Overview

Have you considered a career change? Do you have valuable industry skills and experience you could share with others?

This adult-only (19+) part-time course, previously known as PTLLS, is ideal if you are looking to start a career in teaching or progress within your current role. Delivered over 12 weeks in the evening, it provides an excellent introduction to teaching and training in further education and skills.

It is the perfect first step to help you decide if teaching is right for you and provides the foundations to progress onto further teacher training qualifications.

Do not worry if you have been out of education for some time. Our tutors are highly experienced in supporting adult learners and will guide you throughout the course. You will learn in small, supportive groups, building confidence in a welcoming and professional environment.

What will I study?

Cognitive behaviour and how students learn
Adaptations of learning using differentiation of resources
Planning a lesson and scheme of learning
Engaging and motivating students
Planning assessments
Recording and monitoring assessments
You will also be expected to plan a lesson (Microteach) and will be observed by tutor and peers in order to be assessed as part of meeting the course criteria.

Start date, attendance and fee

Start date - Tuesday 14 April 2026
Attendance - TBC
Fee - £425

Adult learning support and guidance

Starting something new can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. From careers guidance to mental health and wellbeing, we’re here to support you before you apply and throughout your time with us.
Visit our adult support page

Entry requirements
This course is only available to adults aged 19+.
- A keen interest in teaching and learning
- Ideally have a Level 2 in literacy
- Good understanding of IT (preferably Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint).
If you feel unsure about using tools such as email, Microsoft Word or Microsoft Teams, do not worry. We will support you step by step. You will have guidance from an assessor throughout your studies, and we also offer free short digital and IT courses for adults to help you build confidence before starting a qualification like this.
Assessment
Ongoing theory and practical tasks.
Progression
This course will give you the foundations to study a certificate in education (teacher training).
This can be studied through NTU in Mansfield* which is located at our Derby Road campus.
*To find out how many UCAS points this course carries, and to receive advice on your Higher Education options, please contact the college’s enquiries team on 0808 100 3626 and ask to be transferred to the Head of Department for this subject area. They can provide the most up-to-date information.
As a partner college of Nottingham Trent University (NTU), you may also be eligible for a range of benefits if you choose to progress to NTU after completing your course. For more information, please visit Progress NTU.
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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.