Education and Training Award
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) — Nationally Recognised Teaching Qualification
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Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is the nationally recognised entry-level teaching qualification for the further education and skills sector. Formerly known as the PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector), it is the essential starting point for new and aspiring trainers, teachers and workplace coaches.
Our AET course is delivered by experienced educators and provides you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to plan, deliver and assess inclusive learning sessions. Upon completion, you will receive a Level 3 Award in Education and Training regulated by Ofqual — a lifetime qualification with no expiry date.
The course is available at venues across the UK and via live Zoom. Many awarding bodies, including SafeCert, require or recommend that their approved trainers hold a recognised teaching qualification such as the AET.
What You'll Learn
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Why teach Education & Training?
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is the standard qualification for workplace trainers and further education teachers in the UK. Qualified trainers deliver measurably better outcomes.
4.2 million
Adults in further education in the UK each year
£7 billion
Government investment in further education annually
74%
Of employers say qualified trainers deliver better training outcomes
26%
Higher earnings for Level 3 Education and Training qualification holders
1 in 4
Workplace trainers have no formal teaching qualification
88%
Of learners taught by qualified trainers achieve their qualification first time
Source: OfQual / ETF Statistics 2023
Why Choose Abertay Training?
The Level 3 AET is regulated by Ofqual and accepted by employers, awarding bodies and further education providers across the UK. It is a lifetime qualification with no expiry date.
Includes session plan templates, schemes of work, and assessment resources so you can start planning and delivering training immediately after qualifying.
Learn from experienced educators with extensive backgrounds in further education, adult learning and professional training delivery.
Available at 10+ UK venues and fully online via live Zoom. In-house training available for organisations with 6 or more delegates.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is the nationally recognised entry-level teaching qualification for the further education and skills sector. It is regulated by Ofqual and is the standard qualification for anyone who wishes to teach or train adults in a formal or workplace setting. It replaced the PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) qualification and is accepted by employers and awarding bodies across the UK.Duration
2 Days (10am – 4:30pm)
Qualification
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)
Price
£395 + VAT per person
Locations
UK-wide venues + Online Zoom
Group bookings available for 6+ people
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Accreditations
Abertay Training is accredited and certified by the UK's leading health, safety and quality bodies.
SafeCert Awards
Abertay Training is an approved SafeCert Awarding Centre, delivering nationally recognised trainer qualifications accredited by SafeCert Awards — the UK's leading awarding body for health and safety training.
SafeCert CPD
All Abertay Training courses are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited by SafeCert, meaning delegates can count their training towards their annual CPD requirements.
IOSH Managing Safely
Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely, the world's most popular health and safety qualification for managers and supervisors, awarded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.
IOSH Working Safely
Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Working Safely, the internationally recognised health and safety qualification for all levels of the workforce, awarded by IOSH.
IFE Affiliate
Abertay Training is an affiliate organisation of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), confirming that our fire safety trainer courses meet the professional standards set by the IFE.
ISO 9001 Quality
Abertay Training holds ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS, demonstrating our commitment to consistent, high-quality training delivery.
ISO 14001 Environmental
Abertay Training holds ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certification, demonstrating our commitment to minimising environmental impact across all our training operations.
ISO 45001 Safety
Abertay Training holds ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification, the international standard for workplace health and safety, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS.
Backcare Member
Abertay Training is a Professional Member of Backcare, the UK charity for back and neck pain. This membership confirms that our manual handling and patient handling trainer courses meet Backcare's professional standards.
RoSPA Member
Abertay Training is a member of RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents), the UK's leading safety organisation, reinforcing our commitment to the highest standards of health and safety training.
Abertay Training holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, is a SafeCert Approved Centre, an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely and IOSH Working Safely, an IFE Affiliate, and a professional member of Backcare and RoSPA.
Venue Information
Choose your preferred training location. All venues offer the same high-quality course with full certification.
Online Zoom
Location
Learn from anywhere in the UK
Contact
0333 500 5000
Course Hours
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (2 days)
✓ Online Course Benefits
- • No travel costs - save time and money
- • Same Level 3 SafeCert certification
- • Live instructor via Zoom (not recorded)
- • All trainer resources included
- • Interactive practical demonstrations
What Our Students Say
"Excellent course, very well structured and the trainer was knowledgeable and engaging. I feel fully prepared to deliver training in my workplace."
Sarah Mitchell
HR Manager, NHS Trust
Edinburgh · November 2024
"Outstanding training experience. The practical elements were particularly valuable and I now have the confidence to train my colleagues effectively."
James Robertson
Health & Safety Officer, Construction Ltd
Glasgow · October 2024
"Very professional and thorough. The course exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend Abertay Training to anyone looking to become a qualified trainer."
Emma Thompson
Team Leader, Care Home Group
Dundee · September 2024
"Great course content and delivery. The materials provided are excellent and will be very useful when I deliver training to my team."
Michael Chen
Operations Manager, Manufacturing Co
Aberdeen · August 2024
"Brilliant experience from start to finish. The online booking was easy, the venue was excellent, and the training itself was first class."
Lisa Anderson
Training Coordinator, Local Authority
Perth · July 2024