Description
Education and Training
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
Course Price: £340
Our Level 4 CET course helps learners up skill and transition beyond basic teaching principles to more advanced knowledge of core pedagogical and learning frameworks in teaching and training.

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Exclusive trainee placement opportunities for learners without a job placement.

Quarterly Live Course Webinars scheduled as per availability

Optional 1-to-1 live tutor support whenever you need guidance.

Self Led Learning – complete your course in weeks or up to 12 months.
Level 4 CET Qualification Overview
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is an intermediate level teaching qualification Ofqual recognised and accredited by Focus awards. This CET Level 4 programme equips learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach confidently with the right occupational competence in a variety of post-16 learning setups.
Our CTLLS course expects learners to approach teaching theories and and practice with a critical reflection to indicate sound understanding of the various pedagogical theories and frameworks involved in effective teaching and training. The course focuses on reflective practice, instructional inclusiveness, and flexibility of instructional strategies to cater to the needs of learners with varying learning styles and preferences.
Entry Profile for L4 CTLLS Course
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training online is the most appropriate choice for a broad group of future and present educators such as:
- Individuals aspiring to join the education and training sector, specifically colleges of further education institutions, and other adult learning settings such as training in community, voluntary or workplace based organisations.
- Tutors/Trainers already in the training, tutoring or assessing field and would like to formalise and improve their teaching professionally.
- Individuals who have completed the Level 3 Award in Education and Training wanting to polish up their practical training in teaching with an advanced qualification.
Post Qualification Pathways
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) course helps individuals approach associate teaching positions in further education or adult learning centres/institutions. To escalate professional career advancement, learners may also specialise in fields such as vocational assessment or quality assurance through one of our following programmes offered at Excelon Learning:
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
- Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
- Level 2 Award in Equality and Diversity
- Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity  Â
More Details About Level 4 CET
Each unit will be marked against submission of a written assignment.
Practical observation requirement: 3 teaching sessions must be observed, with a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice evidenced.
| Unit 1: Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training | Unit 2: Planning to meet the needs of learners in education and training |
| Unit 3: Delivering education and training | Unit 4: Assessing learners in education and training |
| Unit 5: Using resources for education and training | Unit 6: Teaching in a Specialist Area |
With Ofqual regulation, our affiliated awarding body Focus Awards ensures its qualifications are consistent, credible and at par with regulatory standards.
Qualification Number: Â 601/6341/0
The course is delivered through our VLE via self-paced, structured modules, allowing learners to progress independently and move through each stage at their own pace.
Payment Plans
Payment Plans Includes
- Accredited Qualification - Ofqual recognised
- 12 months access – start whenever you're ready
- Prompt feedback within 3–5 working days
- 24/7 LMS access with expert support guidance
- Clear and Transparent Pricing
One Time Purchase
Make a single payment, and you’re all set to begin your learning journey.
£340
Instalment Plan
Spread the cost of £351.90 with convenient monthly payments over 6 months.
£65.17
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Reviews and Testimonials
Harry Max
Esabelle James
Excelon Learning, as a training provider, exceeded my expectations in every aspect. Obtaining my qualification was a seamless process, and the communication and feedback I received were consistently timely, helpful, friendly, and supportive. Overall, my experience was extremely positive, and I would wholeheartedly recommend them without hesitation.
Trevor
Accessing the course was effortless, and whenever I needed support, reaching out was a straightforward process. The overall journey, from the initial application to the commencement of my course and contacting my tutor, was remarkably smooth.
Harold Gunther
Template of lesson plan and sample assignment provided proved extremely beneficial in navigating through the course. Their inclusion greatly facilitated my understanding and successful completion of the coursework.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our CET level 4 course is a recognised teaching qualification intended to be undertaken by individuals who aim to become associate teachers and trainers in further education, adult learning and workplace training settings.
Since all courses on Excelon Learning are self paced, course completion depends on individual learners’ progress. However, majority learners are able to complete the  Level 4 CET within a 6-8 month duration.
The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training can be offered to aspiring teachers, current practitioners, workplace trainers, assessors, and all individuals who have either obtained the Level 3 Award in Education and Training or have equivalent experience to it.
Yes, learners will be required to evidence no less than 30 hours of instructional/teaching practice and 3 teaching observation sessions.
Not at all. Previous experience is not a prerequisite for the course, but very favourable for easier understanding of teaching concepts.
Yes, our study model offers all courses on Excelon learning online through our user friendly VLE with expert guided learning support. So, you may start and finish the CET level 4 course online.
Successful candidates may work as associate teachers, tutors, assessors, workplace trainers, and learning and development facilitators.
This CTLLS qualification is a globally respected qualification and 100% accredited by Ofqual approved awarding body. However, absolute qualification acceptance would vary by country depending on the individual vocational qualification framework followed across the world. Hence, learners are recommended to check with the relevant national authorities before applying for admissions or positions abroad.
Learners at Excelon Learning will be expected to submit written assignments as assessment requirement for this course. Apart from this, evaluation is also done by a combination of 3 hours of observed teaching practice, and evidence of 30 hours of teaching practice through submission of a teaching log countersigned by an expert mentor.
In case you have any additional queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly and talk to one of our admissions advisor. Alternatively, you may fill in our quick enquiry form and one of our admissions advisor will get back to you within 24 hours.


Accessing the course was effortless, and whenever I needed support, reaching out was a straightforward process. The overall journey, from the initial application to the commencement of my course and contacting my tutor, was remarkably smooth.