Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching equips individuals for teaching roles within post-16 or adult education, focusing on teaching, learning, and assessment skills. It also offers a pathway to achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTLS).
Course Overview
- Start Date
- 13 Sep 2024
- Duration
- 1 Year, 9 Months
- Mode of Study
- Part-Time
- Location
- South Central IoT – Bletchley
- Days
- Fri
- Time
- 09:15 – 12:15
Course overview
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching is designed for those currently working in or aspiring to a career in the post-16 or adult learning sector. The course will help you develop the necessary skills to excel in teaching, learning, and assessment.
What will I do?
This two-year programme covers a range of topics, including:
- Teaching my subject
- Understanding learners in the FE sector
- The role of teachers & teaching
- Professional practice
- Effective digital and online pedagogies
- Developing resources
- Action research
- Understanding quality assurance
Assessment will be through a combination of coursework and teaching observations. Coursework will require learners to present assignments in various formats, including essays, presentations, group discussions, and other methods. The course is delivered face-to-face.
What’s next?
Upon successful completion, you will be qualified to teach in the post-16 and adult learning sector. The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching also provides a route to achieve Qualified Teaching and Learning Skills (QTLS) status through the Education and Training Foundation, leading to recognised Qualified Teacher Status (this is not included as part of the Level 5 qualification).
Is it for me?
This course is suitable for motivated, independent learners who are capable of studying at Level 5. You will need to demonstrate critical thinking and academic rigour in your assignments.
Entry requirements
- You must have access to 250 placement hours, with at least 150 hours being teaching hours, including a minimum of 20 hours of remote synchronous (live) delivery.
- You must hold a Level 3 qualification in your subject specialist area.
- You must have at least a Level 2 in English and Maths.
How will my progress be monitored?
Your progress will be monitored through written feedback on your coursework and assessed via 10 teaching observations over the two years. Regular one-to-one tutorials with the course tutor will further support your development. Written feedback on assignments and observations will help you improve both your academic work and teaching practice. You will also receive support from a pastoral mentor and a subject-specialist mentor.
How can I pay for my course?
There are a variety of ways in which you can get help with fees and funding while studying. Get advice on applying for funding and assessing your eligibility for financial aid here.
This course attracts funding for eligible students, so please check with the admissions team about your own circumstances.
Addition information
You will attend college for one half-day session per week on a Friday morning from 9:15 to 12:15. There is an expectation that you will spend 3 to 5 hours per week studying outside of the classroom.
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NCFE Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills)
(A069A-1/2)- Start Date
- 13 Sep 2024
- End Date
- 3 Jul 2026
- Days
- Fri
- Time
- 09:15 – 12:15
- Duration
- 1 Year, 9 Months
- Location
- South Central IoT – Bletchley
Fees- 16 – 18
- £3000
- 19 – 23
- £3000
- 24+
- £3000
- Overseas
- £3000
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