VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Develop the skills to plan, deliver and evaluate training with Eclipse in Bexleyheath, London. Complete three theory units remotely and a 15-minute micro-teach at the academy or by video submission. No previous teaching qualifications are required.
A Regulated Teaching Qualification
VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Education and Training, qualification number 601/2758/2. This is a regulated teaching award rather than a CPD teaching certificate. The academy-wide logos below represent Eclipse's wider training provision.
Your Level 3 Teaching Curriculum
A foundation for practitioners ready to begin teaching or add education to their business. Study three theory units, sent one at a time, with marking and feedback before progressing. The learning themes and final assessment are outlined below.
Teaching responsibilities
Understand the roles and responsibilities of a teacher, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment and recognising different learners' needs.
Planning and delivery
Plan effective teaching sessions, select appropriate teaching and learning methods, and develop ways to engage and support learners.
Assessment and reflection
Explore assessment and feedback, and learn to evaluate your own teaching practice. Submit your completed theory work to Eclipse for marking and feedback.
Your 15-minute micro-teach
The final unit includes a short teaching session to demonstrate planning and delivery. Complete it at Eclipse in Bexleyheath, London, or film your session and submit it for assessment. Your theory work and micro-teach must both meet the qualification requirements.
What Your £499 Course Includes
Remote theory
Three theory units sent one at a time. Complete and return each unit to Eclipse for marking and feedback before moving to the next stage.
Micro-teach
A 15-minute teaching assessment in your final unit, completed at the Eclipse academy or filmed and submitted for assessment.
Tutor support
Guidance from the Eclipse team with your qualification work when you need help during your studies.
VTCT award
Receive the VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Education and Training (601/2758/2) after successfully completing all theory and micro-teach requirements.
Tutor Guidance During Your Studies
Ask the Eclipse team for help with your qualification work.
Guidance with your work
Contact the team when you need guidance while completing your teaching qualification.
Marking and feedback
Submit each completed theory unit to Eclipse for marking and feedback before progressing to the next stage.
Eclipse Training and Support Reviews
Summaries of published Google reviews about training and support across Eclipse courses.
Jessica values the continued support available after her Fast Track training.
Jessica Manuel · Google reviewNaomi highlights accessible tutors, safe injecting techniques and refresher opportunities.
Naomi Brown · Google reviewHayley highlights personal teaching and support before, during and after training.
Hayley Marchant · Google reviewLevel 3 Teaching Award FAQs
Know your next step.Need help choosing your teaching qualification? Contact the Eclipse academy.
Who is this qualification for?
The award is designed for people who want to begin delivering training and sharing their professional skills. It suits experienced beauty or aesthetics practitioners ready to teach and those looking to add education to their existing business.
Do I need a previous teaching qualification?
No previous teaching qualifications are required. To teach treatment courses after qualifying, you must already hold appropriate qualifications, experience and competence in those subjects.
How is the theory delivered?
Complete three theory units remotely. They are sent one at a time; submit each completed unit to Eclipse for marking and feedback before progressing. Regular academy attendance is not required for the theory.
What is the micro-teach assessment?
Your final unit includes a 15-minute teaching session to demonstrate your ability to plan and deliver training. Complete it in person at Eclipse in Bexleyheath, London, or film your session and submit the video for assessment.
What qualification will I receive?
After successfully completing your theory work and micro-teach, you receive the VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Education and Training, qualification number 601/2758/2. VTCT Skills is the awarding organisation. This is a regulated teaching qualification, rather than a CPD teaching certificate.
How much does the course cost?
The standalone teaching qualification costs £499. Continue to Eclipse's course page for current enrolment and payment arrangements.
How long does it take?
The course combines three remote theory units and a 15-minute micro-teach. Contact Eclipse to discuss your study timetable and assessment arrangements before booking.
What support is available?
The Eclipse team provides guidance with your qualification work during your studies. Each theory unit is returned for marking and feedback before you progress.
Can I teach any treatment after qualifying?
No. Use your teaching qualification alongside your existing treatment certifications. Develop and deliver CPD courses only in subjects in which you already hold appropriate qualifications, experience and competence.
Are academy resources and eCPD accreditation included in £499?
The £499 fee is for the standalone VTCT teaching award. Eclipse can also support course development, training resources and eCPD course accreditation as a separate next step. The Educate Pathway is a separate package; contact Eclipse to discuss its inclusions and terms.
How do I book?
Use the booking link to continue to Eclipse's existing teaching-course page. Enrolment and payment are completed there. This page does not reserve a place, take payment or transfer an assessment date selection.
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The VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Education and Training costs £499. Study three theory units remotely and complete your 15-minute micro-teach at Eclipse or by video submission. Continue to the existing Eclipse course page to enrol.
Enrolment and payment take place on Eclipse's course page. Contact the academy to discuss study and assessment arrangements.