A complete and updated all-in-one guide to the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, suitable for use with any awarding organisation.



This fourth edition of the bestselling text for all those working towards the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training has been fully updated and tailored to meet the refreshed ETF Standards. It therefore provides an increased focus on subject pedagogy and covers information relating to a range of new and contemporary issues. It incorporates key information on reflective practice and study skills, and provides full coverage of all the mandatory units. Accessible language is combined with a critical approach that clearly relates practical examples to the required underpinning theory. 



Specifically, this fourth edition:





takes into account the new Minimum Core
incorporates Digital Skills and the ETF EdTech Strategy
includes a new end of chapter feature to develop evidence-informed practice




recognises the need to provide better support and guidance to learners around gender, sexuality, racism, mental health and well-being
supports the revolution in online practices and implications for hybrid working and learning
reflects the escalating importance of the sustainability agenda
is suitable for use with all awarding organisations and HEIs
provides the depth and criticality to meet level 4 requirements.


User friendly, easy to read and covered a good range of material with good examples and case studies.

Kerry Adam South Staffordshire College



The study skills section is very good - it picks up on the main issues facing trainees in Education and Training contexts and ensures that the advice and guidance are directly relevant to these learners. Also good are the sections on teaching observations and progression.

Paul G Daniels Dearne College



I will be recommending it for its simplicity as a core text for our new ITT introductory programme. Christian Beighton Canterbury Christchurch