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Education and Training
Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills)
Course Price: £799
One Enrolment, Two Qualifications – Level 5 DiT + FREE IQA Course
Our Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills (formerly Level 5 DET) is designed to develop the knowledge and practical teaching skills needed to teach confidently in the FE sector. Ideal for aspiring teachers seeking a recognised qualification to apply for the QTLS status.
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Level 5 Diploma in Teaching Qualification Overview
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills is an Ofqual regulated teaching qualification intended to equip learners for teaching and training in the Further Education and Skills sector. Learners will be able to develop an understanding of how teaching and learning is delivered in a variety of sectors such as colleges, adult education settings, independent training providers and other vocational education environments. Our Level 5 Teaching Diploma will help aspirants develop practical teaching skills that would enable them to work professionally as a Further Education teacher/lecturer.
Furthermore, this Diploma in Teaching will give learners in-depth knowledge, understanding and professional practice regarding a myriad of teaching areas and subskills such as: curriculum planning, lesson delivery, assessment strategies, classroom management, safeguarding, learner support, equality and diversity, digital/online pedagogies and professional responsibilities within the FE sector. Learners will also have the opportunity to exercise reflective practice skills, inclusive teaching strategies, educational technologies by teaching learners with diverse needs, as well as gathering authentic teaching practice through placement hours and teaching observations.
Entry Profile for Level 5 Teaching Diploma
Our Level 5 Teaching Diploma which has replaced the previous Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) has been designed for aspirants looking to progress into teaching in the Further Education and Skills sector though QTLS status. Our L5 DiT is also an ideal starting point for aspiring lecturers, trainers, tutors, or industry professionals wishing to transition to education and training. However, learners must hold a Level 2 in English and Maths and be well-qualified or experienced in their specialist area with good literacy, numeracy and digital skills. This level 5 teaching qualification is suitable for learners already in a teaching placement or have access to a suitable teaching/voluntary position to complete the practical component of the course.
Post Qualification Pathways
Upon successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills, enrolled learners will be eligible to claim a free accredited certificate for the Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices. Additionally, after successful completion, learners may work towards achieving Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status, to strengthen their professional profile as a qualified teacher. Lastly, our Level 5 Diploma in Teaching can also open up new avenues for aspirants planning to work in teaching, training, curriculum development, quality assurance, education leadership, or other education-related positions in colleges, adult education and vocational training setups such as FE Lecturer/Teacher. Aspiring IQAs can top up their free IQA certificate with our following programs at a reduced cost to advance their IQA career:
More Details About Level 5 DiT (FE and Skills)
Assessment for this Level 5 Teaching qualification is completed via:
- Written Assignments
- Portfolio of Evidence
- 10 Teaching Observations – 45 minutes each
- 250 Hours Professional Teaching Placement Practice
- 30 Minutes Professional Discussion at the end of the course
| Unit 1: Teaching My Subject | Unit 2: Learners and Learning |
| Unit 3: Teachers and Teaching | Unit 4: Professional Practice |
| Unit 5: Effective Digital and Online Pedagogies | Unit 6: Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area |
| Unit 7: Equality and Diversity | Unit 8: Preparing for the Personal Tutoring Role |
| Unit 9: Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment |
The 250 hours of teaching placement would be covered through the following teaching/supporting duties:
Direct Teaching Practice:
- A minimum of 150 hours of teaching practice
- 100 hours of teaching must be provided in the specialist subject area (Out of these 100 hours, 80 hours should be face-to-face and 20 hours should be remote live teaching)
- 50 hours of teaching could be in any subject area
Supporting Teaching Practice:Â
- A minimum of 100 hours of non teaching practice activities like:
- Team meetings, Planning and Workshops
- Interviews and Assessment Meetings
- Observations and Curriculum Planning
- CPD Engagement/Participation
- Other Activities
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* Observations are conducted by a tutor/mentor, subject specialist or placement mentor.
All trainees must be supported by two placement-based staff members, in addition to their course tutor.
Subject Specialist Mentor
- To provide subject-specific guidance in the trainee’s teaching area
- Offer approximately 30 minutes guidance session per week
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Pastoral Support Mentor
- To provide general guidance, wellbeing, and placement support
- Offer approximately 30 minutes guidance session per week
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*The second Pastoral Support Mentor will be in liason with us for monitoring ongoing progress and report
Trainee teachers must gain experience in a minimum of two teaching locations to ensure a broad range of teaching practice.
