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If you want to become a part of the Private Security Industry of United Kingdom, then it is mandatory to get SIA license for door-supervision, security guarding or CCTV camera monitoring. The main objective of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) is to ensure that competent and properly verified individuals as well as organisations deliver the regulated private security services. SIA does not just strive to improve the standard of security services in order to reduce the criminality. It also makes sure that the trained security-officers are capable of delivering the service in accordance to the requirements of the customers. Therefore, SIA regulates the private security industry and give license to the individuals who are responsible for designating various activities within the private security industry and it is illegal to work in this industry without having a SIA license. However, you need to complete various training programs in order to become licensed by SIA for a particular ... Continue reading →

In United Kingdom, the Award in Education and Training program has been designed to deliver the knowledge as well as the confidence to the aspiring teachers or trainers who want to teach the adults in the specialty subject area. The main purpose of AET-course is to help a teacher/trainer with the demonstration of competence across various roles and tasks pertaining to the planning, delivery, management as well as evaluation of learning. In post-compulsory education sector, a variety of tasks is expected from the professional educators or trainers. The Award in Education and Training program has been designed to equip participants with the knowledge or skills that can be utilized to efficiently execute the tasks of an educator or trainer. Hence, the trained educators are capable of showing competence in various tasks related to teaching after having a Level-3 qualification in post-compulsory education. The Award in Education and Training program trains a participant through the ... Continue reading →

The Level-3 AET program is suitable for the individuals who want to teach in the Further Education sector or want to work as Learning and Development Professionals (corporate trainers). Teaching the students above 16 years of age is different than teaching the adults. It requires excellent communication skill and innovative teaching skills in order to keep the students focused on a subject and to make sure that the students do not lose interest in learning. The AET program has been designed to help the aspiring educators to develop these skills. The Level-3 qualification functions as the ‘Stepping Stone’ for the aspiring candidates, as it delivers the basic training with regards to delivering knowledge in post-16 education sector. The ‘Post Compulsory Education and Training Sector’ of United Kingdom encompasses the following sectors of education or coaching centres. 1) sixth form or the last two years (Year-12 and Year-13) of secondary education that is also ... Continue reading →

Uber is a multinational ridesharing company that offers different types of transportation services. A customer may book an Uber-taxi for personal ride or may even share the ride with others. 1) This ridesharing company makes it possible for an individual to book a taxi with one tap of the finger using an Uber-app. Hence, it has become easier for anyone to get a ride at any hour of the day. 2) A cab is supposed to arrive at the doorstep within 15-20 minutes of booking a ride. Hence, you need not wait in order to get a taxi and need not stand beside the road to hail a cab. 3) It is also possible to pay a driver using various online payment systems. These utilitarian features have made this ridesharing company popular in USA, UK and 78 other countries around the world. There are also several benefits of working with this ridesharing company. This company does not directly recruit drivers to ride an Uber-taxi. The owner of a vehicle needs to sign a contract with this company in order to ... Continue reading →

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is the licensing authority in UK for the private security industry. The main aim of SIA is to standardise and increase the skills as well as the professionalism of those employed in the Security industry. Therefore, it is essential to have a valid SIA licence if you want to become a Security Guard or Door Supervisor. However, it is essential to complete a training program from a SIA accredited training academy in order to be considered fit for the duty of supervising the doors at pubs, bars, shops or office buildings. Hence, the security courses of SIA give you the opportunity to keep the public safe in various locations. A security guard with Door-Supervisor license can work at a premise where alcohol is sold or consumed. However, an individual who has the Security-Guard license cannot work at these premises. Therefore, a door-supervision license comes with a variety of opportunities in comparison to the Security-Guard license. A door-supervisor ... Continue reading →

The PCO licensed is issued by the public carriage office of London which is a part of TFL (Transport for London). You need not have any special qualification or skills in order to avail a PCO license. However, you have to be at least 21 years old in order to have this license. It is also essential to have a valid UK driving licence for at least 3 years without having any records of traffic violation and to have a valid and unsullied Criminal Record Check (DBS) check. The applicants for the license also need to successfully complete the following tests. It is equally essential to complete the following tests in order to become a licensed driver of minicab or chauffer. These tests may result in an additional expenditure. For example, a complete DBS Check may cost you around £60. However, it is essential to perform this test in order to prove that you are someone who can be trusted with the safety of the passengers. Medical Test It is essential for an applicant to be declared ... Continue reading →

