MCA COURSE OUTLINE · 601/6202/8
iCQ Level 3 Award in Education and Training
People starting to teach or train adults, including vocational trainers and workplace instructors.
Qualification at a glance
- Qualification number
- 601/6202/8
- Awarding organisation
- iCQ Awards (iCan Qualifications Limited)
- Minimum credits
- 12
- Guided learning hours
- 48
- Total qualification time
- 120 hours
Entry requirements and assessment access
MCA checks subject knowledge, literacy and support needs. Access to an assessed microteaching activity is required when the inclusive teaching unit is selected; alternative facilitation units have their own practice requirements.
What you will learn
- Understand teaching responsibilities, boundaries and professional relationships
- Plan inclusive teaching and engage learners
- Understand assessment and provide constructive feedback
Qualification structure and unit choices
Structure: attain at least 12 credits. Learners must attain 3 credits by achieving the mandatory unit contained in Group A, plus a minimum of 6 credits from the units contained in the optional Group B, and at least 3 credits from the units contained in the optional Group C.
Mandatory units form the core. Optional units, where available, are selected with your assessor to match your role and the rules of combination; the full optional list is not a requirement to complete every unit.
| Unit code | Unit title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| H/505/0053 | Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training | 3 | 3 |
Group B: Optional Units (3 units)
| Unit code | Unit title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| D/505/0052 | Understanding and using inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training | 3 | 6 |
| F/502/9548 | Facilitate learning and development in groups | 3 | 6 |
| J/502/9549 | Facilitate learning and development for individuals | 3 | 6 |
Group C: Optional Units (2 units)
| Unit code | Unit title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| D/601/5313 | Understanding the principles and practices of assessment | 3 | 3 |
| R/505/0050 | Understanding assessment in education and training | 3 | 3 |
How you are assessed
Knowledge assignments and evidence for the selected teaching and assessment units. The inclusive teaching unit requires at least one hour of microteaching participation, including an observed delivery of at least 15 minutes.
Your assessor records decisions against the unit criteria. All required outcomes must be achieved; assessment evidence is reviewed through internal and awarding-body quality assurance. Prior learning may be considered where permitted and supported by valid evidence.
Delivery and learner support
MCA offers tutor-supported online and blended learning. Your agreed study plan sets the tutorial format, workplace visits or teaching observations, independent study and review arrangements. Practical assessment cannot be replaced by online study alone.
Discuss accessibility needs, reasonable adjustments and learning support with MCA at the application stage.
Duration, start dates and fees
Start dates, fees, payment options and the planned completion period are confirmed in writing before enrolment. Qualification learning hours describe the study requirement; they are not a promise of a fixed calendar duration. Ask MCA for a personalised quotation and timetable.
Progression
Consider a higher teaching qualification when you have the required teaching practice access.
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Request your course planUnit titles, credits and qualification structure checked against the published iCQ specification on 3 October 2026. This MCA outline explains the learner journey; the registered assessment plan controls the exact unit selection and assessment criteria.