Professional Diploma in Education & Teaching (DTLLS) Level 5

Course Description

This is the mandatory professional qualification for teachers in the lifelong learning sector.

Times and Costs

Start Date	End Date	Day	Time	Location	Attendance	Cost	Entitlement*
03/09/12	11/06/14	MON	17:00- 21:00	Coalville	Part Time	£2696	N/A*

Prices shown are for the 2012-13 academic year which starts in August 2012. TBC prices for the next academic year will be updated on the website as they become available.

If the duration of your course is more than 1 year, further tuition/material fees will be expected 12 months after starting your course unless you are exempt from payment.

Course Level

Level 5

Entry Requirements

Minimum Level 3 in subject specialism
Literacy and Numeracy at Level 2
Must be employed in a teaching role in the lifelong learning sector

Course Length

2 years x 30 weeks x 4 hours

What will I study

You will develop the skills you need to meet the new government standards for teaching in the lifelong learning sector, which will lead to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status (QTLS).

> Management of Learning Resources
> Learning and its Assessment
> Teaching in other Contexts
> The Subject Specialist
> Student Support and Effective Classroom Communication
> Management of Classroom Behaviour
> The Broad Spectrum of the Lifelong Learning Sector
> Independent Research Project

How will I learn?

A variety of teaching methods are used, including formal teaching, guided/individual work and observations.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed on your coursework through written assignments, a professional development journal and a teaching file.

Where could it lead?

You will already be employed in the sector but if you successfully complete the course you could move into a course coordinator role, management or gain other kinds of promotion.

Materials/Equipment Required

Students will have access to the college's Higher Education Centre for IT facilities and books.
It is expected that students will purchase certain texts throughout the course.

Disclaimer

Stephenson College has taken care to ensure the information on this site is as accurate as possible at the time of publication. It is intended as a general guide to the College's courses and facilities and forms no part of a contract. The College accepts no liability and reserves the right to make changes to course information or withdraw without notice any of the programmes or facilities described. It is advisable to check your chosen course information prior to enrolment.