Course Overview

The course is a 2-year part-time course with classes running one session a week, daytime or evening. Our education and training diploma is a nationally recognized qualification for teaching in the lifelong learning sector. The course will enable you to become an adult education teacher, as well as progress to further study.

The diploma is taught at Halesowen College and has an excellent track record for trainee employment. It is a creative, vibrant, and inclusive partnership that provides a stimulating and professional environment for your learning.

Please note: You will need to have access to 100 hours of teaching practice. This can be full-time, part-time, paid, or voluntary.

Our Education and Teaching Diploma will prepare you to pursue a career as an adult education teacher. You'll be able to find employment in a wide range of education settings, including:

• Further education

• Work-based learning

• Adult education

• Community learning

The course has very high success rates (97%) and employability rates are excellent. A significant number of trainees move from part-time to full-time employment, and many full-time tutors move into further career opportunities.

For those who haven't got a degree already, the program enables you to apply for the Education Studies BA (Hons) degree. You'll progress to the final year of the course, delivered at the University of Worcester. Additional credits at 4 and 5 are required to access the final year of the degree and opportunities are provided to gain these. There is also possible progression to Master's Level programs for those who have a degree.

General Eligibility

Level 3 qualification or above in subject specialism.

HND/HNC; CGLI Advanced Craft Certificate; OCR Advanced Qualifications; NVQ/SVQ

GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 and above or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths.

Part Time Work Details

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Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).