With the skills gap in the UK becoming even bigger, graduates are a great solution for businesses looking to expand. Entering the workforce after graduating from university can be quite a daunting experience. It’s the first time many will have left the comfort of education. Generation Z are already well educated in what they want […]
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is a very popular choice for those who are wanting to progress their career into teaching. This is often the natural next stage for anyone who has completed the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) as by having both qualifications, you will be able […]
The world of learning has undergone significant changes to say the least during the past year. We are very fortunate here at Brooks and Kirk that our courses have always been blended. What this means, is that the majority of learning is carried out online, with some elements being face-to-face. The Level 3 Award in […]
Here at Brooks and Kirk, we offer two courses within the Education and Training suite. Level 3 Award in Education and Training (formerly PTLLS). Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (formerly CTLLS). This suite replaced the Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (TLLS) qualifications in 2014. We get a lot of questions about the […]
Back in September, Boris Johnson announced that the Government were going to offer a ‘Lifetime Skills Guarantee’. This is a new ‘education system’ to get the people of Britain training and re-training. Whilst a similar offer has previously stood for learners up to the age of 23, as of April, it will be to adults […]
Whilst the education system within the UK is generally quite good, across the country there needs to be a more consistent approach to higher and further education courses. Allowing students to access a course that is right for them; rather than having to choose the best of a ‘bad bunch’. Over two decades ago, the […]
So the time has come where you are considering setting up your own training company; congratulations by the way! With over 20 years of experience, the team at Brooks and Kirk are here to help you achieve your big dream. Here is a brief guide that we have put together to help you decide whether […]
If you are considering a career in teaching, the Level 3 Award in Education and Training is the course that you will probably see cropping up the most whilst carrying out your research. It is a fantastic course and a great introduction into further education teacher training, but would the Level 4 Certificate in Education […]
Self-directed learning is where an individual takes responsibility for their own learning, and doesn’t follow a structured approach as set out in a traditional learning environment. The process of self-directed learning is split into the following: Assessing the needs and readiness for learning Identifying learning goals Engaging in the learning process Self evaluation This self-directed […]
Are you looking to become an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) to help ensure assessment is consistent, fair and accurate for all learners? With salaries reaching around £35,000 there is a lot of competition when applying for an IQA role. Let’s have a look at the qualifications you can take to get you on the right […]