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Level 5 Education and Training Course in Bristol – Ashley Down Centre – Full-time

Cost£2,900.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 5 Education and Training Course in Bristol. Classes run at Ashley Down Centre, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma is designed for people who want to teach or train adults in further education and skills settings. You'll need to arrange at least 100 hours of teaching practice as part of the course, so you'll need access to a suitable teaching environment before you start. The course covers teaching methods, planning, assessment, and professional development. It takes one year full-time.

Who this course is for

This Diploma is available as a 2 year part-time course starting in September 2016 or January 2017 ora 1 year full-time course starting in September 2016.

Entry requirements

You need to provide evidence that you can achieve the required teaching practice, ie at least 100 hours in a suitable location for practice which will allow a trainee teacher to meet the required standards.----You will need to identify a 'mentor' to assist you in your progress through the programme--You need to be 19 years of age or over--You need the aptitude and potential to study and achieve at Level 5--You should be able to achieve Level 2 as a minimum in your English, Mathematics and ICT skills--You need subject-specific qualifications/experience in the subject in which you are teaching--For all employed or seeking employment with a teaching or training organisation you will be required to provide a current DBS check--

What you will learn

  • You'll develop the skills to plan and deliver teaching sessions for adult learners.
  • You'll learn how to assess learner progress using a range of methods.
  • You'll study theories of learning and how to apply them in the classroom.
  • You'll build skills in giving feedback and supporting learner development.
  • You'll understand how to create inclusive learning environments.
  • You'll develop your professional practice through reflective teaching.
  • You'll learn how to meet the standards set out in the Learning and Skills Teacher Occupational Standard.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at Ashley Down Centre. Assessment includes observed teaching practice, written assignments, and a portfolio of evidence from your teaching placement. You'll need to complete at least 100 hours of teaching practice in a suitable setting. A mentor will support you through the programme. Assessment is designed to demonstrate your competence as a teacher in further education and skills contexts.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ashley Down Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange your own teaching practice placement of at least 100 hours and identify a mentor to support you through the programme.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Adult Educator: teaching adults in further education colleges
  • Vocational Trainer: delivering work-based or skills training
  • Skills Coach: supporting learners in employment programmes
  • Community Learning Tutor: teaching in community education settings
  • Workplace Trainer: delivering in-house training for employers
  • Learning and Development Facilitator: supporting staff training in organisations

What you could study next

With a Level 5 education and training qualification, you could progress to a Level 6 or Level 7 qualification in education or professional development. A PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in Education) in the lifelong learning sector is one route for those who want to deepen their teaching expertise. A Level 7 qualification in coaching or leadership in education could support a move into management or curriculum development roles.

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