Are you a teacher looking to obtain QTLS - Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status or enhance your teaching skills? You are at the right place! This comprehensive Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training | DET will equip you with the required skills to work as a teacher in the UK. This nationally recognized education and training diploma will help you advance to higher studies and become a well-trained teacher in the field of lifelong learning.
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Diploma in Education and Training (DET) and Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) are the same qualification. The employers do not discriminate based on the title or where you obtained the qualification. This DET qualification will help to get Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status. QTLS is a professional status recognised in the Education sector.
Course Highlights
Course Type: Online Learning
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 360 Hours
Teaching Practice Hours: 100 Hours (8 hours of observations of teaching practice)
Accreditation: NCFE
Qualification: Ofqual Regulated
Access: 1 Year Access
Certificate: Certificate upon completion (hard copy)
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Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
This Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training | DET will set you up with the appropriate qualifications and adequate credentials that are required for you to have expertise in the field of teaching. NCFE accredits and Ofqual regulates this course, which enhances your resume as a nationally recognised qualification.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain extensive teaching skills and knowledge to evaluate, create resources, and assist students to reach their full potential.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training | DET, you will:
Learn to plan and deliver inclusive teaching using various approaches and models.
Use behaviour management techniques to create a safe and welcoming environment.
Evaluate learning using assessment theories and reflective practices.
Understand how to conduct diagnostic assessments and organize inclusive teaching.
Recognize the importance of professionalism and accountability in education and training.
Support quality assurance and improvement efforts and understand education policies.
Who should take this course?
This extensive Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is suitable for:
Aspiring teachers
Anyone looking to teach young people at school
Anyone looking to teach adult people at a higher education level
Anyone aiming to achieve Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status (QTLS)
Entry Requirements
This Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training | DET is available to all students of all academic backgrounds.
No experience or previous qualifications are required.
Applicants must be 19 years of age or over.
Before pursuing level 5 education and training, individuals are not required to have completed level 3 or level 4 education and training.
Assessment structureAssignment
Students must complete a number of brief assignments for each section of the award. The guidelines are designed to assess you according to the following criteria.
Each of the ten modules in this qualification has assignments.
The assignments can include calls for product evidence such as lesson plans, teaching materials, and other related paperwork.
Completing these assignments will allow you to fully engage with and apply the teaching and learning cycle, with feedback provided by your tutor after review.
Teaching Assessment
In order to properly evaluate your teaching skills, you must submit a teaching assessment that will be based on the following guidelines:
You must observe for a minimum of 8 hours. Each observation should last at least 30 minutes. This means you can do 16 observations at 30 minutes or 8 observations at 1 hour each. Either way, you must complete 8 hours of observation.
A teacher with appropriate credentials must complete this witness testimony. In exceptional cases, we may also arrange a video link with your tutor to complete these observations.
For this training, there is no prerequisite in terms of prior experience. To get your completion certificate, however, you must complete 100 hours of classroom teaching experience throughout the course.
You will need to find an expert witness with a level 5 diploma in education and training to observe your practical teaching demonstration. If you prefer, we can help you by providing an expert witness for an additional fee of £250 + VAT for 8 hours.
You'll have to keep a record of teaching practise hours and observations in the provided teaching log.
Additionally, you'll need to provide a teaching record and documentation of continuous personal development
As previously stated, one must observe practice for at least eight hours. These observations must correspond to the following essential units:
Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training (level 4)
Developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training (level 5)
Progression Opportunities
Upon successfully attaining the NCFE Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, you can:
Work towards attaining Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)
Improve your chances of getting a promotion
Obtain employment in a variety of teaching roles
Course Curriculum
Course Overview
Course Overview - Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
Lesson 1: Roles Responsibilities of Teachers in Education Learning
Lesson 1: Roles Responsibilities of Teachers in Education Learning
Lesson 2 : Pedagogical Principles Theory and Practice
Lesson 2 : Pedagogical Principles Theory and Practice
Lesson 3 : Functional Skills and the Minimum Core
Lesson 3 : Functional Skills and the Minimum Core
Lesson 4 : Planning in Education and Learning
Lesson 4 : Planning in Education and Learning
Lesson 5 : Selecting, Creating and Using Resources
Lesson 5 : Selecting, Creating and Using Resources
Lesson 6 : Augmenting Communication through Teaching Strategies
Lesson 6 : Augmenting Communication through Teaching Strategies
Lesson 7 : The Assessment Process
Lesson 7 : The Assessment Process
Lesson 8 : Managing Learners
Lesson 8 : Managing Learners
Lesson 9 : Professionalism and Continued Professional Development
Lesson 9 : Professionalism and Continued Professional Development
Lesson 10 : Developing Designing Curriculum
Lesson 10 : Developing Designing Curriculum
Lesson 11 : The Professional Practice Quality Management
Lesson 11 : The Professional Practice Quality Management
Additional Resource
Additional Resource - Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
Assignment 1: Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
Assignment 1 - Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
Assignment 2: Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
Assignment 2 - Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
Assignment 3: Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training
Assignment 3 - Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training
Assignment 4: Wider Professional Practice and Development in Education and Training
Assignment 4 - Wider Professional Practice and Development in Education and Training
Assignment 5: Develop Learning and Development Programmes
Assignment 5 - Develop Learning and Development Programmes
Assignment 6: Identify the Learning Needs of Organisations
Assignment 6 - Identify the Learning Needs of Organisations
Assignment 7: Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment
Assignment 7 - Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment
Assignment 8: Understanding and Managing Behaviours in a Learning Environment
Assignment 8 - Understanding and Managing Behaviours in a Learning Environment
Assignment 9: Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment
Assignment 9 - Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessments
Assignment 10: Working with Individual Learners
Assignment 10 - Working with Individual Learners
Recognised Accreditation
This Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training | DET is independently accredited by NCFE and regulated by Ofqual. It is a nationally recognised qualification that will help you pave your path to higher education and fulfil the entry requirements of any skilled-oriented job.
