Course Overview

The Diploma in Education and Training (DET) awarded by City & Guilds is a highly respected programme for teachers and trainers. It has earnt this status of quality by:

1. Preparing trainee teachers and trainers to teach in a wide range of contexts

2. Being recognised as one of the Initial TeacherEducation (ITE) qualifications under the Society for Education and Training(SET) and can lead to Qualified Teacher of Learning and Skills (QTLS) status

3. Incorporating a minimum of 100 hours observed teaching practice which is assessed and built into the course

After finishing the course, you will be able to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attributes summarised below:

• Knowledge of theories and principles for inclusive learning and teaching

• Knowledge and critical understanding of strategies and support communication for assessment and meeting individual learning needs

• Understanding of the concept of initial diagnostic assessment and its applications

• Knowledge of roles, responsibilities and relationships within education and training

• Appreciation of the importance of delivering the minimum core subject effectively

• The ability to investigate good practice in your own subject area

• Understanding of how to use study skills techniques to enhance the student experience

• Be able to develop specialist delivery techniques

• Be able to promote positive behaviour

• Develop personal growth and engagement in learning

• Ability to learn reflectively, develop skills and understand the limits of your own knowledge

• Ability to complete investigations and effectively communicate results

General Eligibility

• BTEC Level 3 qualification in a related subject area

• GCE Advanced Level profile demonstrating strong performance in a relevant subject (likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* to C)

• Other related Level 3 qualifications

• Access to a higher education certificate or relevant work experience

• Applicants must have access to 100 hours of teaching practice. Applicants must provide proof of having arranged a confirmed work placement.

• Non-native English-speaking students or those who haven’t studied the final two years of school in English are required to demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.0 awarded on individual sections

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 5.5 (with no less than 5.0 in each component).