Course summary
The NCFE Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (Further Education and Skills) is a nationally recognised teaching qualification for those looking to pursue a career in post-16 education, including colleges, sixth forms, adult and community learning, and work-based training. This programme is designed to equip trainee teachers and trainers with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to plan, deliver, and evaluate inclusive teaching and learning. The course covers a broad range of professional teaching practices, including curriculum planning, assessment strategies, classroom management, and understanding of wider policy and educational frameworks. Trainees will also undertake a minimum of 100 hours of teaching practice and receive support from an experienced subject mentor throughout their placement. Ideal for those already working in a teaching role or seeking to transition into further education, this diploma meets the professional standards required for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status, once completed and combined with professional formation through the Society for Education and Training (SET).
Modules
Core Units (Mandatory): Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training Wider Professional Practice and Development in Education and Training Optional Units (examples – provider-dependent): Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area Inclusive Practice Teaching in a Specialist Area Action Research Managing Behaviour in a Learning Environment Effective Partnership Working in the Learning and Teaching Context
Assessment method
Assessment for the NCFE Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is both practical and theoretical, designed to demonstrate the trainee's competence in teaching and reflective practice. The key assessment methods include: Written assignments Teaching practice observations (minimum of 8, totalling at least 8 hours) Lesson planning and resource development Reflective journals and self-evaluations Peer and mentor feedback Portfolio of evidence (compiling all completed work and evidence of teaching practice) All assessments are internally assessed and externally moderated to ensure national standards are met.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £1525 | Year 1 |
| England | £1525 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £1525 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1525 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £1525 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £1525 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £1525 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
Hinckley Road
Nuneaton
CV11 6BH