What does the course include?

The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS) is the teaching qualification developed particularly for the full teaching role in further education. It prepares trainee teachers for a wide range of contexts. The qualification meets the requirements of the Further Education Teachers Qualifications (England) Regulations 2007. The course includes a full teaching placement in the following areas:

• Business Studies
• Construction
• Electronics
• Engineering
• English Literature and Language
• ESOL
• Health, Social Care & Early Years
• ICT
• LLDD
• Mathematics
• Media & Sonic Arts
• Motor Vehicle
• Performing Arts
• Plumbing
• Public Services
• Science
• Social Sciences
• Sports
• Travel & Tourism
• Visual Arts

What do I need to get on to the course?

Candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:

• Are capable of meeting the professional standards for the learning and skills sector by the end of the course
• Can read and communicate clearly and accurately enough to meet the requirements of their training and the assessment tasks for each unit
• Do not have a criminal background which might prevent them from working as a teacher with young people or vulnerable adults - a CRB check will be required
• Achieved Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy
• Hold a relevant vocational and/or academic qualification of at least Level 3 in her/his own of area of specialism.

In addition candidates must have one of the following:

• A first degree
• A professional qualification recognised as being of practitioner level
• Relevant industrial/commercial experience at an appropriate practitioner level.

The interview process

All applicants must supply 2 suitable referees. All applications will be vetted and suitable candidates invited for interview, where they will be required to do a brief presentation around an object or image that is significant in relation to them wanting to become a teacher. Candidates will also be asked a number of standard questions and be required to bring certification as proof they meet the entry requirements of the programme.

Interviews dates for 2012 are:

• Tuesday 22nd May 4-6pm
• Tuesday 12th June 3-6pm
• Tuesday 19th June 3-6pm
• Thursday 5th July 3-6pm

How is the course assessed?

Assessment is all done through coursework. This will include theoretical and practical portfolio work, observations of teaching and a reflective log. Candidates will undertake a minimum 100 hours of practical teaching.

Where does it lead?

Successful completion results in candidates being qualified to teach, train or tutor, in a full teaching role, in FE colleges, Adult and Community learning Centres, Learning Providers or other organisations that may deliver work based training such as voluntary, community, private and public organisations. Once accepted into a full teaching role the qualification provides teachers with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills in order to gain full qualified status, teachers need to complete Qualified Teaching Learning and Skills (QTLS), through Professional Formation.

Validation  

For further information please visit this external link:

http://www.ascentis.co.uk/qualification.asp?qid=2259 

For further information and to apply

If you wish to apply for this course, please complete a College application form.

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