About NCFE
The National Council for Educational Awarding (NCFE) is a national educational awarding organisation that creates, develops, and accredits a range of widely accepted qualifications and awards, including those for online courses. The NCFE Functional Skills certificate is the best option for students who want to gain useful, transferable skills that will enable them to function freely, with self-assurance, and effectively in the real world.
Certificate of Achievement
Upon successful completion of this Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training | DET and passing the internal assessments, and practical teaching assessments, you will be awarded the qualification: NCFE Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training which is valued by all employers in the UK and globally.
FAQs
What is a level 5 diploma equivalent to?
The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training qualification is equivalent to the Certificate of Education (CertEd). Additionally, it is equivalent to the second year of a bachelor's degree in the UK.
What can I do with a Level 5 diploma in education and training?
You can advance to further vocational study, apply for Qualified Teacher Status (QTLS), and earn a Bachelor of Arts in Education or a BA in Education (BEd). Besides these progression opportunities, you can also enhance your resume and increase your chances of getting hired.
What is a BTEC equivalent to?
BTEC Firsts are Level 2 qualifications, which are the same as GCSE coursework. The level of BTEC Nationals is Level 3, which is the same as A-level study. BTEC Higher Nationals are at the same academic level as the first two years of a degree program (Level 4/5 studies).
Do I have to conduct my practical evaluation in a real classroom or workplace?
For the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training qualification, you must be seen teaching in an actual classroom; simulation is not allowed, and your observations must be conducted in an actual classroom.
Who should complete the course's observations for the practical evaluation?
This witness testimony must be provided by an expert with a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. For an additional charge of £250 + VAT for 8 hours, if you'd prefer, we can also assist you by providing an expert witness.
How is this course assessed?
The course is evaluated through the submission of eight observations of your teaching in a classroom environment and writing assignments based on the course's sections. You will also be required to provide an evidence log showing that you have completed at least 100 hours of teaching.
Can I submit my assignment again?
Your instructor will provide feedback and the option to resubmit assignments if additional work is required.
How can I produce evidence to support my lessons?
The teaching session must be recorded using a smartphone, tablet, or other camera device and uploaded to your web portal in order to be graded. In addition to that, you must also provide product evidence such as lesson plans, teaching materials, and other related paperwork
How much time will it take to complete this course?
For the supervised study, 360 hours are allotted. However, the total amount of time we anticipate you to spend on this award, including all the research and writing tasks is 1200 hours. These hours can be distributed in any way you desire as you have the choice to complete the course whenever it's convenient for you over the course of a year.
Should I obtain the level 3 award or the level 4 certificate before taking this course?
It is not necessary to have finished the level 3 award in education and training or the level 4 certificate in education and training before enrolling in this course.
Will this course qualify me for the Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status (QTLS)?
The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training will provide you with the opportunity and skills to apply for QTLS, while it does not automatically grant you this status.
For how long can I access this course?
You have a year to access this course, so you can complete it at your own pace and convenience.
Can I teach infants and children with a level 5 diploma in education and training?
Since the majority of the training is geared toward adults, you won't be able to work with young children or teach in primary settings.
Do I have to finish the 100 hours of teaching before I sign up for this course?
There is no prerequisite in terms of prior knowledge for this training. However, you must complete 100 hours of classroom teaching experience throughout the course to receive your completion certificate.
Can I use a smartphone or a tablet to study?
With no time limit on completion, our online courses are accessible for life. If there is a safe internet connection, every course is fully accessible from a tablet, phone, or laptop.
What will I receive once the course is over?
You will be able to order the NCFE-recognised Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, which is governed by Ofqual, after completing the assignments and the teaching assessment.
What is the difference between Level 3, Level 4 and Level 5 Education and training?
Education and training levels differ in the depth of knowledge and skills acquired. Level 3 is foundational, Level 4 is subject-specific, and Level 5 is for higher expertise. Completing Level 5 can lead to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status. To be able to teach Level 2, one must undertake Level 3; for both Level 2 and 3, Level 4 must be completed; and for all three levels, one must take Level 5.
What is the difference between QTS and QTLS?
QTS is for teaching up to age 16, while QTLS covers beyond that. QTS is necessary for teaching young students, while QTLS is ideal for teaching at a higher education level. QTS requires an intensive course with work practice, while QTLS requires sector competence and 100 hours of teaching experience.