Education and Training Level 5

This is an 'in service' qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England. It may be possible for pre-service teachers/trainers (defined as those who are not formally contracted as teachers/trainers) to also complete this qualification. This qualification is also suitable for those delivering education and training in any learning environment but is predominantly designed for those within the further education sector.

The qualification covers the knowledge and skills required by teachers in the further education and skills sector, such as: the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training inclusive teaching and learning approaches assessment of learners facilitating learning and development for individuals and in groups understanding principles and practices of assessment using pedagogy to enhance teaching learning and assessment

Students should already have English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 and be able to demonstrate that these skills are current. They should also be qualified within they chosen subject area of teaching, either with a recognised qualification or through substantial experience

All candidates, whether pre-service or in-service must have access to 100 hours of teaching and be the person planning these hours.

Previous teaching experience and the demonstratable skills required for this level of qualification.

Education and Training Level 5 Diploma

Successful learners could progress on to Educational Degree programmes, QTLS programmes or into employment

Assessment is through assignment writing, portfolio of evidence and observation of teaching sessions.

Students should be prepared to complete between six and ten hours of additional research and work outside of class time.

Students must have a minimum of 100 hours of teaching during the course.