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Course overview
This qualification has been developed to provide contemporary skills and knowledge required for learners working or aspiring to work as a teacher in the further education sector. It has been designed to meet the latest occupational standards and replaces the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
The qualification aims to cover a wide spectrum of job roles within the diverse FE landscape, supporting educators in colleges, adult education, offender education, work-based learning, and independent training organisations.
This qualification equips learners with the knowledge and skills for subject-specific teaching, addressing challenges with tailored pedagogy and integrating subject knowledge into effective teaching strategies, preparing them for the dynamic and diverse landscape of further education teaching. Learners will also gain digital competence as the qualification ensures a baseline standard in technology, promoting adaptability to the evolving landscape of educational technology.
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
- Virtual
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Duration study load
This is an online course, you have up to two years to complete, but the course can be completed in a shorter time frame.
Entry requirements
You must be aged 19 or over to enrol on this course, qualified and/or experienced in your area of specialism and the ability to study at Level 5.
Work placement
Teaching hours
Learners must have access to a work placement within a further education setting throughout the course. The placement should be a minimum of 250 hours, with at least 150 dedicated to teaching practice.
Teaching practice hours
The 150 hours of teaching practice need to consist of:
- At least 100 hours in your subject area, of which a minimum of 80 hours must be face-to-face delivery.
- Evidence of demonstrating high-quality teaching online and remotely.
- 20 hours teaching a different subject or at a different venue with the same provider – these hours can include a range of professional activities, not only teaching hours
Non-teaching practice
The non-teaching practice hours should be spent completing professional activities such as:
- team meetings
- planning
- interviews
- assessment meetings
- observations
- CPD activities.
Mentors
All trainee teachers should have support from two staff members at their placement; they must be willing to complete any necessary training at the commencement of the course and liaise with MKLC throughout your course.
Mentor 1
Subject Specialist competent in and teaching your subject area, offering subject-specific support. This staff member should be available to dedicate 30 minutes per week for support and engagement in assessments, especially in the subject-specific aspect.
Mentor 2
Local Pastoral Support Mentor for general advice and support. This mentor may be supporting a group of trainee teachers. The recommended support time is 30 minutes per trainee per week. This mentor is expected to liaise with the provider regarding ongoing progress reports.
Observations
You will need to have a minimum of 10 observations, the majority of ideally in groups of at least ten learners. Each observation must be a minimum of 45 minutes and completed either by MKLC or your subject specialist placement mentor. MKLC will complete two of your observations spaced out during your course. The observations must be spaced throughout your qualification, with a minimum of 10 days between observations. A maximum of two observations may be of your live remote delivery, and one observation can be assessed remotely.
Location
You must experience placements in at least two different locations to gain exposure to diverse teaching environments, and a minimum of 20 non-teaching hours should be dedicated to activities in the second location. If not feasible, it is acceptable for the second placement to be in a different subject area/and or department within the same provider.
Assessment
You will complete the assignments on the Moodle site, as well as having access to teaching hours, which will be observed. Below, the requirements for teaching hours, placements, and observations are covered in more detail. For the assignments, these may be a written task, a reflective journal, or producing evidence from your teaching role. Each assignment has the criteria marked on it that it aims to cover.
However, there may be cases where these are not fully covered. Your tutor will provide feedback online where you have uploaded your work, as well as send you a progress report with feedback telling you what else you need to do to complete the assignment.
At the end of your course, once you have completed all units of the course, you will need to have a 30-minute professional discussion. This will be conducted with two qualified teachers, one from MKLC and one from your placement.
Additional information
Why choose MKLC Training?
Our qualified and experienced tutors provide dedicated support to students through regular feedback and guidance, so you are not left wondering if your latest assignment was okay, or even received!
As our DiT course is delivered online, you can start whenever you want, and access materials and assignments at times to suit you.
ALL of your materials are provided online, so there are no additional costs.
FAQs
Is this the same as a CertEd?
No, it is a different qualification.
Can I apply for QTLS with this qualification?
Yes, for QTLS you need a level 5 teaching qualification.
Does the course lead to QTS?
You can apply for QTLS with the qualification, which since 2012 has been accepted in schools
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, interest-free instalment plans are available.
The requirements seem different to my colleague who enrolled before September 2024 – why is this?
This is the new course which has replaced the previous course- Diploma in Education and Training. This course is designed in line with the updated standards. The requirements of the course are different to the previous qualification, but these are set by Ofqual, not the providers
Subjects
During the course, you have access to our learning site to complete the course and be allocated a tutor to guide and support you. For each unit, there will be lessons that you can complete at your own pace, and there will also be an optional webinar lesson each month per unit (recordings are available for those unable to attend in person).
After the lessons, you will need to complete the online assignments. Being a Level 5 qualification, you will be expected to carry out some further research (some initial reference points will be provided), and you will also need to apply to your own teaching practice.
About MKLC Training
At MKLC Training we are passionate about delivering quality training.
Established in 1989, MKLC Training has been providing foreign language, teacher training and professional development courses both online and face to face for 30 years.
With over 20,000 students successfully completing their qualifications with us, we have the experience & expertise to get you there.
Wherever you are in the world, we hope to share your learning journey.
