The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (with Learning and Development) is a teaching qualification with a teaching/training practise requirement. It is an ‘in service’ qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England.

The qualification covers the knowledge and skills required by teachers/trainers in the further education and skills sector, such as:

  • teaching, learning and assessment in education and training developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training
  • theories, principles and models of education and training Wider professional practice and development in education and training

All candidates must have access to 100 hours of teaching.

The Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (with Learning and Development) extends into investigation and research into current practice, theories and models relating to education and training. Throughout the programme, candidates will demonstrate their ability to transfer their research findings into their own practice.