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Our exceptional range of Education and Training qualifications present any learner with the ability to gain skills and knowledge from any area of teaching from Observation to Mentoring to Equality and Diversity.

The Teaching and Education sector is becoming increasingly broader and we have made sure that we have all the tools and awards available to ensure any learner is successful in their chosen field and on their chosen career path.

Typical teaching roles found within this industry sector include: Primary and Secondary schools, Further Education and Higher Education posts, University teaching, adult education institutes (i.e. evening classes), hospitals, prisons and detention centres, professional bodies and training organisations.

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The full list of Education And Training Qualifications are as follows:

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Where indicated in the specification, assessment, including assessors and internal quality assurers, must meet the requirements of the Assessment and Quality Assurance Qualifications Guidance.

Accompanies and supersedes all previous versions attached within all Educations and Training (Assessing and Verifying) specifications.

Qualification Specification button -  Assessment and Quality Assurance Qualifications Guidance Nov 2016.

Qualification Number: Nov 2016
TQUK Level 1 Award in Mentoring (RQF) icon

Designed for learners looking to develop their understanding of the basics of mentoring. You may be already working in a mentoring, coaching or learning support role or you may use the qualification as part of progression to a role such as mentor, coach or classroom assistant.

Qualification Number: 601/6815/8 Min Guided Learning Hours: 48
TQUK Level 2 Award in Equality and Diversity (RQF) icon

Designed for learners seeking to gain knowledge and understanding of diversity and an appreciation of its value to society, the concept of equal opportunities and how to recognise positive approaches that promote equality and diversity.

Qualification Number: 601/3379/X Min Guided Learning Hours: 6
TQUK Level 2 Award in Mentoring (RQF) icon

Designed for learners wishing to develop their understanding of mentoring. You may be already working in a mentoring, coaching or learning support role or you may use the qualification as part of progression to a role such as mentor, coach or classroom assistant.

Qualification Number: 601/6816/X Min Guided Learning Hours: 48
TQUK Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools (RQF) icon

Designed for learners working or seeking employment in a school environment, including administrative, catering and site staff in roles which do not directly support pupils’ learning.

Qualification Number: 601/4020/3 Min Guided Learning Hours: 80
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who wish to raise their awareness of issues around equality and diversity whether in society, the workplace or the community. Learners will develop knowledge and understanding which can be applied in the workplace or their personal life.

Qualification Number: 601/5319/2 Min Guided Learning Hours: 180
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) icon

Designed for learners wishing to work in a support role in a classroom environment, or to develop professional skills in this area in preparation for a job as a teaching assistant or other supporting role in a school environment.

Qualification Number: 601/2726/0 Min Guided Learning Hours: 180
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties (RQF) icon

The  purpose  of  the  qualification  is  to  develop  learners’  knowledge  and  understanding  of  a  range  of Specific Learning Difficulties, how they are diagnosed and how individuals can be supported.

Qualification Number: 603/3007/7 Min Guided Learning Hours: 129
TQUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who assess occupational competence in an individual's work environment, as part of their CPD programme, an apprenticeship, or other vocational qualification.

Qualification Number: 601/2336/9 Min Guided Learning Hours: 54
TQUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in a workshop, classroom or other training environment rather than assessing competence in a work environment.

Qualification Number: 601/2337/0 Min Guided Learning Hours: 54
TQUK Level 3 Award in Coaching and Mentoring (RQF) icon

This qualification is designed to develop knowledge of coaching and mentoring principles and practice. This will support learners in further developing their understanding of the impact of coaching on performance in a contextualised environment.

Qualification Number: 603/2067/9 Min Guided Learning Hours: 32
TQUK Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) icon

Designed for learners looking for an introduction to teaching, which prepares them for teaching or training in a wide range of contexts. This qualification forms a foundation for those with little or no previous experience of teaching or training.

Qualification Number: 601/1831/3 Min Guided Learning Hours: 48
TQUK Level 3 Award in English for Literacy and Language Teaching (RQF) icon

Designed for learners looking to develop their understanding of the English language, including spoken and written English, particularly with a view to applying these skills in the teaching of literacy and language.

Qualification Number: 601/3729/0 Min Guided Learning Hours: 60
TQUK Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching (RQF) icon

Designed for learners wishing to gain knowledge and personal skills in Maths as required for entry to specialist teaching qualifications. The qualification prepares learners to progress to further subject specific numeracy teacher education programmes.

Qualification Number: 601/3730/7 Min Guided Learning Hours: 60
TQUK Level 3 Award in Supporting Children and Young People with Autism (RQF)  icon

Designed for learners who teach and/or support children or young people with autism and wish to better understand how to encourage social skills and communication with them.

Qualification Number: 601/5281/3 Min Guided Learning Hours: 40
TQUK Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who wish to work as a teaching assistant, classroom assistant, learning support assistant, additional needs assistant, pastoral/welfare support assistant, bilingual support assistant or foundation stage assistant.

