Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS)
The OCN Level 3 and Level 4 Certificates in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector have been developed to recognise student teachers' abilities to teach and support learning in a post-16 context. They have been designed to develop and accredit the breadth of knowledge and skills required by teachers to deliver learning programmes and undertake responsibility in managing the learning process. Teachers successfully completing the OCN Level 3 or Level 4 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector will have the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfil the Associate Teacher role as defined in the overarching standards for teachers, tutors and trainers in the lifelong learning sector by Lifelong Learning UK. The Associate Teacher role is defined as carrying fewer teaching responsibilities than the full teacher role. Someone is deemed to be in an associate teacher role if their role and responsibilities are to teach predominantly in at least one of the following ways:
from packs/ pre-prepared materials, and therefore has fewer responsibilities in design of curriculum and materials generally
on a one to one basis a programme confined to a particular level/ subject/ type of learner (i.e. does not develop or deliver a full range across a curriculum area)
short courses
It aims to develop student teachers' skills and knowledge and to recognise their achievements in a practical way that is relevant to the work context and reflects the professional values of teachers in the Lifelong Learning environment. It is anticipated that much of the practical evidence required to meet the assessment requirements of the qualification will be naturally occurring. The qualification has been designed to be context-free and, therefore, meets the needs of teachers working across all subject/vocational areas.
Target audience: Those who wish to enter the field of teaching in the Lifelong Learning
Sector as an Associate Teacher as defined by the Sector Skills Council. It will act as a foundation for those with no previous experience of teaching who wish to extend their professional skills and understanding
Level 3
Total Credits Required: a minimum of 24 credits and a maximum of 36 credits for both levels 3 and 4