PTLLS - Preparing to teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector
The Preparing To Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) programme is specifically designed to allow you to teach or train within Post Compulsory Education and Training (PCET) Environment. In just 60 hours, we will give you the in depth knowledge to get you off on the right foot for a FULL teaching or training career, and potentially enabling you to then progress onto further teacher training programmes in the future. Such as CTLLS, DTLLS and the Certificate in Education (Cert Ed). The course is available at levels 3 and 4. At level 4, you will be expected to research and analyse teaching and learning theories. This means you will be required to read from relevant authors and reference your assignments using the Harvard referencing system. The level 3 course is suitable for private trainers / tutors. Level 4 is suitable for Teachers in Public Education (such as F.E Colleges, Sixth Form, H.E University). You must have Level 4 PTLLS in order to progress onto L4 CTLLS, DTLLS or the Certificate in Education We at Concept Academies will train you to quickly become experts in the field of teaching, and allowing you to confidently deliver your skills and knowledge to your learners. Course Outline: - Pre course study - 3 x 1 Day Intensive Workshops (this includes your MIcro Teach) - Up to 30 hours self directed study where you are to complete set assignments and activities. This includes reading of relevant literature / journals to enable you to analyse and research a given topic. You are given 16 weeks to complete the course. What you will learn: Section 1 - understand own role, responsibilities and boundaries of role in relation to teaching. Section 2 - understand teaching and learning approaches in the specialist area. Section 3 - demonstrate session planning skills Section 4 - understand how to deliver inclusive sessions which motivate learners. Section 5 - understand the use of different assessment methods and the need for record keeping. How it is assessed: 5 x Written Assignments 1 x Micro Teach session (including planning & evaluation) 1 x Reflective Journal Entry Requirements: 1. Learners MUST be 19 years or older. 2. You need to have a good level of Literacy in order to complete assignments accurately 3. An understanding that the course is up to 60 hours in length (Pre Course Study, 3 days classroom and up to 30 hours self study). You are given 16 weeks to complete the course. 4. You need to be IT literate with access to a computer that has a minimum Microsoft office 2007 (or equivalent) installed. For your assignments, you will also need access to Broadband internet and a scanner. What do you need to bring? You will need access to a computer and internet for the duration of the workshops. Lunch is not provided but refreshments are available FREE OF CHARGE throughout the day. Course Dates: Course dates are regular in Cardiff or Birmingham throughout the year. Please contact us for details.