Qualification Number: 601/2726/0 Min Guided Learning Hours: 80
TQUK Level 3 Award in Understanding Language Development (RQF)                             icon

The qualification develops learners’ basic knowledge of speech therapy and is especially suitable for those who are interested in joining the education sector.

Qualification Number: 603/3753/9 Min Guided Learning Hours: 48
TQUK Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (RQF) icon

Designed for learners wishing to develop the knowledge required by an assessor and the role of an assessor in the vocational assessment process.

Qualification Number: 601/3913/4 Min Guided Learning Hours: 24
TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in a workshop, classroom or other training environment rather than assessing competence in a work environment.

Qualification Number: 601/2389/8 Min Guided Learning Hours: 84
TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who are experienced support workers in a classroom environment or who wish to work as, for example, a teaching assistant, classroom assistant, learning support assistant, additional needs assistant, pastoral/welfare support assistant, bilingual support assistant or foundation stage assistant.

Qualification Number: 601/2728/4 Min Guided Learning Hours: 180
TQUK Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who work, or wish to work, with children from birth to 5 years old in a variety of settings. The qualification prepares learners for employment as Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years. It develops the knowledge and skills required to work with children from birth to 5 years together with an understanding of the expected development of children aged 5 to 7 years. The qualification also provides opportunities for the confirmation of competence for learners working towards Early Years Educator status.

Qualification Number: 601/7670/2 Min Guided Learning Hours: 367
TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who are working in a job role in a specialist area and/or across a varied range of responsibilities under the direction of a teacher who has overall responsibility for teaching and learning in a classroom, for example: teaching assistants; classroom assistants; learning support assistants; additional needs assistants; pastoral/welfare support assistants; bilingual support assistants; foundation stage assistants; learning guides; learning coaches; or induction mentors.

Qualification Number: 601/4423/3 Min Guided Learning Hours: 232
TQUK Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Advice and Guidance (RQF) icon

Operational End Date: 31 January 2019
Certification End Date: 31 January 2020

Designed for learners who provide an advice and guidance service to individuals who are making decisions about their options for future training, education or employment. This qualification would be suitable for careers advisors in schools or colleges, or those working to support employees with their own personal development.

Qualification Number: 601/5633/8 Min Guided Learning Hours: 132
TQUK Level 4 Award in Learning and Development (RQF) icon

Operational End Date: 30.11.2019 
Certification End Date: 29.02.2020 

Designed for learners who wish to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills as required to work in learning and development. The award provides an introduction which is extended and consolidated in the certificate. The qualifications provide an opportunity for learners' competence to be confirmed.

Qualification Number: 601/7659/3 Min Guided Learning Hours: 50
TQUK Level 4 Award in Observation of Teaching, Training and Learning (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who are beginning to take on a role in observing their teacher, trainer or tutor peers and providing constructive feedback as part of an ongoing improvement programme, a buddying scheme or Ofsted preparation project.

Qualification Number: 601/6254/5 Min Guided Learning Hours: 30
TQUK Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) icon

The TQUK Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) provides learners with the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and understanding to enable them to perform the role of internal quality assurer in an educational institute.

Qualification Number: 601/2338/2 Min Guided Learning Hours: 90
TQUK Level 4 Award in Understanding the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) icon

Learners wishing to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of external quality assurance. Learners may be involved in internal quality assurance at an educational centre and wish to understand the wider context of their work, or prepare for becoming an EQA at a later date.

Qualification Number: 601/1833/7 Min Guided Learning Hours: 45
TQUK Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of  Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) icon

Designed for learners wishing to undertake the role of Internal Quality Assessor within a centre offering regulated qualifications, or anyone looking to improve their knowledge and understanding of quality processes and practices relating to internal assessment in general

Qualification Number: 601/3914/6 Min Guided Learning Hours: 45
TQUK Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) icon

This qualification is aimed at learners employed in a teaching assistant role who wish to progress to Higher Level Teaching Assistant status. The purpose is to develop learners’ knowledge, understanding and skills to enable them to address the challenges that they meet in their workplace. They will also develop an understanding of the knowledge required to support individuals and small groups and to support individuals with a range of additional needs.

Qualification Number: 603/1432/1 Min Guided Learning Hours: 87
TQUK Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who want a qualification that focuses on practical teaching, and offers a wide choice of optional units. Learners may already be teaching and wish to have their experience and practice accredited, or not presently teaching but capable of meeting the minimum teaching practice requirement of 30 hours.

Qualification Number: 601/2136/1 Min Guided Learning Hours: 140
TQUK Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) icon

Designed for learners with a responsibility for leading a team of internal quality assurers or wishing to progress to leading a team.

