About the course

This course will prepare you with everything you need to start work in a full teaching/training role. You will learn and apply the practical and theoretical aspects of planning, teaching/training and assessing in Further and Adult Education or the private or public sector. This 30 week course is for perfect for anybody working either full or part-time in a full teacher, trainer or instructor role.

How much does it cost?

The fee for this course is: £950

Contact Us or call 01279 868100 to get the most up-to-date info on fees and the financial support that may be available.

Who is it suitable for?

This course is suitable for you if:

• You work as a teacher, trainer or instructor in the private or public sector or Further and Adult Education
• Have access to at least 30 hours of teaching, training or instructing groups over a twelve month period
• Are not currently teaching or training but has access to voluntary work that meets the requirements of the course
• Are currently working as an assessor but has access to teaching, training or instructing work that meets the requirements of the course

Why study?

The course offers a blended model of delivery, with weekly online live classes that support you with understanding the key topics and practising the skills you need to be successful in a training and teaching role. In the live classes you will be learning from both teacher input and from fellow students working in the same profession.

Skills you will develop:

• Know the roles and responsibilities of a teacher/trainer in relation to legislation, equality, diversity, inclusivity and meeting the needs of learners. 
• Use initial and diagnostic assessments and plan and deliver inclusive teaching and learning
• How to plan inclusive sessions that motivate learners
• Apply appropriate training and teaching approaches 
• Make formative and summative assessments of learning 
• Use appropriate resources to support effective learning
• How to use digital applications to support training and teaching
• How to evaluate training and teaching sessions and identify improvements

Where will this course take me?

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Core modules

• The roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Planning inclusive teaching and learning approaches
• Assessment of learners
• Use of resources
• Understanding and managing behaviour
• Preparing for the personal tutor role
• Understanding principles and practices of assessment
• Embedding employability skills

How will I be assessed?

Completion of eight assignments and the creation of a portfolio of evidence which consists of: 

• Three one hour observations of your teaching
• Written work
• Video logs
• Reflective journal

Will I have to provide anything?

You will attend the course from home, so a device, such as a tablet or laptop would be essential to have, as well as a quite area to work from and a good Wi-Fi signal.