Foundation for a Rewarding Teaching Career
The Level 3 Award in Teaching Roles and Responsibilities is your entry point for a rewarding career in education and training. Regulated by Ofqual, this qualification is designed to provide foundational knowledge and understanding of the critical responsibilities of a teacher. This Level 3 Award offers a clear and structured progression pathway for those eager to enter the job market.
Beyond the specialised focus of the Level 3 Award, it helps to broaden employment opportunities across the wider educational landscape, providing you with a highly recognised credential that can open the door to exciting opportunities in the education and training sector.
This Award is just the start, acting as a launchpad for your professional growth and paving the way for the more comprehensive Level 3 Certificate in the Foundations of Teaching to deepen your pedagogical skills and enhance career prospects. This course awards you UCAS points, helping to strengthen your university application and improve your chances in higher education.
Beyond the immediate career benefits, the ATHE Level 3 Award also provides a clear route to higher education. Many UK and international universities recognise the ATHE qualification as an approved progression pathway to a relevant Bachelor’s Top-Up degree. Successfully completing this course can provide direct entry to a university programme.
Our experienced and knowledgeable tutors are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. They will guide you through the learning process, offering the expertise and assistance you need to successfully complete your qualification and confidently embark on your teaching career.
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Strong foundation needed to begin a career in education, opening up a wide range of opportunities.
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| Who is This Certification For? | This Level 3 Award is designed for those aspiring to teach or train in the education and training sector.
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| Certification | Once you complete this course, you will receive the Level 3 Award in Teaching Roles and Responsibilities from ATHE and regulated by Ofqual. |
| Career Progression | Impactful Teaching Begins Here
Completing the Level 3 Award in Teaching Roles and Responsibilities provides a strong foundation essential to enter or advance within the education and training sector. This introductory qualification equips you with key knowledge of the teaching role, responsibilities, and educational principles to pursue entry-level teaching or training roles in various settings. Explore potential career paths along with their average salary (based on Glassdoor UK).
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| Method of Assessment | To earn the Level 3 Award, you must submit a portfolio of evidence. Importantly, this course does not have an exam. This is how you will be evaluated throughout your course.
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| Academic Progression | Upon completing this Level 3 award, you can progress to the following.
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| Regulated by | OFQUAL
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet national standards, so you can trust that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high quality and widely recognised by employers and universities. RQF The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to classify and oversee qualifications according to their level and size. The RQF includes nine levels, ranging from Level 1 up to Level 8. Its main goal is to help learners and employers clearly understand the meaning and value of each qualification level. |
South London College – Advancing Excellence in Education
South London College stands at the forefront of online education in the UK, offering a reliable and learner-focused platform for students worldwide. With expertly designed course materials and experienced tutors, we are here to support your journey towards achieving your goals. Our commitment lies in delivering a high-quality, flexible, and enriching learning experience that elevates your future. Here’s a great opportunity to enrol for the ATHE Level 3 Award in Teaching Roles and Responsibilities.
ATHE
ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education) is an internationally recognised awarding organisation, regulated by Ofqual and other key UK and global bodies. They offer a diverse portfolio of career-focused qualifications in various areas such as education, business management, law, computing, and healthcare. ATHE qualifications are widely accepted as progression routes to Bachelor’s and Master’s Top-Up degrees by leading universities in the UK and abroad.
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Recommended training
This is the ideal first step for anyone considering a teaching career. I recommend it for other aspiring professionals.
Valuable course
The materials were easy to follow and the support from my tutor was good. The module was structured well and clarified my understanding of what it takes to being a trainer.
Good foundation
As someone new to teaching, this course gave me exactly what I needed and how I can positively impact my learners.