Learning and Development Level 3

Description

The Learning and Development NVQ Level 3 is aimed at those who support the learning and development of others.

Qualification overview

This qualification will aid practitioners delivering training programmes within the context of FE and HE institutions and training providers. It has particular relevance to organisations and tutors who deliver government funded programmes.The qualification is structured to allow the candidate to work at their own pace, with their own assessor during working hours.

Timescale

3 to 18 months, dependent on the individual candidates competencies.

Content

Core units

* Evaluate and develop own practice
* Identify individual learning aims and programmes
* Agree learning programmes with learners
* Develop training sessions
* Create a climate that promotes learning
* Monitor and review progress with learners
* Respond to changes in learning and development

Optional units

* Enable learning through presentations
* Enable individual learning through coaching
* Support learners by mentoring in the work place
* Assess candidates' performance through observation
* Enable group learning
* Support competence achieved in the work place.

Assessment

To achieve the qualification candidates must successfully complete seven core units and four optional units chosen from two option groups.
Assessment is through direct observation within a learning and development
setting combined with inspection of supplementary evidence such as assignments, professional discussion, witness testimonies and work products.

Awarding body

The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel.