ELCAS funding is available for this course
Course overview
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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Who's It For?
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is suitable for teachers, trainers and tutors working in schools (State/Academies) further education, adult and community learning or work-based training within a public, private, voluntary or a community organisation.
It prepares trainee teachers to teach in a wide range of contexts and requires observation and assessment of practice.
Job outcomes
- Teacher
What you'll learn
- Planning and developing schemes of work
- Delivering learning sessions
- Developing teaching and learning strategies
- Assessment practices
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
- Virtual
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Duration study load
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.
Delivery
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Online
Entry requirements
To enrol in 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.
Course features
- 1-2-1 tutor support
- Live webinars
- Social learning forums
- Regular feedback and guidance
Work placement
Your Teaching Work Placement
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
Assessment
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.
Subjects
- Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area
- Evaluating Learning Programmes
- Managing Learning and Development in Groups
- Inclusive Practice
Part B is assessed by classroom observations, Portfolio, Video Evidence and classroom Feedback reviews.
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Online Business School is a UK-based provider of flexible online qualifications, helping learners gain recognised skills while balancing work, family and other commitments. We offer a wide range of Ofqual-regulated diplomas in Business, Leadership, Management, IT, Cyber Security, Law, Accounting, Health and Social Care, Education, and more.Our courses are 100% online and self-paced, allowing students to study anytime, anywhere, with dedicated tutor support throughout their learning journey. Many of our qualifications also provide progression routes to university top-up degrees and MBA programmes. Whether you're preparing for civilian employment, looking to develop new skills, or planning your next career move, Online Business School offers affordable, flexible learning designed to help you achieve your goals.
