This is a handbook for anyone considering a career in teaching adults. It offers an essential introduction to what it is like to teach in the sector. It considers the diversity of contexts, settings and students, covering all you need to know. It reviews the role of the teacher and offers advice on choosing what to teach and how to become qualified.
Whether you are a skilled tradesperson, have specialist knowledge in a particular subject or are simply enthusiastic about working with adults in an education role, this is your essential guide.
*An easy-to-read and accessible guide
*Considers a diverse range of contexts, settings and students
*Written for anyone considering, approaching or beginning teaching adults
Please note: The qualifications and standards mentioned in the book have since been updated.
Introduction
Introduction
The Purpose of the Book
The Historical Perspective
The Qualifications and Credit Framework
The Lifelong Learning Sector
The Lifelong Learning Sector
The Role of External Bodies
Becoming a Teacher in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Choosing a Subject or Qualification to Teach
Getting Qualified
Obtaining a Teaching Position
Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Roles and Responsibilities
Teaching, Learning and Assessing
Challenges and Barriers
Gaining your Licence to Practice
The Institute for Learning
The Minimum Core
Associated and Qualified Teacher Status
Maintaining your Licence to Practice
Continuing Professional Development
Reflection and Evaluation
What next?
Appendices
Lifelong Learning Sector Abbreviations and Acronyms
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Index
