det courses The benchmark for fully qualified teachers
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
det courses The benchmark for fully qualified teachers
Level 5 Diploma
Education & Training
entry requirements
100 hours of teaching plus English & Math skills
qualification
Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training (DET) (RQF)
time commitment
Approximately 6-8 hours per week over 12 months
Level 5 DET course information:
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In this video Stuart explains everything you need to know about this Level 5 DET course.
What is included:
- All inclusive pricing: no additional costs for extra support, assignment resubmissions or receiving your certificate.
- Full personal tutor support: available to you every step of the way.
- 12 months to complete: tailored study plan devised by your tutor to ensure you complete your qualificaton efficiently.
- Access to daily webinars: join as many of our lunchtime webinars as you like. Can’t make it? No problem! We will send you the recording.
- Peer support through forums and group sessions: Engage with others on the same journey.
Is this DET course for me?
Learn whether your circumstances are suitable for this DET qualification.
This DET course is designed for those who wish to explore underpinning theories, frameworks and research into effective teaching and learning practices while developing their practical teaching skills.
If you are already working and seeking career progression, or want to work as a teacher in the further education and skills sector teaching adults who are over 16 years old, this DET course will be ideal to reach your goals.
Please note: those that are registered for the DET after 01/09/24 will not be able to use the qualification to apply for QTLS status. Those who wish to pursue QTLS will need to complete the new L5 Diploma in Teaching due to be released at the end of 2024.
Entry requirements
in detail:
- Demonstrate skills in English & Math at Level 2
- Good reading and writing skills in English
- Be qualified or experienced in the subject you intend to teach
- All L5 DET course students must be able to meet the requirement for 100 hours of teaching practice (any teaching completed in the past 12 months can be taken into consideration).
- You must be working or teaching as a volunteer – you will be observed in your workplace environment by one of your suitably qualified colleagues.
How will i be assessed?
- Eight observations of your teaching. These observations are normally completed by another teacher acting as an expert witness.
- 100 hours of classroom teaching experience. A teaching hours log will be required.
- Assignments for each of the nine units in this qualification. The assignments range from 2000 to 4000 words and some also require product evidence such as lesson plans, teaching resources and other associated paperwork.
- Personal statements and a log of your continued personal development.
We may be able to provide you with a person for observations. If you are not currently in a teaching role please reach out as we may be able to help
Accredited
qualification:
Upon successful completion of this course, you will achieve a recognised, fully accredited qualification & Certificate:
Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training (DET) (RQF) Accreditation no: 601/8122/9
Course content
DET teaching qualification
Four mandatory units:
- Teaching Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
- Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
- Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training
- Wider Professional Practice
Five pre-selected optional units:
- Developing and Preparing Resources for Education and Training
- Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area
- Equality and Diversity
- Preparing for the Personal Tutoring Role
- Teaching in a Specialist Area
How long will it take?
The guided learning hours for this course are 360. We recommend an allocation of 6-8 hours of study per week. Based on this, the course should take you on average 12 months with DET online courses.
As the det course assignments are online, you can study completely at your own pace. There are no deadlines on course completion, and you will have a personal tutor available whenever you need support.
Prefer to study
face-to-face?
We also offer the same course and qualification with a Tutor group.
If you prefer to study with others, face-to-face with a tutor, and require additional structure to your learning commitment, our Cohort version of the Level 5 DET might be ideal for you.
You and your group will begin together on the same day and work to an assessment schedule that lasts 11 months.
You will have unit assignment hand-in dates every 5- 7 weeks.
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The platform is available on every device, with your course information and study materials organised so that it is easy to complete your work, your assignments, submit them and get tutor feedback. You can come back to exactly where you left off whenever you take a break. It also includes a community of learners and connects you with your tutor.
Frequestly asked questions:
Yes. This qualification is awarded by Focus Awards, a nationally recognised awarding body regulated by Ofqual (the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). It is fully accredited and recognised by the Society for Education and Training (SET), the professional body for teachers and trainers in the Further Education and Skills sector.
In most cases, yes. The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (L5 DIT) is a widely respected UK teaching qualification regulated by Ofqual, which gives it international credibility. While we can’t guarantee recognition by every organisation or institution globally, many of our learners have successfully used this qualification to teach in countries such as China, Japan, Dubai, Portugal, South Africa, and New Zealand.
If you’re aiming to work abroad, we recommend checking the specific requirements of the country or employer you’re targeting, as recognition may vary.
Yes, absolutely. The advertised price includes all course fees, assessment costs, support, and access to learning materials. There are no hidden charges.
We believe in full transparency, so what you see is what you pay.
It depends on your personal pace and how many hours you can dedicate to study each week. On average, learners complete the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (L5 DIT) in around 12 months.
However, as the course is self-paced, it’s flexible. Some learners take longer, while our fastest recorded completion time is just 3 months. You’ll be in full control of your progress.
Yes, you have up to 24 months to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (L5 DIT). This gives you plenty of flexibility to study at your own pace while balancing other commitments.
All course content remains accessible throughout this period, with full tutor support available whenever you need it.
Yes. Once you’ve completed the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (L5 DIT) and received your certificate, you’ll be eligible to apply for QTLS status through the Society for Education and Training (SET).
To support you with this, we provide a dedicated QTLS application workshop towards the end of your course. This session walks you through the process step by step and gives you everything you need to submit a confident and successful application.
Yes, you can contact your tutor whenever you need support. Our tutors aim to respond the same working day, and you’ll always receive a reply within 24 hours (Monday to Friday).
We’re committed to making sure you never feel stuck or unsupported during your learning journey.
Yes, you can enrol and begin working through the course content without a teaching placement. However, we strongly recommend that you secure a teaching or training role early in your studies, as you’ll need to complete 250 hours of teaching practice and be observed in your setting.
Starting your placement sooner rather than later will help you apply what you’re learning in real time and stay on track with the practical requirements of the course.
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Please watch the video at the top of this page and see FAQs above as these contain the answers to the most common queries we receive. Please start a chat or if you need a longer conversation you can book a free phone or zoom consultation.
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