ITC Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (Specialist Education)

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This qualification has been designed to support an individual's entry into the teaching/training industry. The qualification itself has been developed to meet the national Minimum Core Standards for Teacher Training Qualifications for the Further Education and Skills Sector and is aimed at those that want to teach in a specialist area. This could be conservation work or other fields. ITC specialises in the outdoor education sector.

Please Note: This suite of qualification does not allow progression to QTLS status due to recent changes, however the suite is under review. Please contact for further information.

Learners will gain skills and/or knowledge in:

roles and responsibilities,
inclusive teaching,
legislation,
pedagogical principles,
theories, principles and models of learning, communication and assessment.
Teaching, learning and assessment in a specialist area is also covered including developing specialist resources for use in delivery.
plan and deliver sessions to groups of learners,
plan a scheme of work in their specialist area;
develop resources in their specialist area;
develop their professional practice to a high level
produce assessment evidence at their own pace

How is this Qualification Assessed?

This qualification is assessed by the completion of a portfolio of evidence and practical observation by an expert assessor.

Qualification Time

390 Guided Learning Hours

Plus additional self-guided study time

Additional Information

Qualification Number - 610/3156/2 Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) Link

To undertake this qualification, delivery of a minimum of 100 hours of teaching practice is required, with observation of some of these sessions. Access to groups of learners and real-life teaching practice is therefore required.

Does this qualification attract funding?

Yes (for further information consult Learning Aims Reference Service)

Can this qualification be delivered as part of a blended or remote learning programme?

Yes