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Focus Awards Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills) (RQF)

~~£3,000~~ £999

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Credits – 120 TQT – 1200 GLH – 400 Recommended Course Duration – Up to 24 Months

The option to fast-track in 9 Months is available. Download Course PDF

Unit Structure

Unit 1: Teaching My Subject
Unit 2: Learners and Learning
Unit 3: Teachers and Teaching
Unit 4: Professional Practice
Unit 5: Effective Digital and Online Pedagogies
Unit 6: Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area
Unit 7: Action Research

Overview

The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills) qualification is designed for learners who work and aspire to work in the further education sector. This qualification equips learners with the knowledge and skills to teach, refine and enhance their teaching abilities in the post-16 Further Education and Skills sector.

This Level 5 DiT (FE and Skills) is designed in alignment with occupational standards of Learning and Skills Teacher role and regulated by Ofqual. It provide learners with contemporary and comprehensive knowledge, digital competencies (including technology integration in teaching) and opportunities to acquire practical and technical skills in their specialist area.

As of 1 September, 2024 the Diploma in Education and Training (DET) and related qualifications have been replaced by the DiT (FE and Skills), providing learners with a new pathway to attain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status.This level 5 DiT course is delivered 100% online, making it easier for learners to gain the necessary skills and knowledge.

Scope of this Qualification

The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills is designed to be completed entirely online, allowing learners to progress at their best suitable pace. This qualification takes up to 18 months, depending on the learner’s previous experience and dedication to the course. This Level 5 DiT (FE and Skills) course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) whereby all learners will be provided online tutor support to successfully complete their course.

Duration and Delivery

This Level 3 Award in Education and Training (L3 AET) is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you. This qualification can take as little as 5 days or up to 4 months, depending on your previous experience and your dedication to the course. This Level 3 AET course is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), whereby you are provided online tutor support to complete your course successfully.

Assessment and Verification

All units in this DiT (FE and Skills) course are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. This process aligns with the Education and Training Foundation’s framework for teaching in further education.

Learners will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence consisting of written assignments along with the evidence of the 250 hours of work placement log, a record of a minimum of 10 observations (45 minutes each) and work samples.

Finally, learners will participate in a final assessment involving a 30-minute professional discussion about any aspect of professional practice conducted with two qualified teachers/assessors, one from Britannia School of Academics and one from their placement.

Entry Requirements:

The learner must:

Be aged 19+
Hold minimum qualification at level 2 in both Maths and English
Be qualified or experienced in subject specialism
Be able to demonstrate the ability to study at Level 5 qualification
Possess an adequate level of digital proficiency to accomplish the qualification requirements

Progression

Successful completion of this teaching qualification will allow learners to secure placement within the lifelong learning and FE and Skills sectors. This qualification makes them eligible for progression to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status (QTLS).

Learners can proceed to undertake the following vocational qualifications:

Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 610/5281/4

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In case you don’t currently have a placement to complete the practical requirement of the course, visit the below link to know more about our work placement option for L5 DiT (FE and Skills).

Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills) Practical Requirements

Placement Hours

For the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills), the minimum required placement hours are 250 which are to be divided as such:
*Teaching Activities
Total 150 hours are dedicated to teaching practice to learners aged 14+ preferably in an FE setting out of which:

i. 100 hours for the specialist subject area

80 hours for face-to-face delivery
20 hours for remote synchronous (live) delivery

ii. 50 hours for the subject area other than the specialisation

*Non-Teaching Activities
The remaining 100 hours of the non-teaching practice must be dedicated to completing professional activities such as:

Planning and observation
Team and assessment meetings
Interviews
Activities for Continuous Professional Development
Other learning and teaching duties

Observations

The minimum number of observations required throughout the duration of your course is 10 (of 45 minutes each) in which your practice will span small groups and large groups with learners aged 14+ and include all aspects of planning, delivering and assessment of learning. These observations are required to be signed off by your tutor or placement mentors. Out of these 10 observations, two observations can be live remote delivery and one session can be observed by the mentor remotely. However, recorded sessions will not be considered as formal observations.

Mentors & Support Staff

Learners need to have support from two mentors at their placement. The mentors are required to guide and support you throughout the qualification and liaise with the assessor/course tutor.

First Mentor:Should be a subject specialist, equipped with all the required expertise to help teach in a specific subject area. They must be able to support you for at least 30 minutes per week.
Second Mentor: A pastoral mentor, for general guide and support. This mentor is responsible for communicating with the provider regarding regular updates on progress. They are also required to provide you with support for at least 30 minutes per week.

It is important that all records are kept by you of both mentor meetings, showing dates and basic details of discussion/support provided.

Location

To increase your exposure and provide you with the experience of teaching in diverse environments, Diploma in Teaching qualification requires you to teach in two different teaching locations, with at least 20 placement hours dedicated to activities in the second location.

However, if you work with an institute/provider that runs a good variety of different classes, you can choose to complete the practical requirement of second location at the same institute in a different department or subject area.

Useful Knowledge/skills that you will learn in the course

Learners will have a complete knowledge of:

Pedagogic Methodologies and Curriculum Development
Professionalism and Inclusive Teaching Practices
Promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Partnership Working and Collaboration

Assessment Principles and Practices
Teaching Practice & Behaviour Management
Professional Development and Reflective Practice
Digital Pedagogies for Teaching and Learning

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The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills) Work Placement will allow you to complete 250 hours.

For further information, please visit Work Placement for Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills)

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All prices include course fees, awarding body dues, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate & VAT. The final certification you get is the same, regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.

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Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay the fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.

Frequently Asked Questions

Level 5 DiT Qualification is ideal for learners who intend to teach and train in the FE and skills sector including adult and communication education, FE colleges, offender education, work-based learning providers, third or voluntary sector and independent training organisations.

Though there is no specific time to complete the course, depending on the learner’s dedication, it can take 18 or more months to complete.

Furthermore, the recommended guided learning hours by course framework are 400 and the total qualification time (TQT) is 1200 hours.

Yes, the course aligns with the Learning and Skills Teacher occupational standard, approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education and Ofqual.

Our courses are OFQUAL-approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called ‘Focus Awards’. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. Visit this link for confirmation of their status:

A minimum of 150 teaching hours needs to be logged for Level 5 DiT (FE and Skills) qualification.

A total of 10 observations are required, most of which should involve teaching a group of at least 10 learners. Observations evaluate the trainee’s teaching skills and offer feedback to help them improve.

Learners must conduct teaching observations for a minimum of 45 minutes. They can make up to two observations through live remote delivery, and another session can also be observed remotely.

This should not be a problem; you can work on the theoretical part of the course until you find placements. If you still cannot find any, you can opt for our work placement offer. We can facilitate both primary and secondary Location to ensure you meet the course’s practical requirements.

By enrolling in an online teaching course, you can progress and attain a qualification at the pace that suits you best. Another benefit is that it saves you from additional costs associated with physical classes.

You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence, including a written assignment, a teaching practice log of 150 hours at two locations, 10 observations (45 minutes each), and work samples. The course requires 250 hours of practice and 100 hours in the subject area, culminating in a 30-minute professional discussion with two qualified teachers/assessors.

To be eligible for this course, you must be aged 19 or above, demonstrate an ability to study at level 5 or above and have achieved level 2 in both Literacy and Numeracy.

Yes, the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills) makes you eligible to apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status.

This diploma is the recognised pathway to obtaining QTLS. You can visit the SET website for updated QTLS eligibility requirements.

The CET can count as prior learning for completing the L5 DiT. However, it cannot be used to replace L5 DiT.

Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!