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Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

These qualifications have been developed by Lifelong Learning UK (LLUK) in consultation with awarding bodies and providers as part of the teaching qualifications framework (TQF) for the FE sector, which includes the voluntary and community sectors and FE colleges.

From September 2007, all new teachers are required to gain a Licence to Practice at the start of their career. The NOCN Level 3 or Level 4 Awards in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF) are introductory programmes suitable for all new teachers in the sector and provide the minimum statutory standard for all thoseentering the teaching profession. Learners achieving one of the qualifications will gain a threshold Licence to Practice, which then needs to be converted into either the Certificate or Diploma to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector within five years.

The NOCN Level 3 and Level 4 awards in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF) are designed as a first step for new teachers entering the post-16 teaching/training profession and are available for all teachers, in a full or associate role.

The qualification is offered at Levels 3 and 4 and is also a direct progression route into the Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS).

The NOCN Level 3 and 4 Certificates in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF) are initial teaching qualifications aimed at those intending to fulfil an associate teacher role.

The qualification is offered at Levels 3 and 4 and is also a direct progression route into the Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector.

Minimum Age	Level 3	Level 4
	18	18

For full details download one of our qualification guides:

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Qualification Title	National Accreditation Number	Qualification Guide	Unit List
QCF Qualifications
LEVEL 3 & 4
NOCN Level 3 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)   Accreditation Start Date: 01/12/2009 Accreditation End Date: 31/12/2010 Certification End Date: 31/12/2013	500/7874/4		Unit List
NOCN Level 4 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)   Accreditation Start Date: 01/12/2009 Accreditation End Date: 31/12/2010 Certification End Date: 31/12/2013	500/7885/9		Unit List
LEVEL 3 & 4
NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)   Accreditation Start Date: 01/12/2009 Accreditation End Date: 31/12/2010 Certification End Date: 31/12/2013	500/7876/8	In Development	Unit List
NOCN Level 4 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)   Accreditation Start Date: 01/12/2009 Accreditation End Date: 31/12/2012 Certification End Date: 31/12/2015	500/7877/X		Unit List
NQ1 Form - PTLLS&CTLLS

The lead OCN for this qualification is OCN Yorkshire and Humber Region

Prices for this qualification are available in our current fees and prices list

Information for Learning Providers Our leaflet provides an overview of the aims and benefits of these qualifications as well as assessment information. If you would like to become a recognised centres or to discuss these qualifications further, please contact your Open College Network (OCN). Information for Learners Contact your Open College Network (OCN) for more information	Leaflet in Development