Q: What is the HABC Level 3 Train The Trainer course?

A: HABC is the abbreviated name for Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance - an awarding body that offers QCF qualifications that are recognised world wide.  The Train the Trainer course is an introductory course and professional qualification awarded by HABC. The Train the Trainer course gives a professional qualification to trainers wanting to train. The Train the Trainer course can lead to PTLLS.  PTLLS is a compulsory qualification for all new teachers in further and adult education.

PTLLS is a one unit award containing five learning outcomes. The PTLLS award has a credit value of 6 credits on the QCF. It forms the first unit of the CTLLS and DTLLS courses; PTLLS can be offered as an integrated unit or as a stand alone award.

If taken as a stand-alone qualification, PTLLS can receive accreditation of prior learning (APL) within CTLLS,  DTLLS, and the level 5 subject specialist diplomas for literacy, ESOL and numeracy (120 credits).

Q: What are the requirements for teachers and trainers wishing to train in industry?

A: Any person that is a trainer or instructor in non educational industry is required to hold a professional Train the Trainer course certificate. 

Q: Who is affected by the teach the trainer PTLLS legislation?

A: All trainers in non educational industry who deliver non funded training to colleagues and in house staff.  Contexts such as: Banking, Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Management, In House Trainers

Q: What are the entry requirements to register for a Train the Trainer training course?

A: There are no formal entry requirements for the Train the Trainer training course qualification, but candidates must be considering a subject for delivery and be aiming to achieve / or have achieved a qualification and experience for their subject at the appropriate level. Train the Trainer training course candidates will also have to be aged 19 or over, be competent in written and spoken English and be prepared to do up to eight hours Train the Trainer training course self-study whilst on  the Train the Trainer training course course.  Full Train the Trainer training course entry requirements can be found near the top of this page.

Q: Who is the Train the Trainer course aimed at?

A: The Train the Trainer training course is a course designed for anyone who already works or aims to work as: Trainers or Instructors in a non educational environment, such as industry in house trainers.

Q: What will I learn on the train the trainer course?

A: The topics in the Train the Trainer training course content are divided into small bite size chunks which you will study over the 2 days. You will learn how to become a trainer with the Train the Trainer training course.

Q: What are the train the trainer learning outcomes?

A: The learning outcomes are as follow:

 - How to assess learner needs before a course starts

 - Understanding individual learning styles 

 - Planning and designing a course to meet the needs of learners

 - Setting session aims and objectives that make learning relevant and SMART 

 - The importance of establishing ground rules in a training room 

 - Why and how to differentiate sessions to make learning inclusive

 - Understand different resources you can use as a trainer to develop learners

 - How and why we assess for learning to ensure learning has taken place

 - Understanding the professional roles and boundaries of a trainer with learners

 - How you can embed Functional Skills into your sessions for further learning

 - How to deal with conflict and difficult learners using effective communication

 - How to plan effective course schedules (Schemes of Work)

 - How to plan effective session plans

 - What legislation you must consider and use in the training room

 - How and why you use evaluation to improve your practice and sessions

 - Understand the importance of record keeping

 - How to deliver an effective and engaging session to your learners

Q: What is the duration of the train the trainer teacher training course?

A: The Train the Trainer training course will last for 18 hours. This is a combination of 2 x 1 day workshops and 8 hours of self study

Q: How long will it take to complete the entire train the trainer course?

A: You will be able to complete your training course within 18 hours. This is 2 x 1 day workshops, and approximately 8 hours of self study.

Q: Should I already be a train the trainer / PTLLS teacher?

A: It is not a compulsory that you should already be a trainer. It is of benefit however if you already are a teacher, trainer, tutor or instructor.  You can link your previous experience to your assignments and theory.

Q: Can any of my previous knowledge be accredited for the train the trainer course?

A: Unfortunately, your previous knowledge does not get accredited.  However, it will make the Train the Trainer training course a lot easier for you.

Q: Do I need previous train the trainer teaching experience?

A: No previous teaching experience is needed to start the Train the Trainer training course.

Q: Will I have to teach on the train the trainer training course?

A: Part of your training course is called micro-teaching where you have a practical part practicing actual teaching. This lasts for 15 minutes where you will teach a course subject to a small group. You then also have to observe 3 other train the trainer micro teach sessions and give feedback. This is part of your Train the Trainer training course.

Q: What subjects will I have to teach during my train the trainer micro-teaching session?

A: You can do your PTLLS micro-teaching session on any topic that you wish.

Q: Is the micro-teaching compulsory on the train the trainer training course?

A: It is a mandatory part of the Train the Trainer training course that you are required to do.  You will receive guidance from your Train the Trainer training course trainer on the best way to tackle this.

Q: How does the train the trainer assessment take place?

A: This Train the Trainer training course qualification is centre assessed using different types of assessments which includes Train the Trainer training course micro-teaching & assessment of a written assignment.

Q: How am I assessed during the train the trainer training course?

A: The Train the Trainer training course assessment is based on the achievement of specified criteria. Each of the units contains pass criteria for Train the Trainer training course unit assessment in each case. You will be assessed on your written Train the Trainer training course assignment and your Train the Trainer training course micro teach session.  There are no Train the Trainer training course exams to be taken at all.

Q: What is the observation requirement for the train the trainer training course?

A: The minimum 15 minutes micro-teach / teaching practice delivery must be observed by the tutor/observer, who must give feedback and complete an observation report provided in the appendices of the qualification handbook. Observations should last for a minimum of 15 minutes for each session. For micro-teaching observation, feedback must be given by the candidate's peer group. There must be a minimum of three peer evaluations per candidate per micro-teaching session.

Q: What is the Train the Trainer course outcome?

A: After successful completion of your Train the Trainer training course qualification, you will be able to teach in the life long learning sector as required by the new reforms.

Q: How much train the trainer teaching practice is required?

A: Train the Trainer training course students are requisite to undertake a minimum of 15 minutes micro-teaching, with 45 minutes observing other micro teach sessions.  Full guidance is provided in the qualification handbook and by your Train the Trainer training course trainer.

Q: Is a teaching practice portfolio required during the PTLLS Training?

A: Yes, and your Train the Trainer training course trainer will help you assemble this.

Q: Is a reflective learning journal required for the train the trainer course?

A: No, a reflective journal is not required for the Train the Trainer training course.

Q: What does the train the trainer course cost?

A: The course costs from £295 and can be booked and paid for through our website.

Q: What is included in the train the trainer course?

A: Included in the course is registration with the awarding body HABC, tuition fee, assessment and Train the Trainer training course certification.

Q: What are the train the trainer progression routes?

A: Candidates may carry forward the APL achieved through the Train the Trainer training course into PTLLS, CTLLS or DTLLS.

Q: What is the next step after the train the trainer qualification?

A: Progression courses from the Train the Trainer training course are the:

Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS). This qualification is appropriate for those in an Associate Teacher Role or who are involved in work based learning training, assessment and support.

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS). This is appropriate for those in a Full Teacher Role. All teachers in the full role must complete this requirement within 5 years (2 years if in a full time post).

Q: Where can I get more information about the train the trainer training course?

If you need more information on the course, please feel free to phone or email Concept Academies Ltd.