Petals Training – Level 3 Education & Training Award

Become the kind of trainer people actually learn from.

You already have experience. People already come to you for answers, guidance or support.

But when it comes to teaching properly – knowing how to structure learning, assess fairly, and support people without getting it wrong – confidence can wobble.

The Level 3 Education & Training Award (EAT3) gives you the recognised qualification to teach in post-16 education, alongside the practical skills and support to do it well.

The uncomfortable truth about training without a qualification

Many people find themselves delivering training because they're good at their job – not because they were taught how to teach.

You might be standing in front of a room, running sessions for your team, or sharing specialist knowledge, while quietly worrying:

Am I doing this properly?

Am I supporting people fairly?

Without a recognised qualification and the right foundations, training can feel like guesswork. And when you're responsible for other people’s learning, that pressure matters.

When experience isn’t enough anymore

There's usually a moment when experience alone stops feeling sufficient.

When you realise you want the credibility behind you.

When you want to understand how people learn, not just what they need to know.

When you want to feel confident assessing others and supporting different needs.

That's where a teaching qualification becomes less of a “nice to have” and more of a necessity.

Most people don't want to become teachers overnight.

They want to:

Know they're doing things properly
Feel confident and legitimate in front of learners
Support people fairly and inclusively
Have a qualification that backs up their role
Teach without fear of getting it wrong

The EAT3 exists to meet that exact need.

introducing the Level 3 Education & Training Award (EAT 3)

What the Level 3 Education & Training Award actually is:

The Level 3 Education & Training Award (EAT3) is the recognised qualification required to teach in post-16 education and professional training environments.

In plain terms, it teaches you how to teach.

You'll learn how to plan learning, deliver engaging sessions, assess learners correctly, and support people with different needs. It's designed for adults with experience, not for academic specialists or career teachers.

This qualification is widely used by team leaders training their teams, business owners sharing their expertise, professionals in specialist roles, and people moving into training or teaching within post-16 education.

What the course includes

This is a fully accredited HABC Level 3 qualification.

The course is delivered over four days live online via Microsoft Teams and includes:

Live, tutor-led teaching and assessment
A supported electronic workbook
Guidance, examples and resources throughout
Parts of the workbook covered live on the course
Personal tutor support and reasonable adjustments where needed
Learner registration, assessment and Level 3 certification

The investment for the Level 3 Education & Training Award is £599 per learner.

Organisations can book places for team members. Invoices can be issued and group enrolments arranged.

Book your place

team enrolment

Course dates

June 2026 cohort

Thursday 18^th June

Friday 19th June

Thursday 2nd July

Friday 3rd July

All live dates must be attended.

Why this course works when others feel overwhelming

Many people avoid qualifications because they fear they'll be too academic, rigid or unsupportive.

At Petals Training we deliver the EAT3 differently.

The course is inclusive, practical and designed for real people.

You don't need to be academic. There's no age limit.

Learners come from diverse backgrounds including the care sector, NHS, business, wellbeing, construction and specialist industries.

Support is built in from the start, with tutors guiding you through the process and adapting delivery to individual needs.

What you'll learn inside the EAT3 course

This fully accredited HABC Level 3 qualification covers the foundations of effective teaching and training.

You'll learn how to understand your role and responsibilities as a trainer, plan inclusive learning, deliver engaging sessions, assess learners fairly, and complete a micro-teach session that demonstrates your skills in practice.

The focus is on building confidence and competence, not on academic theory for its own sake.

The course sessions are interactive, supportive and paced to meet you where you are.

The electronic workbook is fully supported. Our tutors provide you with guidance, resources and examples, parts of the workbook are covered live during the course, and personal support is available throughout.

Some learners complete the qualification within four weeks. Others take longer. Both are absolutely fine.

Petals Training holds direct claim status with the awarding body, meaning your certificate can be requested as soon as your workbook is complete.

For organisations and teams

Placing someone in your team on the EAT3 is a practical, cost-effective way to build internal training capability.

Rather than relying on external providers, organisations can develop confident in-house trainers who understand your people, standards and culture. The skills gained also support stronger communication, leadership and people management.

We work with organisations across multiple sectors. Invoices can be issued and group enrolments arranged.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be academic?

No. The course is inclusive, practical and fully supported.

Is there an age limit or experience requirement?

No. Learners of all ages and backgrounds can complete this qualification successfully.

What if I need extra support?

Personal support and reasonable adjustments are available throughout.

How quickly can I complete the course?

Completion times vary. Some finish in four weeks, others take longer. You will need to complete all coursework and attend the live sessions in order to qualify for certification.

Ready to teach with confidence and credibility?

If you're ready to stop guessing, gain the qualification behind you, and learn how to teach, assess and support people properly, the EAT3 with Petals Training is your next step.

Join now for just £599 per learner.

If you are enrolling a team, get in touch with us and we can arrange invoicing, group enrolment and discuss group discounts.