approaches in the specialist area
• Demonstrate session planning skills
• Understand how to deliver inclusive sessions which motivates learners
• Understand the use of different assess-ment methods and the need for record keeping