Certified Trainer Licence (CTL)

The Certified Trainer Licence (CTL) is a professional, assignment-based certification designed for experienced trainers who want formal recognition of their skills, competence, and real-world training expertise. This course is specifically developed for practitioners who are already active in training, teaching, or facilitation and wish to validate their experience through structured assessment rather than classroom-based learning.

Unlike traditional trainer courses, the CTL does not include guided learning hours. Instead, it focuses on practical application, reflective learning, and evidence-based competency. Candidates will complete 10 study units, each supported by written assignments and a minimum of 15 minutes of video evidence demonstrating real training practice. This ensures that certification is based on actual performance in real training environments rather than theoretical knowledge alone.

The CTL programme aligns with real-life training needs and workplace expectations, helping trainers enhance their professional credibility, improve their instructional effectiveness, and strengthen their career prospects. It is ideal for corporate trainers, freelance trainers, educators, HR professionals, training managers, and workplace instructors who already hold a valid Training the Trainer qualification and have at least two years of verified training experience.

Upon successful completion, candidates will be awarded the Certified Trainer Licence (CTL), formally recognizing them as competent, professional, and licensed trainers capable of designing, delivering, assessing, and evaluating high-quality training programmes.

Course overview

Certified Trainer Licence (CTL)

To be eligible for enrolment on the Certified Trainer Licence (CTL) course, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Mandatory Requirements

  1. Minimum Professional Experience
  • Candidates must have at least two (2) years of verified experience in training, teaching, facilitation, coaching, or instructional delivery.
  • Acceptable evidence includes:
  • Employment letter
  • Experience certificate
  • Employer reference
  • Training records or portfolio of past training activities
  1. Recognized Training the Trainer Qualification
    Candidates must hold an authentic and recognized Training the Trainer certification, such as (but not limited to):
  • Train the Trainer (TTT / TOT)
  • Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
  • Award in Education and Training (AET)
  • Certificate in Education and Training (CET)
  • Any equivalent accredited or recognized trainer qualification
  1. Professional Background
    This course is suitable for individuals currently working or experienced in one or more of the following roles:
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Freelance Trainer
  • Instructor or Facilitator
  • Teacher or Lecturer
  • HR / L&D Professional
  • Training Manager
  • Workplace Assessor or Coach

Required Documentation for Enrolment

Applicants must submit the following:

  • Proof of at least 2 years of training experience
  • Updated CV / Resume
  • Copy of Training the Trainer certificate

This qualification, the Certified Trainer Licence (CTL), consists of 10 mandatory units.

  1. Professional Role of a Certified Trainer
  2. Identifying and Analysing Learner Needs
  3. Designing Training Based on Real-Life Needs
  4. Planning and Structuring Training Sessions
  5. Effective Training Delivery and Facilitation
  6. Communication and Interpersonal Skills for Trainers
  7. Assessment of Learners and Performance Measurement
  8. Providing Feedback and Evaluating Training Effectiveness
  9. Managing Classroom Dynamics and Challenging Situations
  10. Professional Development and Continuous Improvement as a Trainer

Learning Outcomes for the ICTQual Level 3 Diploma in Patient Care Technician Course:

Unit 1: Professional Role of a Certified Trainer

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Explain the roles and responsibilities of a professional trainer.
  2. Demonstrate professional conduct in real training environments.
  3. Reflect on their own trainer practice and ethical responsibilities.
  4. Apply professional standards in training delivery.

Unit 2: Identifying and Analysing Learner Needs

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Conduct a training needs analysis for different learner groups.
  2. Identify individual and group learning needs in real settings.
  3. Adapt training approaches based on learner characteristics.
  4. Justify training decisions based on learner needs analysis.

Unit 3: Designing Training Based on Real-Life Needs

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Design training programmes aligned with workplace requirements.
  2. Develop clear learning objectives based on real-life needs.
  3. Select appropriate training methods for different audiences.
  4. Create structured training materials relevant to industry practice.

