Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills)

MKLC

Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE and skills)

Digital certificate - Included

Assessments and observations

Included in course price

The Diploma in Teaching (FE and Skills) is a Level 5 qualification, accredited by TQUK, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body. This ensures the course meets rigorous quality standards and is widely recognised across the Further Education (FE) sector.

To successfully achieve the Diploma, learners must complete 120 credits. The course blends theoretical understanding with practical teaching application.

(Unit Code: T/651/0481)
Learners will:

• Understand contemporary educational theories and practices

• Explore pedagogic methodologies within their subject area

• Analyse curriculum development and threshold concepts

• Understand policy context in FE

• Plan integrated curriculum strategies

(Unit Code: Y/651/0482)
Learners will:

• Understand diverse learner needs in FE

• Implement safeguarding strategies

• Prepare learners for progression

• Conduct and implement initial and diagnostic assessments

(Unit Code: A/651/0483)
Learners will:

• Understand the teacher’s role and sector structure

• Explore professionalism and inclusive practice

• Apply effective teaching methods

• Contribute to quality improvement in FE

(Unit Code: H/651/0486)
Learners will:

• Implement and integrate EDI strategies

• Mitigate barriers to inclusion

• Reflect on personal contribution to EDI in education

(Unit Code: J/651/0487)
Learners will:

• Understand collaborative practices in FE

• Use effective communication in partnership settings

• Build productive working relationships

(Unit Code: K/651/0488)
Learners will:

• Design and deliver effective assessments

• Analyse assessment data

• Understand assessment theory and application in FE

(Unit Code: L/651/0489)
Learners will:

• Develop and evaluate learning resources

• Understand legal and ethical considerations

• Apply resources to enhance learning in their subject area

(Unit Code: T/651/0490)
Learners will:

• Plan and deliver inclusive and engaging sessions

• Develop through collaboration and feedback

• Prepare learners for success and support learning

• Provide effective, reflective feedback

(Unit Code: Y/651/0491)
Learners will:

• Understand behavioural theories and policies

• Apply effective behaviour management strategies

• Reflect on personal practice and learner engagement

(Unit Code: A/651/0492)

• Maintain subject expertise

• Engage in CPD

• Apply reflective models to teaching practice

(Unit Code: D/651/0493)

• Deliver lessons using digital tools

• Evaluate personal digital skills

• Understand and apply educational technologies

To complete the course, learners must have access to a suitable placement in a Further Education setting. This placement must include:

• 250 total hours in an FE setting

• 150 teaching hours, including:

  • Minimum 100 hours in your subject area

  • At least 80 hours face-to-face delivery

  • Some evidence of remote delivery (unless in SEND or exceptional circumstances)

You must undertake placements in two different settings to gain varied teaching experience.

• A minimum of 20 non-teaching hours must be spent in the second setting.

• This second setting can be a different provider or a different department/subject within a larger organisation.

You will be supported by two mentors at your placement:

• Must be qualified in your subject area

• Provides weekly (30-minute) support

• Assists with subject-specific assessment components

• Offers general guidance and wellbeing support

• May support multiple trainee teachers

• Provides progress updates (recommended 30 minutes per week)

Both mentors must complete a brief training session at the start of the course and maintain contact with MKLC.

• You must complete a minimum of 10 formal observations throughout the course

• Each observation must:

  • Last at least 45 minutes

  • Involve groups of at least 10 learners (where possible)

  • Be spaced out (minimum 10 days apart)

  • Include 2 observations carried out by MKLC

  • Allow for up to 2 remote observations, including 1 remote assessment

This qualification is designed for aspiring and current educators working across the diverse landscape of Further Education. It supports professionals in a wide range of settings, including:

• Colleges

• Adult and community education

• Offender learning environments

• Work-based learning providers

• Independent training organisations

• You must be aged 19 or
• Qualified and/or experienced in your area of specialism
• Able to demonstrate an ability to study at Level 5
• No criminal background
• Minimum level 2 in English and Mathematics prior to starting the course
• Suitable level of digital competency
• In a teaching placement with access to a second centre

Possible career paths:

• Teacher- average salary- £30,000 to £41,333 depending on seniority, subject specialism and location.
• Trainer- average salary- £33,399 depending on subject specialism and location
• Students may also progress onto other qualifications