Qualification Number: 601/3916/X Min Guided Learning Hours: 115

The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners’ knowledge and understanding of education and other topics relevant to educational contexts. Areas covered include:

  • Historical and contemporary perspectives on education;
  • Statutory guidance, legislation and policy for schools in the UK and internationally;
  • Meeting diverse needs and protecting learners;
  • Theories of learning and development and the impact on educational practices;
  • Key debates within contemporary approaches to education and its influence on education practice; 
  • Equality and social justice in education, supporting inclusive settings.
Qualification Number: 603/4251/1 Min Guided Learning Hours: 300
TQUK Level 4 Diploma in Learning and Development (RQF) icon

Operational End Date: 30.11.2019 
Certification End Date: 30.11.2021 

Designed for learners who wish to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills as required to work in learning and development. The award provides an introduction which is extended and consolidated in the certificate. The qualifications provide an opportunity for learners' competence to be confirmed.

Qualification Number: 601/7654/4 Min Guided Learning Hours: 195
TQUK Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance (RQF) icon

Operational End Date: 30.11.2019 
Certification End Date: 30.11.2021 

Designed for learners who provide an advice and guidance service to individuals who are making decisions about their options for future training, education or employment. This qualification would be suitable for careers advisors in schools or colleges, or those working to support employees with their own personal development.

Qualification Number: 601/5634/X Min Guided Learning Hours: 213
TQUK Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring (RQF) icon

The Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring is an ideal qualification for managers with significant responsibility for coaching and mentoring as part of their day-to-day role. It is designed to develop learners planning to move into a development role or start a career as a freelance coach and mentor.

Qualification Number: 603/2228/7 Min Guided Learning Hours: 60
TQUK Level 5 Certificate in Observation of Teaching and Learning (RQF) icon

Designed for learners experienced in observing their teacher, trainer or tutor peers and providing constructive feedback as part of an ongoing improvement programme, a buddying scheme or Ofsted preparation project.

Qualification Number: 601/6079/2 Min Guided Learning Hours: 60
TQUK Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who wish to teach English as a foreign language. The qualification develops learners’ knowledge of the English language and how to teach it; how to assess the needs of learners; prepare lesson plans and materials; identify resources and adapt to the needs of younger learners.

Qualification Number: 601/5234/5 Min Guided Learning Hours: 168
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (including Teaching English: Literacy) (RQF) icon

Designed for learners looking to complete a specialist pathway of a high level teaching qualification. Trainee teachers in a range of generic and specialist contexts who would like to specialise in teaching literacy within an educational institute.

Qualification Number: 601/3727/7 Min Guided Learning Hours: 360
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (including Teaching Mathematics: Numeracy) (RQF) icon

Designed for learners looking to complete a specialist pathway of a high level teaching qualification. Trainee teachers in a range of generic and specialist contexts who would like to specialise in teaching numeracy within an educational institute.

Qualification Number: 601/3728/9 Min Guided Learning Hours: 360
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who work as teachers, trainers and tutors in further education, adult and community learning or work-based training within public, private, voluntary or community organisations and are looking to prepare to teach in a wide range of contexts.

Qualification Number: 601/2717/X Min Guided Learning Hours: 360

The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners’ knowledge and understanding of education and other topics relevant to educational contexts. Areas covered include:

  • Contemporary perspectives on education;
  • Statutory guidance, legislation and policy for schools in the UK and internationally;
  • Understanding education on a global scale;
  • Meeting diverse needs and protecting learners;
  • Theories of learning and development and the role of inclusion;
  • Different research methodologies for educational research in the classroom context.   
Qualification Number: 603/4253/5 Min Guided Learning Hours: 300
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English: Literacy (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who have already achieved a generic teaching qualification and wish to gain a subject qualification in literacy, for example teachers looking to start delivering Functional Skills English.

Qualification Number: 601/5235/7 Min Guided Learning Hours: 120
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English: Literacy and ESOL (RQF)  icon

Designed for learners wishing to develop the skills and knowledge to specialise in the teaching of Literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages. The qualification is suitable for teachers who hold a generic teaching qualification or trainee teachers who require, or wish to obtain, a specialist teaching qualification.

Qualification Number: 601/4482/8 Min Guided Learning Hours: 180
TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Teaching Mathematics: Numeracy (RQF) icon

Designed for learners who have already achieved a generic teaching qualification and wish to gain a subject qualification in numeracy, for example  teachers looking to start delivering Functional Skills Mathematics

Qualification Number: 601/5236/9 Min Guided Learning Hours: 120
TQUK Level 6 Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (RQF) icon

This Level 6 Diploma is designed to assist learners who are looking to master their knowledge of teaching English to speakers of other languages within the education and training sector. This Diploma will provide learners with all the skills required to be successful, including being able to analyse what constitutes error in language, being able to differentiate between different varieties of language and demonstrate a critical awareness of which methodologies can be used to teach English.

Qualification Number: 603/0600/2 Min Guided Learning Hours: 160