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NOCN Level 3 Award in Education and Training

British QualificationAwarded by NOCN · Thames Oxford Academy is an NOCN Approved Centre

Ofqual-RegulatedRQF Level 3 · Qualification No. 601/0619/0

The UK’s recognised first qualification for teachers and trainers. Learn to plan, deliver and assess inclusive learning, and earn the same regulated award achieved by learners in the United Kingdom.

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Level
3 (RQF)
Credits
12
Total time
120 hrs
Minimum age
19+
Regulated Qualifications Framework

NOCN Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Qualification no.
601/0619/0
Awarding body
NOCN
Guided learning
48–61 hrs
Total qualification time
120 hrs
Sector
13.1 Teaching & Lecturing
UCAS tariff
8 points

Delivered by Thames Oxford Academy and quality assured by NOCN.

NOCN Group Approved Centre
Ofqual-regulatedA UK qualification on the RQF, with a national qualification number
8 UCAS pointsCarries tariff points towards UK higher education
Practical teachingObserved microteaching built into the programme
Clear progressionRoutes to Level 4 and Level 5 teaching qualifications
About the qualification

Your first step into teaching, with a qualification that is recognised wherever UK standards are respected.

The NOCN Level 3 Award in Education and Training introduces you to working in the education and training sector. It builds the knowledge and practical skills you need to teach adults and young people with confidence, in a classroom, a workshop or the workplace.

What you will learn
  • The roles, responsibilities and relationships of a teacher or trainer
  • Inclusive teaching and learning approaches that meet individual needs
  • How to facilitate learning with individuals and groups
  • The role of assessment and constructive feedback in learning
Designed for

Aspiring teachers & trainers

No teaching role needed. Microteaching sessions give you the practice the qualification requires.

Designed for

New teachers, trainers & mentors

Recently started teaching, training or mentoring and want a recognised foundation for your practice.

Designed for

Assessors & subject experts

Working as an assessor or industry specialist and ready to add a formal introduction to teaching.

Structure & units

Twelve credits across three groups

Every learner completes the mandatory unit, then chooses units from Groups B and C. Each unit below lists its Ofqual unit reference and learning outcomes.

Group A · mandatory3 credits
Group B · choose one unit6 credits
Group C · choose one3 credits
Rules of combination12 credits · 48–61 GLH · 120 TQT

Group A

Mandatory
H/505/0053Unit 1

Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training

The foundations of professional practice: what a teacher is responsible for, how to keep learners safe, and where your role meets other professionals.

  1. Understand the teaching role and responsibilities, including legislation, codes of practice, equality and diversity, and meeting individual learner needs
  2. Understand ways to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment and promote respectful behaviour
  3. Understand relationships with other professionals, role boundaries and points of referral
Credits
3
GLH
12
Assessed by
Portfolio

Group B

Choose one · 6 credits
D/505/0052Unit 2

Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches

Plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive sessions.

  1. Features of inclusive teaching, and developing English, maths, ICT and wider skills
  2. Creating an inclusive environment, motivating learners and setting ground rules
  3. Planning inclusive teaching and justifying your choices
  4. Delivering inclusive teaching, communication and feedback
  5. Evaluating your own delivery and identifying improvements

Includes observed and assessed microteaching.

Credits
6
GLH
24
Assessed by
Microteach
J/502/9549Unit 3

Facilitate Learning and Development for Individuals

One-to-one coaching, training and development in the workplace.

  1. Principles of one-to-one learning: methods, safeguarding, barriers, progress and adaptation
  2. Facilitating one-to-one learning and development
  3. Helping individuals apply new knowledge and skills in practice
  4. Supporting reflection and identifying future learning needs

Requires evidence from real work with learners.

Credits
6
GLH
25
Assessed by
Workplace
F/502/9548Unit 4

Facilitate Learning and Development in Groups

Lead group training sessions in a real work setting.

  1. Principles of group learning: group dynamics, methods, safeguarding, barriers and adaptation
  2. Facilitating learning and development in groups
  3. Helping groups apply new knowledge and skills, with feedback
  4. Supporting self-evaluation and future learning needs

Requires evidence from real work with learners.

Credits
6
GLH
25
Assessed by
Workplace

Group C

Choose one · 3 credits
R/505/0050Unit 5

Understanding Assessment in Education and Training

How assessment supports learning, and how to do it fairly.

  1. Types and methods of assessment, and adapting them to individual needs
  2. Involving learners and others, including peer and self-assessment
  3. The role and use of constructive feedback
  4. Requirements for keeping assessment records
Credits
3
GLH
12
Assessed by
Portfolio
D/601/5313Unit 6

Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment

A deeper study of assessment, ideal for current or future assessors.