The Level-3 Award in Education and Training (AET) has replaced the training program that was formerly known as PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector). However, the objective of both of these courses remains the same. These courses have been designed to provide an introduction to teaching for individuals who are planning to work or are working at FE colleges, as independent training providers or under the local authorities. Hence, the aforementioned training programs can be ideal for the individuals who aspire to become trainers (for institutes or business organizations), teachers as well as assessors. There may not be any special requirements with regards to the academic qualification in order to participate in PTLLS/AET training program. However, each participant must have extensive knowledge or basic experience in the subject that they plan to teach after the training. The participants of this training program can perform the following tasks after completing the ... Continue reading →

 With the PCO license, you become eligible to work with any private hire licensed operator. The hire regulations have requirement of English language as per new rules. Licensed operators across London offer different services to the consumers so once you get the PCO license it is possible to work for private hiring operators with license to work in London. For this, you have to meet certain criteria. 1) At time of application, the minimum age of the applicant should be 21 years but upper age limit is not present provided you meet licensing requirements. 2) Full DVLA, or Northern Ireland, EEA state, driving license minimum 3 years old is necessary. 3) It is necessary to have rights to living and working in UK. 4) Good character is must and you have to establish it with criminal records enhanced check. 5) Medical fitness is necessary so you have to meet Group 2 DVLA standards. This mostly means undergoing medical exams with someone with access to complete medical history of the ... Continue reading →

AET qualification gives you good values even if you do not wish to join the field of education or teach. It opens up the doors of other jobs as well and mentioning this in your application is always an additional benefit. Here are some of the professions to consider that does not involve teaching. Career guidance and advice Many people in Information, Advice, & Guidance (IAG) have completed the AET course successfully to further their career goals. To be welfare or careers advisor you need additional qualifications but for various positions at the entry level, this training comes in handy. With the AET qualification, you know about the best way to structure sessions, move and set someone towards objectives, check understanding, ask great questions, motivate and inspire people. The AET course gives you insight regarding crucial parts of psychology so that you can understand and overcome the barriers that people feel. The training gets you in a good position for continuing with the ... Continue reading →

Those interested in taking up a career that involves training or teaching in United Kingdom have to qualify for Level 3 award in AET. This award demonstrates that the candidate passed and completed necessary introductory teaching and training. This is for people interested in teaching in the post-16 education field. If you are in the field already you can go ahead with the course as well as this gives you the formal qualification for your skills. The aim of the course is to assist the students, help them learn the secrets of becoming effective trainer or teacher in the classroom. The most important thing is to consider the experience of the learner when preparing the material and delivering lessons. Here you learn about your responsibilities as teacher, session planning, delivery, and learning methods. This award has indefinite validity and the awarding body issues this when you complete all your assessments successfully. The earlier name of Award in Education and Training (AET) is ... Continue reading →

The SIA (Security Industry Authority) was formed under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. SIA is an independent organization. The primary focus of this organization is to reduce criminality and to raise the standards of security in UK. SIA is also authorized to regulate the private security industry in UK and is also responsible for the recognition and delivery of quality service. Therefore, the individuals who want to join the private security sector have to avail the license from SIA. This license enables you to apply for the following positions. A) You may become a Close Protection Operative after completing a Close Protection training. B) The Door Supervisor Training Course enables you to work in the private security industry. You may even work in the conflict management industry or in physical interventions if you obtain the SIA license after completing the Door Supervisor Training. C) The public space surveillance training program (CCTV) gives you the opportunity to work in ... Continue reading →

The QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework) assessors are the professionals who are supposed to assess the vocational qualifications of the professionals belonging to various industries. The qualified assessors also evaluate the capability of the candidates at their place of work and help the trainees meet the standards. These professionals are equally capable of interviewing the candidates and examining their portfolios. They can also offer valuable advice and feedback. Hence, the qualified assessors can perform different types of tasks. However, it is essential to complete a certified training program if you want to become one of the qualified assessors. 1.  TAQA Vocational Level Training Program The award in Assessing Vocational Related Achievement course is suitable if you want to work in the field of assessment and internal quality assurance. The LLUK (Lifelong Learning UK) developed this program in order to replace the A&V (Assessor and Verifier) units. After ... Continue reading →

The PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) qualification is the basic learning program for the individuals who are interested in the career of educating others. However, this training program is equally suitable for the individuals who are interested in other fields of professionals. For example, this training program enables the private tutors to approach their students with better understanding and to teach them more effectively. The Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector training program is also beneficial for the mentors, trainers, counsellors and guides. Many parents have also participated in this program in order to learn how to correctly teach their children instead of appointing the private tutors. Hence, this initial teacher training qualification can be beneficial for many individuals. It is not essential for a participant to have a background of teaching. The professionals from other fields are also allowed to participate in this training ... Continue reading →

