NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training equips aspiring educators with essential teaching skills, assessment techniques, and classroom confidence to deliver engaging lessons and support effective learning professional outcomes.
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Overview
The NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals currently working in a teaching or training role, or those looking to enter the sector with a more advanced foundation than the introductory Level 3 Award.
This qualification balances pedagogical theory with practical application, providing you with the tools to plan, deliver, and evaluate effective learning sessions in the further education and skills sector.
What is the NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training?
The Level 4 Certificate (formerly known as CTLLS) is a regulated qualification that sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). It is intended for those who have a significant role in teaching and training and wish to develop their professional practice. Unlike introductory courses, the Level 4 Certificate requires a commitment to practical teaching hours, ensuring that the skills you learn are immediately applicable to real-world classrooms or corporate training environments.
The course was audited and updated on: 18th May, 2026
Learning Outcomes
- Understand professional roles and responsibilities in education and training
- Plan inclusive learning sessions to meet learner needs
- Deliver effective teaching and training activities
- Use learning resources to support learner engagement
- Apply assessment methods and provide constructive feedback
Guided Learning Hours (GLH) & Total Qualification Time (TQT)
The NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training consists of:
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 360 Hours
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 140 Hours
- Credit Value: 36 Credits
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 80 Hours
These are the hours spent under tutor guidance or structured learning support. This may include online tutorials, assignment guidance, feedback sessions, and directed learning activities.
Independent Study: 220 Hours
These are the estimated hours learners spend completing independent reading, research, coursework preparation, and assignment activities outside guided sessions.
Note: Actual completion times may vary depending on prior experience, study pace, and individual learning style.
Accreditation & Certification
This qualification is awarded by NCFE, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body responsible for setting standards, maintaining quality assurance, and issuing the official certificate upon successful completion.
One Education delivers the course through flexible online learning, providing structured study materials, tutor support, assessment guidance, and teaching practice support throughout your journey.
Qualification Structure and Credits
The NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training consists of 5 mandatory units and 1 optional unit, totalling 36 credits (21 from mandatory units and 15 from the optional unit). At least 21 credits must be at Level 4 or above.
Mandatory Units:
- Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training
- Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners in Education and Training
- Delivering Education and Training
- Using Resources for Education and Training
- Assessing Learners in Education and Training
Optional Unit: Inclusive Practice
Method Of Assessment
Each learner must create a portfolio of evidence generated from appropriate assessment tasks, which demonstrates achievement of all the learning outcomes associated with each unit. Upon completing each unit, learners must declare that the work produced is their own, and the Assessor will countersign this.
The learner will complete internally assessed work in accordance with the qualification specification.
Teaching Practice Requirements
To ensure your qualification meets strict awarding body standards, you must complete a practical teaching component alongside your theoretical studies. Here is a summary of the NCFE Level 4 CET teaching practice and observation requirements:
Practical Teaching Hours
- 30-Hour Requirement: You must complete a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice and 3 observed sessions (totalling at least 3 hours, with each session lasting minimum 30 minutes). A qualified supervisor or colleague can carry out the observations and provide witness testimony.
- Diversity of Practice: To get the most out of your training, your hours should ideally cover various levels, different teaching settings, and a mix of both group and individual instruction.
Observed and Assessed Sessions
- Minimum Observations: You are required to be observed for at least 3 hours in total.
- Session Structure: This must be split across a minimum of 3 separate sessions, each lasting at least 30 minutes.
- Placement: All observations must take place in a genuine work environment (either through current employment or a voluntary placement). Simulations are not permitted for this qualification.
Observer Qualifications & Approval
Finding a qualified observer is essential for your portfolio to be valid. Your chosen observer must:
- Hold a Level 5 teaching qualification (or higher).
- Have relevant, verifiable teaching experience.
- Be independent (not employed by the same organisation as you).
- Be pre-approved: Before any observations take place, you must submit your observer’s details to One Education for formal approval.
Compliance Note
These requirements are mandatory to satisfy NCFE and Ofqual standards. Spacing your observations throughout the course is recommended to demonstrate your professional growth and response to feedback.
Entry Requirements
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above. There are no formal academic entry requirements; however, learners should have a reasonable level of literacy and communication skills to complete written assignments successfully.
Learners whose first language is not English should ideally have English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or above.
Career Path & Progression
Completing the NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training can lead to:
- Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
- Teaching roles in colleges, training centres, and adult education
- Corporate training and workplace learning roles
- Progression into curriculum development or instructional design
Frequently Asked Questions
This qualification is intended for individuals who are working or planning to work as teachers, tutors, or trainers in the post-16 education sector, including Further Education colleges, adult learning providers, and workplace training environments. It is also suitable for instructors delivering training to small groups.