  1. Principles and requirements of assessment and the assessor’s responsibilities
  2. Types of assessment method, compared against learner needs
  3. Planning holistic assessment and minimising risk
  4. Involving learners and others in assessment
  5. Making valid, reliable and fair assessment decisions
  6. Quality assurance, standardisation and disputes
  7. Managing assessment information, feedback and questioning
  8. Legal and good-practice requirements, technology, equality and CPD
Credits
3
GLH
24
Assessed by
Portfolio
Choose your pathway

Two routes to the same regulated award

We will help you choose at enrolment, based on whether you are already teaching or training in a workplace.

Most popular

Classroom pathway

For anyone new to teaching. All practice takes place through microteaching with your cohort, so no teaching job is needed.

Unit 1Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships3 cr
Unit 2Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches6 cr
Unit 5Understanding Assessment3 cr
12 credits48 guided hours
For workplace trainers

Workplace pathway

For trainers, coaches and supervisors already developing people at work. Your real sessions become your evidence.

Unit 1Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships3 cr
Unit 3 or 4Facilitate Learning for Individuals or Groups6 cr
Unit 5 or 6Assessment in Education and Training3 cr
12 credits49–61 guided hours
The microteach

Teach, be observed, and grow

On the classroom pathway you take part in at least one hour of microteaching. You deliver at least one 15-minute session of your own, observed and assessed by our tutors, and spend the rest teaching again or observing your peers.

PlanWrite an inclusive session plan and justify your methods and resources.
DeliverTeach your session, adapting to learners and giving feedback.
EvaluateReview what worked and set clear targets for improvement.
Assessment & quality

Assessed by tutors, assured by NOCN

Portfolio of evidence

Written work, reflective accounts, case studies and professional discussion, built up unit by unit. There are no exams.

Observed practice

Microteaching, or workplace observation on Units 3 and 4, assessed by qualified tutors.

Internal and external quality assurance

Our internal quality assurer checks every decision, and NOCN’s external quality assurer reviews our centre before certificates are claimed.

VValid

The right thing, assessed the right way.

AAuthentic

Your own work, never plagiarised.

CCurrent

Reflects up-to-date practice.

SSufficient

Enough evidence to cover every criterion.

RReliable

Consistent decisions across assessors.

Every assessment decision meets NOCN’s five evidence principles

Your achievement

Graduate with a British qualification, recognised internationally

On successful completion, your NOCN Level 3 Award in Education and Training certificate is issued by NOCN, the UK awarding organisation. It carries the qualification’s Ofqual-regulated status and national qualification number.

  • Certificate issued by NOCNUnited Kingdom awarding organisation
  • Ofqual-regulatedRQF Level 3 · Qualification No. 601/0619/0
  • Celebrated by Thames Oxford AcademyJoin our graduates teaching and training around the world
Begin your journey →
Progression

Where the award takes you

Continue to higher teaching and assessor qualifications, or move into teaching and training roles across the education sector.

Further education collegesAdult & community learningWork-based learningIndependent training providersCorporate L&DOffender educationVoluntary sector
Level 3 Award in Education and TrainingOfqual-regulated · 601/0619/0
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training601/0620/7 · Unit 1 transfers as credit
Level 5 Diploma in Education and TrainingThe full professional teaching qualification
Level 3 assessor qualificationsIncluding the Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Why Thames Oxford Academy

A British qualification, delivered for international learners

UK-regulated standard

You earn an Ofqual-regulated NOCN qualification with a national qualification number, the same award achieved by learners in the UK.

Built for global cohorts

Flexible delivery and tutor support scheduled around your time zone, for individuals and for organisations training their own staff.

Experienced teacher educators

Our tutors and assessors hold full teaching qualifications and bring real classroom and workplace experience to every session.

Questions

Frequently asked

Is this an Ofqual-regulated qualification?

Yes. The NOCN Level 3 Award in Education and Training is regulated by Ofqual on the Regulated Qualifications Framework, with qualification number 601/0619/0. NOCN is the awarding organisation.

Do I need a teaching job to take this course?

No. On the classroom pathway, the only practice required is microteaching with your cohort. The workplace units (3 and 4) are optional and suit learners who already train people at work.

What are the entry requirements?

You must be 19 or over. There are no formal entry requirements, and we carry out an initial assessment with every applicant to make sure the course is right for you.

How is the qualification assessed?

Through a portfolio of evidence and observed practice, set and assessed by our tutors and quality assured internally and by NOCN. There are no written exams.

How long does it take?

The qualification involves 48 to 61 hours of guided learning and 120 hours of total study time, including independent work. Contact us for intake dates and study schedules.

Does this qualify me as a teacher?

It is an introductory teaching qualification. To become fully qualified, you can progress to the Level 4 Certificate and Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Unit 1 also counts towards the Level 4 Certificate.

Admissions

Start your teaching career with a regulated UK qualification

Tell us about yourself and your goals. Our admissions team will confirm intake dates, fees and the right pathway for you.

IndividualsCorporate cohortsInternational learners
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