The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is designed for learners who wish to become fully qualified teachers or trainers within the further education and skills sector. It is suitable for individuals who are already teaching or training, have recently started a teaching role, or need a recognised teaching qualification to confirm occupational competence.
The programme develops the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, deliver and assess inclusive teaching and learning. Learners explore educational theories and models, teaching and assessment practice, professional development and a range of specialist areas through optional units. The qualification also requires substantial teaching practice so that learners can demonstrate their competence in real teaching and training settings.
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Course Fee: £4,500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
The qualification contains four mandatory units and eight optional units. Learners must complete all four mandatory units to achieve 75 credits and select optional units worth at least 45 credits. A minimum of 61 credits must be achieved at Level 5, giving a total of 120 credits.
Core Units
Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training- 20 Credits
This unit develops understanding of the theories, principles and models that underpin learning, communication, assessment, curriculum development and reflective practice. Learners analyse how these concepts can be applied to their own teaching, learning and assessment practice.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training- 20 Credits
This unit develops practical knowledge and skills in teaching, learning and assessment. Learners explore initial and diagnostic assessment, individual learning goals, inclusive lesson planning and delivery, assessment of learning, safe learning environments and reflective evaluation of their own practice.
Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training- 20 Credits
This unit develops higher-level teaching, learning and assessment practice within a chosen area of specialism. Learners investigate and improve their own practice and must have access to at least 20 hours of teaching practice while completing the unit.
Professional Practice in Education and Training- 15 Credits
This unit explores professionalism and professional values in education and training. Learners consider policy, accountability to stakeholders and external bodies, organisational context, and how teachers can contribute to quality improvement and quality assurance within their organisation.
Elective Units
Learners select optional units worth a minimum of 45 credits from the following units:
Action Research- 15 Credits
This unit develops the ability to carry out action research within an area of professional practice. Learners plan and conduct research, collect and analyse data, present findings and recommendations, and evaluate their own practice in relation to the research process.
Develop and Prepare Resources for Learning and Development- 6 Credits
This unit focuses on preparing resources to support learning and development. Learners may create new resources or adapt existing materials, environments and equipment to meet individual learner needs, and evaluate the effectiveness of different resources used in teaching.
Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area- 15 Credits
This unit develops the ability to create, use and organise inclusive resources within a specialist subject or vocational area. Learners also examine legal responsibilities relating to resources and evaluate their own practice in resource development, use and accessibility.
Equality and Diversity- 6 Credits
This unit develops understanding of how to promote equality and value diversity in education and training. Learners examine relevant legislation and organisational practice, work with others to support inclusion, and review how their own behaviour and practice can promote equality.
Inclusive Practice- 15 Credits
This unit develops knowledge and understanding of inclusive practice. Learners evaluate factors that influence learning, examine legislation and professional responsibilities, and consider how teaching approaches can be adapted to improve inclusion and meet diverse learner needs.
Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment- 6 Credits
This practical unit develops competence in the internal quality assurance of assessment. Learners plan monitoring activities, evaluate assessment quality and assessor competence, provide feedback, support standardisation and manage information and legal requirements associated with internal quality assurance.
Manage Learning and Development in Groups- 6 Credits
This unit develops the skills required to manage learning and development within groups. Learners explore group dynamics, motivation, behaviour management, learning strategies, risk management and ways of involving learners in their own learning and development.
Understanding the Principles and Practices of the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment- 6 Credits
This unit develops the knowledge and understanding that underpin internal quality assurance. Learners explore planning, sampling, standardisation, roles and responsibilities, information management, legal requirements, technology and continuous improvement within assessment quality assurance.
Successful completion of the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training provides progression to:
The qualification therefore provides a progression route for learners who wish to continue into higher-level education or advance their professional teaching and training career. Admission to a particular university or degree programme remains subject to the entry and admissions requirements of the receiving institution.
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is designed for learners who wish to become fully qualified teachers or trainers within the further education and skills sector. It is suitable for individuals who are already teaching or training, have recently started a teaching role, or need a recognised teaching qualification to confirm occupational competence.
The programme develops the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, deliver and assess inclusive teaching and learning. Learners explore educational theories and models, teaching and assessment practice, professional development and a range of specialist areas through optional units. The qualification also requires substantial teaching practice so that learners can demonstrate their competence in real teaching and training settings.
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Course Fee: £4,500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
The qualification contains four mandatory units and eight optional units. Learners must complete all four mandatory units to achieve 75 credits and select optional units worth at least 45 credits. A minimum of 61 credits must be achieved at Level 5, giving a total of 120 credits.
Core Units
Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training- 20 Credits
This unit develops understanding of the theories, principles and models that underpin learning, communication, assessment, curriculum development and reflective practice. Learners analyse how these concepts can be applied to their own teaching, learning and assessment practice.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training- 20 Credits
This unit develops practical knowledge and skills in teaching, learning and assessment. Learners explore initial and diagnostic assessment, individual learning goals, inclusive lesson planning and delivery, assessment of learning, safe learning environments and reflective evaluation of their own practice.
Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training- 20 Credits
This unit develops higher-level teaching, learning and assessment practice within a chosen area of specialism. Learners investigate and improve their own practice and must have access to at least 20 hours of teaching practice while completing the unit.
Professional Practice in Education and Training- 15 Credits
This unit explores professionalism and professional values in education and training. Learners consider policy, accountability to stakeholders and external bodies, organisational context, and how teachers can contribute to quality improvement and quality assurance within their organisation.
Elective Units
Learners select optional units worth a minimum of 45 credits from the following units:
Action Research- 15 Credits
This unit develops the ability to carry out action research within an area of professional practice. Learners plan and conduct research, collect and analyse data, present findings and recommendations, and evaluate their own practice in relation to the research process.
Develop and Prepare Resources for Learning and Development- 6 Credits
This unit focuses on preparing resources to support learning and development. Learners may create new resources or adapt existing materials, environments and equipment to meet individual learner needs, and evaluate the effectiveness of different resources used in teaching.
Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area- 15 Credits
This unit develops the ability to create, use and organise inclusive resources within a specialist subject or vocational area. Learners also examine legal responsibilities relating to resources and evaluate their own practice in resource development, use and accessibility.
Equality and Diversity- 6 Credits
This unit develops understanding of how to promote equality and value diversity in education and training. Learners examine relevant legislation and organisational practice, work with others to support inclusion, and review how their own behaviour and practice can promote equality.
Inclusive Practice- 15 Credits
This unit develops knowledge and understanding of inclusive practice. Learners evaluate factors that influence learning, examine legislation and professional responsibilities, and consider how teaching approaches can be adapted to improve inclusion and meet diverse learner needs.
Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment- 6 Credits
This practical unit develops competence in the internal quality assurance of assessment. Learners plan monitoring activities, evaluate assessment quality and assessor competence, provide feedback, support standardisation and manage information and legal requirements associated with internal quality assurance.
Manage Learning and Development in Groups- 6 Credits
This unit develops the skills required to manage learning and development within groups. Learners explore group dynamics, motivation, behaviour management, learning strategies, risk management and ways of involving learners in their own learning and development.
Understanding the Principles and Practices of the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment- 6 Credits
This unit develops the knowledge and understanding that underpin internal quality assurance. Learners explore planning, sampling, standardisation, roles and responsibilities, information management, legal requirements, technology and continuous improvement within assessment quality assurance.
Successful completion of the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training provides progression to:
The qualification therefore provides a progression route for learners who wish to continue into higher-level education or advance their professional teaching and training career. Admission to a particular university or degree programme remains subject to the entry and admissions requirements of the receiving institution.
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