What is this qualification?
The Level 3 Award in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education (RQF) develops your knowledge of how AI is being used in education, what it does well, and where the risks sit.
It is for teachers, trainers, assessors and support staff who want to use these tools properly rather than avoid them - covering planning, resources, assessment, accessibility, bias, data protection and academic integrity.
Why study with us
Practical, not theoretical
Everything is applied to real teaching tasks - planning, resources, feedback and admin.
An honest look at the risks
Bias, data protection, accuracy and academic integrity are covered head on, not glossed over.
Study online at your pace
Materials, tasks and tutor feedback are all online, so you can fit study around teaching.
A recognised certificate
Awarded by Focus Awards, so it stands up on a CV and in an inspection.
What you'll be able to do
Understand the technology
- Explain in plain terms what AI tools do and how they work
- Recognise what these tools are and are not good at
- Keep pace with how the tools are changing
Use it in your practice
- Plan lessons and build resources more quickly
- Use AI to support differentiation and accessibility
- Use it to speed up admin without losing your professional judgement
Use it responsibly
- Apply data protection rules to the tools you use
- Spot and challenge bias in AI-generated content
- Set clear expectations with learners about academic integrity
Where this takes you
Career opportunities
- Lead on digital or AI practice in your team
- Deliver staff training on responsible AI use
- Strengthen an application for a teaching, training or curriculum role
Next steps for your learning
- Take a Level 3 Award in Education and Training
- Progress to assessment or quality assurance qualifications
- Keep current with CPD on digital teaching and learning
What you'll gain
Ofqual regulated
A Focus Awards qualification that is recognised across the sector and formally listed.
Progress your FE career
Evidence the specialist knowledge that colleges, ITPs and training providers actively look for when recruiting and promoting.
Practical, applied learning
Work through 5 focused units totalling 10 credits, applied directly to your day-to-day FE practice.
Credits
10
Guided learning
89 hrs
Total time
100 hrs
Level
Level 3
Live workshops
4 included
Reference
610/5345/4
Awarding body
Focus Awards
How WorkplaceHero delivers
100% online, at your pace
Access your course anytime through our learner portal - study around teaching, assessing and family life.
Live workshops included
Includes 4 live online workshops with your tutor - book in, ask questions, and learn alongside other professionals. We will share the final timetable with participants two weeks before the first day of learning.
Expert tutor and IQA support
Dedicated assessors and full Internal Quality Assurance oversight on every submission.
Recognised certification on completion
Your Focus Awards certificate is issued once you complete and pass all required units.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Educators
Artificial intelligence is already changing the way we teach, learn, assess and support learners. This Level 3 Award is designed for educators who want to build, strengthen or refresh their understanding of AI and its use in education.
The qualification supports learners to explore the benefits, opportunities and potential risks of AI in educational settings, including how AI can support teaching, learning, assessment, accessibility, productivity and learner support.
Whether you are new to AI or already experimenting with digital tools, this regulated qualification provides a structured and credible way to evidence your understanding and develop more confident, informed and responsible practice.
- Qualification: Level 3 Award in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education (RQF)
- Regulated qualification: Yes
- Credits: 10
- Guided learning hours: 89
- Total qualification time: 100 hours
Enrol today to develop your AI confidence, strengthen your professional practice, and better understand how to use artificial intelligence safely, ethically and effectively in education.
Units you'll study
5 unitsEntry requirements
Please check you meet these before applying.
- Minimum age: 18+
- Prerequisites: Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, additional criteria may be requested or specified by WorkplaceHero.
- Work setting - This qualification is designed for those working in an educational setting.
- Location availability - This qualification has been accredited for use in England.
- Assessment - You will be required to complete 4 written assignments and provide other product evidence of practical use of AI in Education.
Check this qualification independently on the Focus Awards / Ofqual register.
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Ways to pay
Four ways to cover the fee
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£399.00 inc. VAT, paid securely at checkout once your application is approved.
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Employer invoice
Your employer can be invoiced directly and book your place from their team dashboard. Just tell us who to bill.
Training credits
Organisations with WorkplaceHero training credits can use them towards this course and pay any difference by card.
Fees and finance
£399.00
inc. VAT
The fee shown includes VAT and covers registration with the awarding body, your tutor and assessor support, assessment and your certificate. Employers can pay by invoice or with training credits - ask us and we will set it up. If the cost is a barrier, talk to us about spreading the payment.
Frequently asked questions
Answers before you apply
Training a team?
We run bespoke cohorts and tailored CPD for FE providers, with invoicing, group pricing and dedicated tutor support. Talk to us about what you need.
Talk to an advisor
Not sure this is the right course?
Tell us where you're up to and we'll send the full course guide - fees, start dates, entry requirements and how you'll be assessed - then follow up personally. No account needed, and no obligation to apply.
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