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 3 qualification is necessary for candidates new to training and teaching fields. This teacher-training program is QCF qualification and has credit value of 12 Credits. Getting the qualification does not take much time as the courses are for short duration only. This means that you can join the world of teaching without spending much time away from your present job. The courses are in-depth covering all the relevant topics so that you are clear about the basic concepts and everything required in the job scenario. This is an introductory qualification to teach where the learners get an opportunity to develop knowledge of learning and teaching. They develop the relevant skills associated with learning and teaching in the adult sector. With the successful completion of the course you achieve Level 3 nationally recognized qualification. This assists in the personal growth giving you a chance to engage in field of learning and ... Continue reading →

With the proper license, your dream of working in private security firms becomes possible. For this, you have to complete the relevant course and undergo assessment. Once issued, the validity of license from SIA is for three years. With this you can gain employment in office buildings, malls, and shops where the core responsibility include keeping the people in the building safe and guard personal property that prevents destruction, damage, and theft. Such services are for maintaining the peace of mind of the employees, owners, and the buyers. You need the SIA license if you want to carry out the various licensable activities that the security guards perform as the protection of properties, theft prevention, and patrolling areas. It is not possible to undertake such activities in case you do not have the relevant license. Eligibility for the candidates includes 18 years age, right to get employment in UK and passing the related training course. Complete this course and finish the ... Continue reading →

Those looking to work as tutor, trainer, and teacher in the colleges offering further education can complete the course for Award in Education and Training online to qualify. After this, you can gain employment in community and adult education, commerce, voluntary sector, public sector, and industries. AET is the minimum mandatory qualification if you are teaching in skills and learning sector. This course is for people looking to gain the required teaching qualification or those new to the teaching field. Those taking part in the course learn about planning sessions, motivating learners, and gain skills of practical assessment. Both trainers and teachers can benefit in some way from this starting out in sector of lifelong learning. Those already with community, adult learning centers, FE colleges, training organizations, and work-based learning situations can have required qualifications with the completion of the course. This way they can reach the minimal threshold status. Choose ... Continue reading →

A job in the security industries can be fulfilling if your tastes runs towards this industry. For this, you have to get the appropriate qualification. The Security Industry Authority recognizes various qualifications for hiring people as private security and one of these is the Level 2 qualification to work as door supervisor. You can gain employment with private security firms once you complete the course successfully and get the required license. To obtain license from SIA you have to show proper training at the required level with relevant qualifications. For getting the license, the interested candidates have to undergo a training course in four parts besides passing four related exams. The course remains divided in different units such as knowing about the work environment within private security industries so that you know what to expect in future. They teach about the features of this industry, application of legislation to individual for the licensee activity, importance of ... Continue reading →

Making your career choice based upon the preference becomes easier when you join relevant courses as they prepare the students for career success and offer flexibility. Whether you want to join the field of teaching or wish to work as a professional driver joining the right courses and learning the skills is most important. This way you can achieve the required qualification for the particular job or field. The design of the course materials is such that it prepares you with the knowledge and learning part in complete detail so that you can make the most of the career opportunities that come your way. Award in Education and Training The Level 3 Award in Education and Training earlier known as PTLLS is the accredited introduction towards teaching in the post-16 education. In order to obtain the award or linked qualification you have to pass assessments and complete related training course. This award forms part of basic requirements related to post-16 education teaching positions. ... Continue reading →

The role of the teachers is critical when it comes to shape the young minds and they have huge influence in the life of their student. This makes teaching a worthwhile career with many aspirants looking to join this field and make it rich and happening. Award in Education and Training (AET) Level 3 is necessary when you want to join this profession and make difference in the lives of your pupils. The design of the course is such that it suits people already in the field of education and through this, they can have formal skill recognition. Even those without any teaching experiences can join the course and benefit immensely as this helps to shape their career in the times to come. Different courses are available to help you pursue your dream and explore the possibilities that the field of education gives the deserving candidates. The material of the course fits with the lifestyle of the person so that they can balance their work and education without difficulty and benefit. Designed ... Continue reading →

Understanding the student’s psychology and the teaching learning process is of utmost importance for the teachers. If you want to become a teacher then you should have to focus on these aspects. By developing your knowledge and skill, you will not only grab a better opportunity to get a better employment but also performing your role in a better way will also be possible for you. These are the reasons; why people are taking smarter solutions to meet their desires. If you dream to become a faculty of a special training then you should have to acquire knowledge not only of your field but also you would have to become serious enough in choosing the best options that can help you playing your professional role properly. These are the reasons; you should have to become curious in discovering the most suitable training programs that can uplift your teaching qualities and help you getting a better solution as well. Now, you are capable of taking serious steps, which would provide you a ... Continue reading →