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The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training will enable you to work in a teaching role and progress on to a broader teaching qualification. This qualification is suitable for trainee teachers, those experienced in a teaching role and those working as assessors who wish to gain a teaching qualification.
The VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training prepares you to teach confidently in adult, further, or vocational education. Whether you're a trainee or currently in a teaching or assessing role, this qualification equips you with essential skills in lesson planning, group management, assessment, and resource use. It also builds a strong foundation in understanding your responsibilities as an educator and delivering employability skills, helping you take the next step in your teaching journey.
UET8 Delivering Education and Training
UET9 Assessing Learners in Education and Training
UV40767 Manage learning and development in groups
UET1 Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
UET7 Planning to meet the needs of learners in education and training
UET13 Delivering employabililty skills
UET10 Using resources for education and training
Assignment, observations and portfolio evidence
There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this qualification. Your centre will have ensured that you have the required knowledge, understanding and skills to enrol and successfully achieve this qualification.
Most Debut Academy learners pay nothing upfront by using an Advanced Learner Loan through Student Finance England. This loan covers 100% of your tuition fees and is paid directly to us.
✔ No upfront payment
✔ No credit checks
✔ Not based on income
You’ll only start repaying when you earn over £25,000 a year, and repayments are based on your income.
Course Cost for Level 4 CETS
- £1417 if using government funding (Advanced Learner Loan)
- £1417 + VAT (£1,700.40 total) if self-funding
Course fees are set by HM Government and published by the Education and Skills Funding Agency on the Learning Aims Reference Service (LARS).
Am I Eligible?
To qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan, you must:
- Be aged 19 or over
- Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
- Be a UK national or have the right to live and work in the UK
How to Apply
- Request a Learning and Funding Information Letter from us
- Use this letter to apply for your loan online
- Payments will begin automatically once you start your course
We’re happy to support you through the process!
Other Ways to Pay
Prefer to self-fund? You can pay by:
- Card or bank transfer
- In full or in instalments
Support lead educators with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learner engagement. Provide personalised support to pupils and help track progress.
Provide one-to-one or group tuition tailored to student needs. Help learners improve academic outcomes through tailored plans and engaging resources.
Deliver structured lessons and practical sessions to post-16 learners. Prepare resources, manage classroom dynamics, and assess student progress.
Design course materials and content to align with learning goals. Structure lessons that are inclusive, accessible, and outcome-driven.
Create and deliver digital courses using e-learning tools. Engage students through remote teaching and digital assessments.
Evaluate student portfolios and performance. Provide feedback, guidance, and grading that aligns with curriculum standards and professional expectations.