Learners are typically required to be 19 years old and should have good literacy skills. Most learners will either already be in a teaching role or have access to a suitable placement where they can complete practical teaching requirements.
Yes. This is a work-based qualification, so learners must complete a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice in an appropriate educational or training setting.
To achieve the qualification, learners must complete a total of 36 credits. This includes 21 credits from mandatory units and at least 15 credits from optional units, depending on the chosen learning pathway.
Assessment is carried out internally by the training provider and externally quality-assured by NCFE. Learners are assessed through a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates both theoretical understanding and practical teaching skills.
The qualification is generally designed to be completed within one academic year, although actual duration may vary depending on the learner’s study pace and teaching placement availability.
Learners can progress to higher-level qualifications such as the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, or move into roles including further education lecturer, trainer, or workplace learning facilitator.
The Level 4 Certificate provides a deeper and more practical focus on teaching, learning, and assessment compared to Level 3 qualifications, with a stronger emphasis on real teaching practice and professional development.
Course Curriculum
| Induction Form | |||
| Induction Form | 00:05:00 | ||
| Registration Entry Form | |||
| Registration Entry Form | 00:05:00 | ||
| SafeRead Passcode: Unlock Your Study Materials | |||
| SafeRead Passcode: Unlock Your Study Materials | 00:00:00 | ||
| Unit 01: Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training | |||
| Introduction to the Unit | |||
| 0 – Certificate Units – Information for Delivery | 00:00:00 | ||
| 0 – Resource Information and Terms and Conditions of Use | 00:00:00 | ||
| At018c – Pre Course Assessment Certificate | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT050C – Sample action Plan for the Certificate in Education and Training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Pgu1c – Guidance for Evidencing Achievement – Understanding Roles , Responsibilities and Relationships | 00:00:00 | ||
| Self-Assessment Grid | |||
| Sau1c – Self Assessment Grid – Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships | 00:00:00 | ||
| Information Leaflet | |||
| G9001c – Information Leaflet – an Introduction to the Certificate in Education and Training | 00:00:00 | ||
| G9002C – Information leaflet – Teaching Roles, Responsibilites, Relationships and Boundaries | 00:00:00 | ||
| G9003C – Information leaflet – Legislation, Regulatory Requirements, Codes of Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| G9007c – Information Leaflet – Promoting Equality and Valuing Diversity | 00:00:00 | ||
| G9008C – Information leaflet – Promoting Appropriate Behaviour and Respect | 00:00:00 | ||
| I0001A – PP – Learner Needs and Points of Referral | 00:00:00 | ||
| I9001C – Information leaflet – Learner Needs and Points of Referral | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9063a – Information Leaflet – Beginners Guide to Referencing | 00:00:00 | ||
| Presentations | |||
| G0001c – Pp – an Introduction to the Certificate in Education and Training | 00:00:00 | ||
| G0002A – PP – Teaching Roles, Responsibilities, Relationships and Boundaries | 00:00:00 | ||
| G0003a – Pp – Legislation, Regulatory Requirements and Codes of Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| G0007A – PP – Promoting Equality and Valuing Diversity | 00:00:00 | ||
| G0008A – PP – Promoting Appropriate Behaviour and Respect | 00:00:00 | ||
| Handouts | |||
| H9001 – Handout – Identifying Inequality | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9002 – Handout – Learner Differences | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9003 – Handout – Ways to Promote and Advance Equality | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9004 – Glossary of Educational Terms | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9005 – Educational Abbreviations and Acronyms | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9007 – Demonstrating Good Practice to Promote Inclusion | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9008 – Handout – Safeguarding Prevent British Values | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9010 – Handout – Table of Examples of Teaching Roles and Responsibilities | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9011a – Handout – Boundaries of Teaching | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9014c – Verbs Used in the Certificate in Education and Training Units | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9015 – Handout – the Teaching and Learning Cycle | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9020a – Handout – Table of Examples of Potential Needs and Points of Referral | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9051 – Handout – Tips for New Teachers and Trainers | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC004 – Checklist for Equality and Diversity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hc012 – Checklist for Teaching | 00:00:00 | ||
| I9011- Handout – Equality and Diversity – Glossary of Terms | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Unit 1 – Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Unit 02: Delivering Education and Training | |||
| Introduction to the Unit | |||
| 0 – Certificate Units – Information for Delivery | 00:00:00 | ||
| 0 – Resource Information and Terms and Conditions of Use | 00:00:00 | ||
| Pgu2c – Guidance for Evidencing Achievement – Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners | 00:00:00 | ||
| Self-Assessment Grid | |||
| Sau2c – Self Assessment Grid – Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners | 00:00:00 | ||
| Information Leaflet | |||
| C9007 – Information leaflet – Initial and Diagnostic Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9008 – Information leaflet – Devising a Scheme of Work | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9009 – Information leaflet – Designing a Session Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9010 – Information leaflet – The Minimum Core Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9011 – Information leaflet – Reviewing own Practice Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Presentations | |||
| C0007 – Pp – Initial and Diagnostic Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0008 – PP – Devising a Scheme of Work | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0009 – PP – Designing a Session Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0010 – PP – The Minimum Core Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0011 – PP – Reviewing own Practice Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9054 – Group Profile Completed Example | 00:00:00 | ||
