Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, with Masters of Education Pathway

This qualification is regulated by OfQual, and provided through our Awarding Organisation NOCN. Download the official qualification specification from the NOCN website.

The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is a high-level qualification in the field of teaching. This course is widely chosen by teachers that want to upgrade their qualifications to the next level and for students that want to get into the teaching profession especially in the United Kingdom. The course is based mostly on learning through practical work. This qualification is required in most educational and training institutes that are looking to hire teachers or trainers. Once a candidate has acquired this qualification, they shall be able to properly assess their teaching skills through quality improvement and learning different approaches towards fulfilling the role of a teacher. Upon completion of the course, the candidates will be rewarded with an NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.

This Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training has a mandatory teaching/training practice requirement. It is an ‘in service’ qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England. All learners must have access to 100 hours of teaching and there must be a minimum of eight observations of practice, totaling a minimum of eight hours.

Who is it for?

As we mentioned above, the Diploma is for tutors, trainers, learning & development leaders, students and teachers looking forward to upgrade their teaching skills to the next level. For the eligibility criteria, the candidates are required to have a level 3 qualification in a particular subject in which they wish to excel in and a level 2 qualification in basic subjects such as English or Mathematics.

If you want to work in a variety of industries, around the world, this is the right programme for you as large and diverse companies such as Yelp, Pixar, AirBnB and Etsy have learning, development and training departments. Graduates may also work in elementary, secondary or higher education, corporate training, management retreats, high-tech & engineering development initiatives and government.

The Diploma requires its applicants to be above 19 years of age and clear of a criminal background. This qualification is for those that are willing to meet practice requirements and go through at least 100 hours of teaching practice sessions. Individuals that have remarkable communication skills and are familiar with conveying their instructions to learners through different methods are most likely preferred.

Masters of Education

For educators who have significant work experience in higher education, learning, development & training, vocational training, safety or industry-standards delivery are highly competent and only lack the academic recognition to move on to the prestigious Masters of Education.

UARD has a recognition of prior learning (RPL) process in place that provides credit points for educators, enabling them to:

1. have their work experience recognized and current roles assessed – this is called current competency,
2. include their previous record of professional and industry experience,
3. enter and complete the Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training, and then
4. move into the Masters of Education.

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Duration

The Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training involves 1-2 years of training. If a student is uncomfortable with training full time, they can train part-time according to their interests but the duration of the course may vary in these circumstances. Candidates who are experienced in the field of teaching are more likely to complete the course earlier than candidates that are new to teaching. 100% of the programme is held online to allow you to continue your work and family schedule, while also connecting with similarly motivated educators from around the world.

Topics Covered

The goal of the Diploma is to create highly skilled teachers that are able to efficiently fulfill the role of a teacher. The main course consists of assignments, research projects, optional units, and a portfolio that is to be presented from time to time. The lessons will be practiced in an environment similar to normal teaching classrooms where the candidate is working. Candidates will have exposure to qualified professionals with whom they will be able to share ideas and take utility from their expertise in the profession of teaching. The time management, handling assignments and punctuality play a major role in the candidate’s overall performance. Additionally, the course maintains a high standard of learning which requires the applicants to properly analyze research topics, polish their teaching strategies and come up with efficient ways of tackling learning weaknesses in students.

Recognition

The NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is recognized worldwide as a high-grade qualification. The awarding body NOCN is responsible for granting gold-standard qualifications and advancing careers. However, after completing this course, candidates are free to enroll themselves into UARD for further education or get hired as a professional teacher. The Level 5 Diploma qualification is highly demanded in terms of the job market across the globe.