Train to teach. Inspire to lead.
Develop your teaching career with our flexible, accredited Level 5 Diploma designed for the Further Education and Skills sector.
Whether you're new to teaching, training others at work, or ready to gain a recognised teaching qualification, this course will equip you with the skills, confidence and evidence to lead learning effectively.
Mapped to the ETF Professional Standards, this qualification meets the requirements to apply for QTLS status upon completion.
As a guided student, you’ll receive full access to our curated digital resource library via Google Classroom, alongside structured assignments and planning templates to keep you on track.
You’ll benefit from dedicated tutor and assessor support throughout the course, including observed teaching practice.
With 9 months to complete your training.
The programme also includes monthly live workshops and action learning sets to support your development in real time.
You'll join a group chat and dedicated LinkedIn community to stay connected between sessions, and receive priority tutor feedback when you need it.
As an added bonus, you’ll have the option of a 1:1 coaching session with a senior trainer to support your professional growth.
The course costs £1399 +VAT. Discounts and payment plans are available.
We pride ourselves on offering our courses at a lower cost compared to colleges and universities, while still maintaining high levels of teaching and assessment quality.
If you prefer to pay your plan in instalments, please reach out to us at hello@workplacehero.co.uk to discuss options.
We are working on offering 6 - 11 months interest free credit, and will update this section when that becomes available.
NB: Finance options are not eligible for discounts.
Completing the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills) opens the door to a wide range of exciting and meaningful career opportunities in education and training.
Teach in Further Education colleges, sixth forms, and adult learning services
Deliver training in work-based and vocational settings
Take on roles as a trainer, lecturer, or skills coach in both public and private sectors
Progress into curriculum leadership, mentoring, or internal quality assurance roles
Apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status
Join the Society for Education and Training (SET) as a full member
Continue to Level 6 or Level 7 qualifications in education, leadership or specialist pedagogy
Many of our graduates go on to lead departments, design curriculum, and influence teaching practice across the FE and Skills sector.
At WorkplaceHero, we bring deep sector knowledge and a grounded, supportive approach to everything we do. We're not just a course provider — we're your partner in professional development.
Expert-designed content grounded in real FE and Skills experience
Dedicated tutor support for both self-directed and guided learners
Access to a sector-specific resource library built by experienced practitioners
Small guided cohorts for personalised attention and group connection
100% focus on practical, career-enhancing teaching — no fluff, no filler
Aligned to ETF Professional Standards and trusted by employers nationwide
Whether you're upskilling staff or investing in your own career, WorkplaceHero delivers quality, credibility and care at every step.
Proposed timetable (some dates may change)
| Induction | 15th January 2026 | 10am - 1pm |
| Unit 1 - Teaching my Subject | 29th January 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 12th February 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Unit 2 - Learners and Learning | 26th February 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 12th March 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Unit 3 - Teachers and Teaching | 26th March 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 16th April 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Unit 4 - Professional Practice | 30th April 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 14th May 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Unit 5 - Effective Digital and Online Pedagogies | 28th May 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 11th June 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Unit 6 - Action Research | 25th June 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 9th July 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Unit 7 - Developing, Using and Organising Resources | 23rd July 2026 | 10am - 2pm |
| Action Learning Set | 27th August 2026 | 3pm - 4pm |
| Final Assessments/Observations | 10th September 2026 | N/A |
| Graduation Ceremony | 30th September 2026 | 10am - 11am |
Unit ref: K/651/4745 | Level: 5 | Credits: 15 | GLH: 50
Develop deep understanding of subject-specific pedagogy. You'll learn how to teach your specialist subject in a way that supports different learners, aligns with sector expectations, and promotes progression.
Unit ref: L/651/4746 | Level: 5 | Credits: 15 | GLH: 50
Explore how people learn in the Further Education and Skills sector. Topics include learning theories, motivation, barriers to learning, inclusion, and strategies to engage adult learners.
Unit ref: M/651/4747 | Level: 5 | Credits: 15 | GLH: 50
Understand the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of teachers in the FE sector. You'll examine professional standards, teaching approaches, and the wider purpose of education.
Unit ref: R/651/4748 | Level: 5 | Credits: 30 | GLH: 100
Apply your knowledge through 100+ hours of teaching practice. This unit includes two formal observations and supports you to reflect on and evidence your effectiveness as a teacher.
Unit ref: T/651/4749 | Level: 5 | Credits: 15 | GLH: 50
Learn how to plan, deliver and assess using digital and online tools. You'll explore inclusive approaches to e-learning, accessibility, and how to use technology to improve engagement and outcomes.
Unit ref: R/507/9029 | Level: 5 | Credits: 15 | GLH: 50
Conduct a small-scale research project to improve your own teaching or learner outcomes.
Unit ref: H/507/9049 | Level: 5 | Credits: 15 | GLH: 50
Learn how to design, adapt, and evaluate resources tailored to your subject and learners.
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills) is a nationally recognised teaching qualification for those working or aspiring to work in the post-16 education and training sector. It meets the requirements to apply for QTLS (Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status).
This course is ideal for:
New or unqualified Further Education tutors
Workplace and vocational trainers
Tutors in adult or community learning
Trainers delivering in private or charitable sectors
Professionals looking to move into teaching in colleges or sixth forms
Yes — you’ll need access to at least 100 hours of teaching practice across the course. This can be paid or voluntary and must involve real learners in a recognised post-16 education or training context. WorkplaceHero may be able to support you with your teaching placement, however, we need time to arrange this. The sooner you sign up to the course, the earlier we can put support in place.
We offer two pathways:
Self-Directed Pathway: Independent study with tutor support
Guided Pathway: Monthly live workshops, peer groups, and tutor-led learning
Both include access to our online resource library and tutor/assessor support.
Both pathways run over 9 months, giving you time to complete all assignments and required teaching practice. Extensions are available in exceptional circumstances.
The self-directed route gives you full flexibility to study at your own pace.
The guided route offers structured support through monthly live workshops, action learning sets, and community engagement.
Both lead to the same qualification and tutor support is available on both pathways.
Self-Directed Pathway: £999 + VAT
Guided Pathway: £1,399 + VAT
Payment plans and invoicing options are available.
We don’t offer funding directly, but many employers will sponsor staff to complete the course. Speak with your line manager or HR department. We’re happy to provide supporting information for employer approval. We also offer flexible payment options, like Klarna. We can also offer monthly 0% interest instalments, however, the full cost of the course needs to be paid before the start date. Reach out if you would like to take advantage of payment plans.
Yes — you must be formally observed teaching on at least four occasions. These will be carried out by one of our assessors or a suitably qualified colleague if agreed in advance.
Yes. Upon successful completion, you’ll be eligible to apply for QTLS status through the Society for Education and Training (SET), which is widely recognised as equivalent to QTS in many FE settings.
Marked feedback on all assignments
Observation planning and feedback
Email access and optional support calls
(Guided only) Monthly workshops and peer action learning sets
Life happens — if you need more time, you can request an extension or switch to a future cohort. We’re flexible and supportive, provided you keep in touch. We are bound by our awarding organisation timescales, if your registration lapses - you will have to pay an extension fee of £299 +VAT to restart your registration with the awarding body.
Just a device with internet access (preferably a laptop). Our resources are online, and we recommend using Word or Google Docs to complete assignments. Workshops are delivered via GoogleMeets, Teams or Zoom.
