NEW! Level 5 Diploma in Teaching Specifications
The TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills) is regulated by Ofqual.
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
Entry Requirements
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.
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.
Placement Requirements
the placement should be a minimum of 250 hours, with at least 150 hours dedicated to teaching practice.
at least 100 hours in teacher’s subject area, and 20 hours of that should be remote delivery
non-teaching practice includes: meetings, planning, and CPD activities
teachers need to have two separate placements, however for larger establishments the second location could be in a different subject area within the same establishment, with 20 non-teaching hours in that location.
teachers need to have mentoring and support from two staff members at their placement in addition to their course tutor. Recommended 30 minutes per week from both a subject specialist and local pastoral support mentor respectively.
ten observations are required, the majority being with groups of at least ten learners, and should be for a minimum of 45 minutes, with 10 working days between each observation. Two observations can be live remote ones while one can be observed remotely (recorded).
a professional discussion conducted in person by two qualified teachers, one from the centre and one from the placement, to determine the trainee has met professional standards.
