VTCT Level 3 Award in Education & training (VRQ) ONLINE training course

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Course dates & venues:

Taught and assessed online via live video call


Course dates:(3 x lessons via live video):


ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED

June '25 - Tues 17th;
July '25 - Tues 1st;
July '25 - Tues 22nd; (Times 11am - 1pm)


& Microteach (online - via live video call) 1 date

Aug '25 - Tues 5th OR, Sept '25 - Tues 9th


This course can be learnt at your own pace as self-study
DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

Course Fee:

£597

(Pay in full or pay monthly)

Course overview
Our course is specifically tailored to the beauty and massage industry, ensuring that all content is highly relevant and practical for professionals in this field. It is taught and delivered by an expert, qualified tutor with 17 years of teaching experience and 21 years of hands-on industry experience. As a training school owner and former spa owner, our tutor brings real-world insights and expertise, making this course an invaluable resource for anyone looking to excel in the beauty and massage industry.

Course Description:
The VTCT Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an ofqual regulated qualification for those embarking on a teaching career in further education or for those who have recently started teaching. This course is ideal for individuals passionate about sharing their expertise in the beauty and wellness sectors. It provides both new and experienced practitioners with the essential skills and knowledge to teach effectively.
Throughout the course, you will learn:
Preparation, planning, and course design
Teaching delivery skills, including participating in microteaching sessions
Evaluation techniques to assess student progress effectively
This qualification is suitable for those looking to gain a professionally recognised teaching qualification or advance their teaching career in the beauty and wellness industries.

Accreditation:
This course is accredited by the VTCT (Vocational Training and Charitable Trust) and is regulated by Ofqual.

Course information

Pre-requisite / Entry level:
None
Course format:
4 online training sessions via video call
You can study at your own pace, making it ideal for busy professionals 
(You must carry out and document evidence of a minimum of 1 hour of teaching)
Attendance:
4 x  sessions via video call
Exam board:
VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust
(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)

Career potential:
Further education teacher
- Once qualified, you can pursue teaching roles in further education colleges, schools, private training centres, or become self-employed instructors / tutors. Opportunities include delivering workshops, CPD-accredited courses, and formal qualifications within the beauty, massage, and fitness sectors.
Additional costs:
You will need to provide your own teaching resources 
Qualification gained:
VTCT Level 3 Award in Education and Training (VRQ)
VTCT Code: ET3A1
Qualification Number: 601/2758/2
This qualification is regulated under the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
Course content:
Unit UET1: Understanding roles, responsibilities, and relationships in education and training
Unit UET2: Understanding and using inclusive teaching and learning approaches
Unit UET5: Understanding assessment in education and training
Guided learning hours (GLH):
48
(GLH incl’s. practical, coursework/homework, documented teaching, microteach, research/reading)

Insurance

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)
We recommend you hold student insurance while studying this course to cover you while practicing &/or when carrying out case studies (where applicable).
  • If you already have therapist insurance - You should be able to add this therapy onto your current insurance
    If you do not have therapist insurance - You can take out student insurance while practicing, and top this up to therapist insurance when qualified. You can take out student insurance for around £25 which will cover you for up to 12 months. For more information and aa list of recommended insurers - CLICK HERE

Course Lessons

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Karen Ashton

Your instructor
Karen Ashton, founder of Holistic Therapies Training Academy and also known as 'The Aromatherapy Geek,' combines her business acumen and passion for holistic wellness to create a thriving training academy. With a background in business ownership, office management, and accounting, Karen meticulously crafts courses that meet industry standards for online, accredited, and VTCT programs. Originally established in Swindon, Wiltshire, the academy flourished after Karen moved to Bideford, Devon, in 2011 for a better work-life balance. Today, she mentors aspiring therapists, helping them achieve professional success while balancing their personal lives. Karen is also an author, vlogger, and course writer, currently working on her second publication, and continues to inspire others.
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