Unit 4: Planning and Structuring Training Sessions

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Develop detailed session plans for training delivery.
  2. Organize training content in a logical and structured manner.
  3. Allocate time effectively for training activities.
  4. Plan appropriate resources and learning aids for sessions.

Unit 5: Effective Training Delivery and Facilitation

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Deliver training using a range of effective methods.
  2. Engage learners through interactive facilitation techniques.
  3. Maintain learner interest and participation throughout sessions.
  4. Adjust delivery style based on learner responses.

Unit 6: Communication and Interpersonal Skills for Trainers

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate clear and professional verbal communication.
  2. Use effective questioning and active listening techniques.
  3. Apply appropriate non-verbal communication in training.
  4. Build positive professional relationships with learners.

Unit 7: Assessment of Learners and Performance Measurement

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Design appropriate assessment tools for learners.
  2. Conduct fair and valid assessments in real training contexts.
  3. Evaluate learner performance against set criteria.
  4. Maintain accurate assessment records.

Unit 8: Providing Feedback and Evaluating Training Effectiveness

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Provide constructive and professional feedback to learners.
  2. Collect and analyse training evaluation data.
  3. Identify strengths and weaknesses in their training delivery.
  4. Use feedback to improve future training sessions.

Unit 9: Managing Classroom Dynamics and Challenging Situations

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Identify common classroom management challenges.
  2. Apply strategies to manage difficult learners effectively.
  3. Resolve conflicts in a professional and constructive manner.
  4. Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Unit 10: Professional Development and Continuous Improvement as a Trainer

By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:

  1. Reflect on their own training practice critically.
  2. Identify personal strengths and areas for improvement.
  3. Develop a structured personal development plan.
  4. Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.

Upon successful completion of the Certified Trainer Licence (CTL), learners will be well-positioned to progress in their professional training and education careers. This qualification enhances credibility, employability, and opportunities for further professional development within the training, education, and corporate learning sectors.

Certified Trainer Status

On successful completion of this training, learners will be eligible to become a Certified Trainer of ICTQual AB, enabling them to deliver, facilitate, and support ICTQual AB-accredited training programmes in their approved area of expertise, subject to ICTQual AB’s trainer approval requirements.

Career Progression Opportunities

Successful candidates may progress to roles such as:

  • Senior Trainer / Master Trainer
  • Lead Facilitator
  • Training Manager or Learning & Development (L&D) Manager
  • Corporate Learning Specialist
  • Workplace Assessor or Internal Verifier
  • Freelance Professional Trainer or Consultant
  • Educational Instructor or Lecturer
  • Quality Assurance Coordinator in Training

Academic and Professional Development Pathways

Learners may further progress to advanced certifications, including:

  • Level 4 Award in Education and Training (AET)
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET)
  • Level 4 or 5 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification
  • Level 4 Assessment (CAVA) qualification
  • Higher qualifications in Training, Education, or Human Resource Development
  • Specialized trainer certifications in areas such as Leadership, Coaching, or Assessment

Professional Recognition and Industry Value

The CTL supports:

  • Recognition as a competent and licensed professional trainer
  • Enhanced professional credibility in training and education sectors
  • Greater career mobility in corporate, vocational, and educational environments
  • Opportunities to work with accredited training providers and awarding bodies, including ICTQual AB

FAQs

This course is suitable for:

  • Workplace assessors or facilitators
  • Corporate trainers
  • Freelance trainers
  • Teachers and instructors
  • HR and L&D professionals
  • Training managers

This certification programme is exclusively allowed and offered by ATTICS International and Inspire College of Technologies UK. For your registration, enrolment details, and further information, please contact either of these authorized providers directly.

Since this is an assignment-based programme, completion time depends on the learner’s pace and evidence submission. Typically, it can take a few weeks to a few months.

No. CTL is an assignment-based qualification. Learners complete written assignments and submit video evidence of their training practice.

Assessment is based on:

  • Written assignments for all 10 units
  • Minimum 15 minutes of video evidence per unit
  • Trainer observation (if required)
  • Final portfolio submission