Qualification Structure

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is an Ofqual-regulated qualification accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The qualification has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 1,200 hours and 460 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), with 120 credits.

Assessment for the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is assignment-based. Learner work is assessed in accordance with Qualifi assessment and quality assurance requirements to ensure that learners demonstrate the required knowledge, understanding and application of principles relating to teaching, learning and assessment.

To achieve the qualification, learners must successfully achieve the full 120 credits.

Core Study Units

Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training contains 12 units in total. Learners must complete all four mandatory units (75 credits) and select a minimum of 45 credits from the optional units to achieve the required 120 credits.

Mandatory Units

• Theories, Principles and Models in Education and Training — 20 credits
• Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training — 20 credits
• Developing Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training — 20 credits
• Professional Practice in Education and Training — 15 credits

Total Mandatory Credits: 75

Optional Units

Learners choose sufficient optional units to achieve at least 45 optional credits:

• Action Research — 15 credits
• Develop and Prepare Resources for Learning and Development — 6 credits
• Developing, Using and Organising Resources in a Specialist Area — 15 credits
• Equality and Diversity — 6 credits
• Inclusive Practice — 15 credits
• Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment — 6 credits
• Manage Learning and Development in Groups — 6 credits
• Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment — 6 credits

Minimum Optional Credits Required: 45

Who Is This Qualification For?

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training is designed for teachers, trainers, tutors, assessors and education professionals who want to develop advanced knowledge and practical competence in teaching, learning and assessment. It is relevant to learners working in the UK and international education and training sectors, particularly those involved in further education, vocational education, adult learning, workplace training and other post-compulsory education settings.

This RQF Level 5 education and training qualification is suitable for:

• Teachers and lecturers seeking to strengthen their teaching practice and professional knowledge.
• Tutors and trainers delivering learning in further education, vocational or workplace environments.
• Education and training professionals responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating learning programmes.
• Assessors and quality-assurance professionals who want to develop their understanding of assessment and internal quality assurance.
• Adult and community learning practitioners supporting diverse groups of learners.
• Vocational and workplace trainers responsible for developing learners' knowledge and practical skills.
• International education professionals seeking a UK-regulated qualification focused on contemporary teaching, learning and assessment principles.
• Experienced practitioners progressing into greater teaching or training responsibility who require a structured Level 5 qualification to formalise and develop their professional practice.

The qualification is particularly relevant to professionals who want to understand educational theories, teaching and learning models, assessment methods, inclusive practice, professional development and the effective management of learning. Its combination of theoretical study and assignment-based assessment allows learners to demonstrate how educational principles can be applied within real teaching and training contexts.

For professionals considering Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), the qualification may also be relevant as part of their development pathway, subject to the requirements of the relevant professional body and current eligibility criteria. It should not, however, be presented as an automatic teaching licence or guarantee of QTLS status.

Career Opportunities

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of teaching, learning and assessment within education and training settings. The qualification develops knowledge of educational theories and principles, teaching and learning approaches, assessment practices, professional practice, inclusive education and the development of effective learning environments. It is suitable for teachers, trainers, tutors and education professionals in the UK and internationally seeking to strengthen their professional practice, develop their teaching and training expertise, or progress towards higher-level education and training opportunities.

Future Progression

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training provides learners with a strong foundation for further academic development and professional opportunities across the education and training sector. The qualification develops knowledge of educational theories, teaching and learning, assessment, professional practice, inclusive education, and the development of effective learning environments.

Academically, learners may progress to higher-level qualifications in education, teaching, training, or related disciplines, subject to the entry requirements of the receiving institution. The qualification can also support further study in areas such as education, teaching and learning, educational leadership, training and development, and related fields.

Professionally, this diploma can support progression towards roles such as Teacher, Further Education Lecturer, Tutor, Learning and Development Trainer, Vocational Trainer, Workplace Trainer, Assessor, Learning Support Practitioner, Education Programme Coordinator, and Training Coordinator, depending on the learner’s experience, professional status, subject specialism and employer requirements. The knowledge developed through the qualification provides a foundation for planning and delivering learning, applying educational theories, assessing learner progress, supporting inclusive practice, developing learning resources, and improving professional teaching and training practice.