Teaching & Education Qualifications
Accredited qualifications for aspiring and practising educators, assessors, and teaching assistants. From the introductory Award in Education and Training to specialist SEND and assessment qualifications, our fully online courses with dedicated tutor support help you build a career in education.
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Enquire NowOur Teaching Qualification courses are designed for anyone who wants to teach, train, assess, or support learning. Whether you are an aspiring teacher looking to enter further education, a workplace assessor needing formal recognition, or a teaching assistant wanting to progress your career, we offer nationally recognised qualifications that employers and educational institutions trust. All courses are fully online with flexible study options and one-to-one tutor support.
Why Study Teaching Qualification?
Nationally recognised qualifications accepted by schools and colleges
Flexible online learning with dedicated one-to-one tutor support
Study at your own pace around work and family
Pathway to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status
Flexible payment options available on eligible courses
Specialist SEND and assessment qualifications available
Available Courses
Choose the course level that matches your experience and career goals.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training
The essential introductory teaching qualification (formerly PTLLS). Learn to plan, deliver, and assess inclusive teaching sessions.
Duration
6-10 weeks
Online
From £500
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Become a qualified vocational assessor. Covers assessment planning, observation, and feedback for NVQs and competence-based qualifications.
Duration
8-12 weeks
Online
From £500
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
Prepare for a career as a teaching assistant. Covers child development, literacy and numeracy support, and inclusive practice in schools.
Duration
12-18 months
Online
From £1,300
Level 4 Award in SEND Leadership & Management (Early Years)
Develop leadership skills for SEND provision in early years settings. Covers the SEND Code of Practice and multi-agency working.
Duration
8-12 months
Online
From £1,500
Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Practitioner in Schools
Progress into higher-level school support roles. Covers advanced teaching support, team leadership, and specialist SEND practice.
Duration
12-18 months
Online
From £1,400
Level 3 Award for SEN Coordinators in Early Years
Prepare for the SENCO role in early years. Covers the SEND Code of Practice, assessment and planning, and working with families.
Duration
8-12 weeks
Online
From £1,300
NCFE Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills)
The full teaching qualification for further education. Pathway to QTLS (Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills) status.
Duration
12-18 months
Online
From £1,500
Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
Qualify to assess learner competence in the workplace. Covers observation, questioning, and professional discussion techniques.
Duration
6-10 weeks
Online
From £1,300
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
An introductory qualification for aspiring teaching assistants. Covers child development, safeguarding, and inclusive practice.
Duration
8-12 weeks
Online
From £1,000
Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning
The comprehensive teaching assistant qualification. Covers SEN support, behaviour management, assessment, and professional practice.
Duration
12-18 months
Online
From £1,300
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“She always gives really helpful feedback on my assignments, which has helped me understand my mistakes and improve my work. Her guidance has made a big difference in my learning.”
Kiran F.
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“She explains concepts clearly, is very patient, and adapts her teaching style to suit the student's pace. Her lessons are well-structured, and she makes sure you truly understand the topic before moving on.”
Mohammed F.
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“My mentor has been fantastic. Precise and no ambiguity in her responses. Very direct and the simplicity of her responses makes learning worth my while. She responds faster than expected.”
Adeola O.
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“The tutor support is very good, with clear guidance, helpful feedback, and a supportive approach that makes it easy to stay on track. The online portal is also well organised and user friendly.”
Bhargavi V.
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“As a support worker with passion to excel, I have been able to be more confident because I have learnt a lot from Gecko's programmes. The tutor is patient and very prompt in response.”
Tolulope A.
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“The team is highly reliable and consistently follows up with learners to ensure they feel supported and on track. The online platform is user-friendly, well organised, and quick to access.”
Sipyinyu A.
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“My journey has been truly inspiring from beginning to end. The courses were well-crafted, packed with practical workplace applications, and guided by experienced, knowledgeable tutors.”
Atinuke A.
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Teaching Qualification FAQs
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is an introductory qualification that gives you the basics of teaching. To become a fully qualified teacher in further education, you would progress to the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills), which leads to QTLS status.
The teaching qualifications are primarily designed for the further education and skills sector. To teach in primary or secondary schools, you typically need QTS (Qualified Teacher Status). However, our supporting teaching and learning qualifications are specifically designed for school-based teaching assistant roles.
For the Level 3 AET, no prior teaching experience is required -- it is designed for beginners. For Level 4 and Level 5 teaching qualifications, some teaching or training experience is recommended. Our admissions team can advise on the best starting point for your circumstances.
Yes, our Level 3 assessing qualifications (CAVA and the Award in Assessing Competence) are ideal for workplace trainers, NVQ assessors, and anyone who needs to formally assess learner competence in vocational settings.
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