| Templates | |||
| AT005 – Template – Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT007 – Template – Session Plan Pro-forma | 00:00:00 | ||
| At013 – Template – Scheme of Work Rationale | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT014 – Template – Scheme of Work | 00:00:00 | ||
| At022 – Template – Initial and Diagnostic Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| At023 – Template – Individual Learning Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT024 – Template – Group Profile | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT025 – Template – Workshop Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| Handouts | |||
| A9051a – Handout – Table of Assessment Methods, Approaches and Activities | 00:00:00 | ||
| A9058 – Handout – Table of Strengths and Limitations of Teaching and Learning Approaches | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9012 – Handout – Table of Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| I9015A – Handout – Example Completed Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9060 – Handout – Example Completed Scheme of Work | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9061 – Handout – Completed Example Scheme of Work Rationale | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9062 – Handout – Example Completed Session Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9064 – Handout – Five Minute Session Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9065 – Handout – Example Three Stage Session Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| U9053a – Handout – Table of Objectives at Different Levels | 00:00:00 | ||
| Checklist | |||
| ATMC01 – Checklist – Minimum Core Personal Skills | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC012 – Checklist for Teaching | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC014 – Checklist for Reviewing Own Practice – Planning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Unit 2 – Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Unit 03: Using Resources for Education and Training | |||
| Introduction to the Unit | |||
| 0 – Certificate Units – Information for Delivery | 00:00:00 | ||
| 0 – Resource Information and Terms and Conditions of Use | 00:00:00 | ||
| PGU3C – Guidance for evidencing achievement – Delivering education and training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Self-Assessment Grid | |||
| SAU3C – Self assessment grid – Delivering education and training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Information Leaflet | |||
| C9006 – Information Leaflet – Reviewing Own Practice Delivering | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9012 – Information Leaflet – Observations and Teaching Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9016 – Information Leaflet – Communication With Learners and Others | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9022 – Information Leaflet – The Minimum Core Delivering | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9023 – Information Leaflet – Teaching and Learning Approaches | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9024 – Information Leaflet – An Inclusive Teaching and Learning Environment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9025 – Information Leaflet – Teaching and Learning Theories | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9026 – Information Leaflet – Using Technologies in Teaching and Learning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Presentations | |||
| C0006 – Pp – Reviewing Own Practice Delivering | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0012 – Pp – Observations and Teaching Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0016 – Pp – Communication With Learners and Others | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0022 – Pp – the Minimum Core Delivering Education and Training | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0023 – Pp – Teaching and Learning Approaches | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0024 – Pp – An Inclusive Teaching and Learning Environment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0025- Pp – Teaching and Learning Theories | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0026 – Pp – Using Technologies in Teaching and Learning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Templates | |||
| AT003 – Template – Personal Development Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| At005 – Template – Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| At009 – Template – Self Evaluation of a Delivered Session Pro-forma | 00:00:00 | ||
| At021 – Template – Teaching Practice Log | 00:00:00 | ||
| At026 – Template – Tutorial Review | 00:00:00 | ||
| Handouts | |||
| A9058 – Handout – Table of Strengths and Limitations of Teaching and Learning Approaches | 00:00:00 | ||
| A9060 – Handout – Example Completed Personal Development Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9006 – The Environment – Examples of Physical, Social and Learning Aspects | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9012 – Handout – Table of Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9016 – Handout – Teaching Practice Log Information | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9019 – Handout – List of Technologies | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9021 – Handout – Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Technology | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9022 – Handout – Online safety | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9025 – Examples of Verbal and Non Verbal Communication | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9026 – Handout Examples of Cpd Activities | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9027 – Handout Working With an Lsa | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9031 – Handout Starter and Closing Activities | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9032 – Handout Reviewing Learner Progress | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9033 – Handout Individual and Group Tutorials | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9034 – Handout Facilitating Group Learning | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9035 – Handout Facilitating Individual Learning | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9036 – Handout Extension Activities | 00:00:00 | ||
| I9015a – Handout – Example Completed Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| M9057 – Handout – Example Completed Self Evaluation Form | 00:00:00 | ||
| Checklist | |||
