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Looking for a flexible way to start your teaching career?
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching is suitable for individuals who are those who are already practicing within the education sector, or those who are not currently practicing but have a significant amount of experience and now wish to consolidate that with a formal qualification.
With personalised 1-2-1 expert tutoring support, our programme prepares students to teach in a wide range of contexts. On successful completion of this course, students will be able to plan and implement schemes of work, develop teaching and learning strategies, and teach effectively in public and private schools, colleges and universities in many countries all over the world.
Learners may progress into employment as a teacher within the further education and skills sector. They may also wish to pursue Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) Status following successful achievement of this qualification. Successful learners could also choose to progress to higher education programmes in a related field.
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Our online teaching course is fully flexible, so you can start anytime and study around your schedule.
The course includes approximately 1200 hours of study, combining tutor support and independent learning. Each unit includes guided content, plus extra resources like exercises, readings, and self-assessment tasks.
To complete the course, you will:
You’ll also gain real teaching experience through a required placement in a Further Education setting.
Throughout the course, you’ll be supported with:
You’ll also complete teaching observations, helping you improve with structured feedback.
Assessment is based on your portfolio and a final professional discussion.
After completing the course, you can progress into teaching roles within the further education sector, work towards QTLS status, or continue onto higher education.
IMPORTANT: Placement must take place within a Further Education (FE) setting, and you’ll be responsible for arranging this yourself before or during the course.
Assignment Unit Titles:
More information about the Level 5 units can be found here: https://resources.tquk.org/hubfs/Qualification%20Specs%20-%20May%202024/Specification%20610-3842-8.pdf
To enrol this course, you’ll need to be 19 or over and have some qualifications or experience in your chosen subject area.
You should be ready to study at Level 5 and must not have any criminal background that would prevent you from working with young people or vulnerable adults.
Before starting, you’ll also need to have achieved at least a Level 2 qualification in both Maths and English.
You should also be qualified and/or experienced in your area of specialism.
Level 5 Diploma in Teaching: £2,900
Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest free.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
As part of the course, you’ll gain valuable real-world teaching experience through 250 hours of placement in a Further Education setting. This includes at least 150 hours of teaching practice, giving you the confidence and skills needed to step into a teaching role.
Placement must take place within a Further Education (FE) setting, and you’ll be responsible for arranging this yourself before or during the course.
You’ll also build experience across two different environments, where you’ll take an active role in teaching, from delivering real classes and planning lessons to assessing student work and learning from experienced teachers. You’ll also be involved in meetings and professional development, giving you a full insight into day-to-day teaching.
To support your progress, you’ll receive regular teaching observations with constructive feedback, helping you refine your skills and grow in confidence.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong portfolio of evidence showcasing your teaching ability, preparing you for opportunities within the further education sector.
You can also work towards QTLS Status. Learn more: https://membershipmatters.et-foundation.co.uk/qtls
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Once you’ve enrolled on the Teacher Training Course you’ll have access to our expert tutors, with years of experience our friendly team are always on hand to help provide advice and support. Whether you need to ask a few quick questions about a module topic, or you’d like in-depth feedback on your assignments – we’re here to help.
Our Program Leader for this course is Mike Donald. Teaching for 30+ years to classes from primary to advanced level. Tutorial work with degree-level and postgraduate students. Development of online courses for 16 years.
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It’s really simple to enrol on our Teaching online course, it only takes a few moments and you can either enrol online or over the phone, it’s entirely up to you:
Yes, you’ll need to be working or have access to a placement in a Further Education setting, as the course requires you to complete real teaching hours.
This ensures you gain practical, hands-on experience alongside your studies.
Assessment is based on your overall performance throughout the course. You’ll complete written assignments, build a portfolio of evidence (including lesson plans and teaching records), and take part in a final professional discussion.
After completing the course, you can progress into teaching roles within the further education and skills sector.
You may also choose to work towards QTLS status or continue onto higher education in a related subject.
Learners must meet the following minimum criteria:
• 19 years of age and above • Qualified and/or experienced in their area of specialism • Able to demonstrate an ability to study at level 5 • Do not have a criminal background which prevents them from working as a teacher with young people or vulnerable adults. • Achievement of a minimum of level 2 in both maths and English prior to starting the qualification • Suitable level of digital competency to ensure they can meet the requirements of the qualification.