Education, Teaching & Coaching
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Course Overview
Provides learners with knowledge and understanding of infants and young children from birth to seven years, with applied early-years knowledge for ages 0–5. Successful learners may enter the workforce as a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or progress to Level 3 study.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 16 or over; entry through a centre interview
- Applicants with considerable relevant experience but no formal qualifications may be considered individually
- IELTS 6 (or equivalent) where English is not the first language
- Normally two supporting references, preferably including one academic reference
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments
- Practical observations
- Case studies
- Portfolio of evidence
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 3 Diploma
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
Provides in-depth understanding of knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school environments, covering all aspects of specialist support.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 16 or over and normally hold a Level 2 qualification; entry through centre interview
- Applicants with considerable relevant experience but no formal qualifications may be considered individually
- IELTS 6 (or equivalent) where English is not the first language
- Normally two supporting references, preferably including one academic reference
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments
- Workplace evidence
- Direct observations
- Reflective accounts
- Professional discussions
- Portfolio of evidence
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 4 qualifications
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
Enables learners to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years, encouraging both academic and professional development in the early years sector.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 16 or over and normally hold a Level 2 qualification; entry through centre interview
- Applicants with considerable relevant experience but no formal qualifications may be considered individually
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments
- Practical observations in a real early years setting
- Portfolio of evidence
- Professional discussions
- Reflective accounts
- Workplace assessments
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 4 qualifications
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
Designed for practitioners employed in an early-years setting who wish to progress into an Advanced Practitioner role. Learners complete six mandatory units plus a minimum of 6 credits from the optional units, for at least 40 credits overall, with a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 18 or above
- Employed in an early-years setting and seeking progression to an Advanced Practitioner role
- Must already hold a full Level 3 early years/childcare qualification
- Entry is at the discretion of the approved centre
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments and work-related evidence
- Minimum 30 hours of teaching practice
- Mandatory assessed observations of practice
- Portfolio / practical evidence where required
- Micro-teaching simulation is not permitted
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- A Qualifi Level 5 qualification
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
Provides recognition for learners developing their practice in post-16 education and training. Learners complete all five mandatory units and sufficient optional units to meet the qualification requirements, with a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 19 or above
- No specific prior learning qualification is required
- Qualified, proficient or experienced in the subject they intend to teach
- Able to demonstrate potential to study at academic Level 4
- Initial assessment of maths, English and ICT skills is required
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments and portfolio evidence
- Minimum 30 hours of teaching practice
- Mandatory assessed observations of practice
- Additional observed practice may be required for selected optional units
- Micro-teaching simulation is not permitted
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in related areas
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (603/6055/0)
- Bachelor’s degree second year
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
Develops practical teaching skills for a wide range of educational and training contexts. Combines theoretical and practical content in education programme design and learner engagement.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 18 or over
- A Level 3 qualification is normally expected
- IELTS 6 (or equivalent) where English is not the first language
- Normally two supporting references, preferably including one academic reference
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments
- Lesson plans and teaching practice
- Portfolio of evidence
- Programme evaluation report
- Professional reflective practice
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in related areas
- Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (603/6055/0)
- Bachelor’s degree second year
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
A Level 5 teaching qualification for further education and training. Learners complete four mandatory units (75 credits) and choose a minimum of 45 credits from the optional units to reach 120 credits, alongside at least 100 hours of teaching practice.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 19 or above; entry through centre interview and individual assessment
- No specific prior learning qualification is required, although a Level 4 Certificate may be helpful
- Qualified and/or experienced in the subject they intend to teach
- Able to demonstrate potential to study at academic Level 5
- Minimum 100 hours of teaching practice is required
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments and portfolio evidence
- Minimum 100 hours of teaching/training practice
- Minimum eight assessed teaching/training practice observations
- Work-related and reflective evidence as required by the units
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 6 qualification
- University to complete an undergraduate degree
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
A 240-credit qualification combining the Level 4 Diploma in Education and Training with six Level 5 units in learning, resource management, leadership and professional development. It provides a pathway to the final year of a related bachelor’s degree or further Level 6 study.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 18 or over
- Learners entering the Level 5 programme are normally expected to hold a Level 4 qualification
- IELTS 6 (or equivalent) where English is not the first language
- Normally two supporting references, preferably including one academic reference
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments
- Teaching practice reports
- Management reports
- Portfolio of evidence
- Reflective practice
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in related areas
- Bachelor’s degree final year
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
A 120-credit qualification in Early Learning and Childcare. Learners complete four mandatory units worth 96 credits and choose at least 24 credits from six optional units, together with a minimum of 100 hours of teaching practice.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Aged 19 or above; entry through centre interview and individual assessment
- No specific recommended prior learning requirement; a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Teaching may be helpful
- Able to demonstrate potential to study at academic Level 5
- Minimum 100 hours of teaching practice is required
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments and portfolio / workplace evidence
- Minimum 100 hours of teaching/training practice
- Minimum eight assessed teaching/training practice observations
- Practical and reflective evidence as required by the selected units
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 6 qualification
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
A Level 6 qualification for graduates seeking to become fully qualified compulsory-education teachers. It comprises three mandatory 30-credit units, including a Professional Placement requiring 120 days of teaching practice.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Entry through centre application and interview; learners are assessed individually
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant curriculum subject is required
- IELTS Academic 6.0, with at least 6.0 in reading and writing and 5.5 in speaking and listening
- Candidates must also meet relevant local regulatory requirements
Assessment Methods
- Work-related written assignments
- Portfolio of evidence
- Professional Placement with a minimum of 120 days of teaching practice
- Minimum two assessed observations totalling at least 5 hours, including feedback
- Case-study, research and reflective evidence where appropriate
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 7 qualification
- University progression
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
The Extended Diploma comprises the three mandatory Global Teaching Practice units plus one optional pedagogy unit. Learners must achieve 120 credits in total, and the Professional Placement requires 120 days of teaching practice.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Entry through centre application and interview; learners are assessed individually
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant curriculum subject is required
- IELTS Academic 6.0, with at least 6.0 in reading and writing and 5.5 in speaking and listening
- Candidates must also meet relevant local regulatory requirements
Assessment Methods
- Work-related written assignments
- Portfolio of evidence
- Professional Placement with a minimum of 120 days of teaching practice
- Minimum two assessed observations totalling at least 5 hours, including feedback
- Case-study, research and reflective evidence where appropriate
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- Qualifi Level 7 qualification
- University progression
- Employment in an associated profession
Course Overview
Develops learners' understanding of policy, management theory and practice in education. Provides an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers. Develops knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector.
Course Units / Modules
Entry Requirements
- Level 6 qualification or a first degree
Assessment Methods
- Written assignments
- Educational leadership projects
- Strategic management reports
- Research-based assignments
- Case studies
- Reflective practice reports
- School/college improvement plans
- Professional portfolios
- Educational policy analysis
Career Opportunities
Qualification Progression
- University partner dissertation leading to an MSc in Educational Management and Leadership
- Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
- Employment in an associated profession
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