| Atmc01 – Checklist – Minimum Core Personal Skills | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hc003 – Checklist for Verbal, Listening, Non Verbal and Written Communication | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC004 – Checklist for Equality and Diversity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hc005 – Checklist for Demonstrating a Task | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC012 – Checklist for teaching | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC013 – Observation checklist – Certificate units | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hc015 – Checklist for Reviewing Own Practice – Delivery | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Unit 3 – Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Unit 04: Assessing Learners in Education and Training | |||
| Introduction to the Unit | |||
| 0 – Certificate units – Information for Delivery | 00:00:00 | ||
| 0 – Resource Information and Terms and Conditions of Use | 00:00:00 | ||
| PGU4C – Guidance for evidencing achievement – Assessing learners in education and training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Self-Assessment Grid | |||
| Sau4c – Self Assessment Grid – Assessing Learners in Education and Training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Information Leaflet | |||
| C9012 – Information leaflet – Observations and teaching practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9017 – Information leaflet – The minimum core Assessing | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9018 – Information leaflet – Reviewing own Practice Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9019 – Information leaflet – Types of Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9020 – Information leaflet – Assessment Methods | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9021 – Information leaflet – Making decisions giving feedback and keeping records | 00:00:00 | ||
| Presentations | |||
| C0012 – Pp – Observations and Teaching Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0017 – PP – The Minimum Core Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0018 – Pp – Reviewing Own Practice Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0019 – PP – Types of Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0020 – PP – Assessment Methods | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0021 – Pp – Making Assessment Decisions, Giving Feedback and Keeping Records | 00:00:00 | ||
| Templates | |||
| AT001 – Templates – Assessment Records | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT005 – Template – Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT021 – Template – Teaching Practice Log | 00:00:00 | ||
| Handouts | |||
| A9050 – Handout – Table of Assessment Types | 00:00:00 | ||
| A9051a – Handout – Table of Assessment Methods, Approaches and Activities | 00:00:00 | ||
| A9053 – Handout – Table of Assessment Requirements | 00:00:00 | ||
| A9057 – Handout – Assessor Roles and Responsibilities | 00:00:00 | ||
| A9059 – Handout – Completed Example of Assessment Records | 00:00:00 | ||
| G9052 – Handout – Table of Advantages and limitations of peer and self assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9016 – Handout – Teaching Practice Log Information | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9050 – Handout – Table of Example Teaching Records | 00:00:00 | ||
| I9015A – Handout – Example Completed Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| Checklist | |||
| ATMC01 – Checklist – Minimum Core Personal Skills | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC012 – Checklist for Teaching | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC013 – Observation Checklist – Certificate Units | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hc016 – Checklist for Reviewing Own Practice – Assessment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Unit 4 – Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Unit 05: Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners in Education and Training | |||
| Introduction to the Unit | |||
| 0 – Certificate units – information for delivery | 00:00:00 | ||
| 0 – Resource information and terms and conditions of use | 00:00:00 | ||
| PGU5C – Guidance for evidencing achievement – Using resources for education and training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Self-Assessment Grid | |||
| SAU5C – Self assessment grid – Using resources for education and training | 00:00:00 | ||
| Information Leaflet | |||
| C9012 – Information leaflet – Observations and teaching practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9013 – Information leaflet – Using Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9014 – Information leaflet – The minimum core Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| C9015 – Information leaflet – Reviewing own Practice Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| Presentations | |||
| C0012 – PP – Observations and teaching practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0013 – PP – Using Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0014 – PP – The Minimum Core Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| C0015 – PP – Reviewing own Practice Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| Templates | |||
| AT005 – Template – Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| AT021 – Template – Teaching practice log | 00:00:00 | ||
| Handouts | |||
| H9012 – Handout – Table of resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9016 – Handout – Teaching practice log information | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9018 – Handout – Hints and tips for creating and using handouts and visual presentations | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9023 – Handout – Resource box | 00:00:00 | ||
| H9024 – Handout – Assistive resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| I9015A – Handout – Example Completed Reflective Learning Journal | 00:00:00 | ||
| Checklist | |||
| ATMC01 – Checklist – Minimum Core personal skills | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC012 – Checklist for teaching | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC013 – Observation checklist – Certificate units | 00:00:00 | ||
| HC017 – Checklist for reviewing own practice – Resources | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Unit 5 – Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Optional Unit - Unit 34 Inclusive Practice | |||
| Policy and Regulatory Frameworks on Inclusive Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| Maintaining Inclusive Learning Environment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Inclusive Practice Roles and Responsibilities | 00:00:00 | ||
| Factors Influencing Learning | 00:00:00 | ||
| Evaluating Own Inclusive Practice | 00:00:00 | ||
| Optional Unit – Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment Submission Guideline | |||
| Assignment Submission Guideline | 00:00:00 | ||
| Explanation of Terms | |||
| Explanation of Terms | 00:00:00 | ||
| Submit Your Assignments - NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training | |||
| Submit Your Assignments – NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training | 00:00:00 | ||
| End of Course Questionnaire | |||
| End of Course Questionnaire | 00:00:00 | ||