The second placement must include at least 20 hours and should ideally be with a different provider.
- Where a second provider is not possible, alternatives may include:
- Teaching a different subject area within the same provider
- Teaching at a different venue within the same provider
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The 20-hour requirement is not limited to teaching hours and may include wider professional practice experience.
With Ofqual regulation, our affiliated awarding body Focus Awards ensures its qualifications are consistent, credible and at par with regulatory standards.
Qualification Number: Â 610/5281/4
The course is offered via self-paced learning model. On average, completing our Level 5 Diploma in Teaching takes about 10 months depending on the learner’s study pace and schedule. The course access also remains available for 12 months from enrolment. However, If a learner requires extra time past the initial access period, a small re-enrolment fee will be charged.
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£799
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Frequently Asked Questions
This Level 5 Teaching qualification is appropriate for learners who are, or would like to be, working as teachers in the Further Education and Skills sector. This can be for lecturers, trainers, tutors, vocational teachers, industry professionals wishing to gain recognised teaching awards and practical competence in teaching.
The course is also suitable for those wishing to make a transition within the education and training sector, and gain a better understanding of good teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation. Learners will examine theories and frameworks for education and research in education and gain practical experience in planning, carrying out and evaluating inclusive educational programs. Also, learners will gain knowledge about professionalism in education and training and the implications of this for the role of a qualified Further Education teacher.
Access to the learning materials and tutor support for this Diploma in Education and Training remains available for a period of 12 months from the date of enrolment.Â
Yes, our study model offers all courses on Excelon learning online through our user friendly VLE with expert guided learning support. In this way, you can complete the Level 5 DiT course online and gain your Level 5 teaching qualification alongside your teaching placement.
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills is the updated qualification that has now replaced the previous Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET), or DTTLS qualification, as the recognised standard qualification for QTLS status eligibility and teaching within the Further Education and Skills sector.
There are 10 mandatory teaching observations for the Level 5 Teaching Diploma, carried out in a real Further Education setting, typically with groups of 10 or more learners. Each observation lasts at least 45 minutes and contributes evidence towards occupational teaching standards, with early sessions focusing on developmental feedback and later ones used for formal assessment.
Observations are completed by a tutor, subject specialist, or mentor, with up to two delivered remotely live and one additional remote observation where appropriate. All observation records form part of the learner’s portfolio and contribute to the final professional discussion assessment.
This Diploma in Teaching qualification opens doors to roles such as FE lecturer, tutor, trainer, and assessor within the FE and Skills sector, including colleges, training providers, and community education sectors.
Yes, the DiT previously Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) has practical teaching component of 250 hrs. You will be working in real classroom settings to provide evidence for 10 teaching observations and 250 hrs of teaching.Â
Yes, following are the entry requirements for learners taking the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills:
- Be 18 years of age atleast
- Must previously hold a Level 2 in English and Maths.Â
Absolutely, not. There are no set deadlines for this Level 5 Diploma in Teaching FE and Skills course. Since, it’s a self-paced course, learners are free to study the course at their own time provided they remain within the 1 year time of access.
In case you have any additional queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly and talk to one of our admissions advisor. Alternatively, you may fill in our quick enquiry form and one of our admissions advisor will get back to you within 24 hours.
Hannah Wells –
I was unsure about this as this is a newly launched course but the course content and recourses are really up to date and helpful. Staff support was very accommodating and supportive. I would definitely enrol myself in some other course as well.
Anastasia Cooper –
This Diploma in Education course was very elaborative and worthwhile. I was able to learn on my timeline as the course and the staff are very flexible. The units covered all the important points and the practical part was also very easy to follow and understand.
Dr. Josh Red –
As an aspiring teacher, this course is really helpful and useful for me. I feel like I am in much better place to understand complex concepts and can help my students in managing their doubts. What I liked most was how straightforward and accessible the course is even the simple language that the units are explained in that you can study on your own and if you need and help, the support tutor is there to assist anytime.
Christopher Kar –
This Level 5 Diploma in Education is an excellent and valuable course that helps develop professional teaching skills. It provides a strong understanding of lesson planning, classroom management, and learner engagement. The course content is practical and career-focused, making it highly beneficial for aspiring and current teachers which I really appreciate.
Kantene Hasan –
It was a great learning experience with Excelon Learning. The course that I enroled in improved my teaching skills, confidence, and classroom management. I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in a career in education.