L5 Diploma In Education & Training

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L5 Diploma In Education & Training
Instructor M Mubarak
Category Education
Last Update July 29, 2026
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L5 Diploma In Education & Training

Develop essential expertise in educational leadership, management, policy, pedagogy, organisational change, intercultural communication, and research through flexible blended learning. Gain the practical skills and confidence to improve organisational performance and lead effectively across diverse educational settings.

Course Information

  • Qualification Level 5
  • Study Mode Blended learning (Self Paced)
  • Progression Route Progression Opportunities
  • Awarding Body OTHM

What you'll learn

  • Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training
  • Theories, principles and models in education and training
  • Developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training
  • Wider professional practice in education and training

Course Description

Overview

Develop the practical knowledge and professional skills required to teach and train effectively with the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Designed for teachers, trainers, tutors, lecturers, and education professionals, this Ofqual-regulated qualification prepares learners to plan, deliver, assess, and improve teaching in a variety of educational and training settings.

Combining educational theory with practical teaching experience, the course covers curriculum development, inclusive practice, assessment, professional development, and the use of resources in education. Learners will develop the confidence to meet diverse learning needs, improve teaching quality, evaluate their professional practice, and create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Ofqual-regulated UK qualification
  • Level 5 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework
  • Flexible blended learning
  • Assignment-based assessment with no written examinations
  • Includes practical teaching experience
  • Relevant to education and training professionals
  • Develops advanced teaching and assessment skills
  • Supports progression to higher-level qualifications

What You Will Learn

Throughout the course, you will develop knowledge and practical skills in:

  • Teaching, learning, and assessment
  • Curriculum planning and development
  • Inclusive teaching practice
  • Managing learner behaviour
  • Using educational resources effectively
  • Assessing learner achievement
  • Evaluating teaching and learning
  • Professional development and reflective practice
  • Meeting individual learning needs
  • Improving the quality of educational provision

Assessment

The qualification is assessed through coursework and practical assignments, with no written examinations. Assessment activities are designed to demonstrate both your theoretical understanding and your ability to apply effective teaching and assessment practices.

Learners must also complete at least 100 hours of teaching practice, during which they take responsibility for planning, delivering, and assessing learning.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Hold a relevant vocational or academic qualification at least one level above that of their learners
  • Ideally hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in their specialist subject
  • Have access to at least 100 hours of teaching practice
  • Demonstrate appropriate literacy, language, numeracy, and ICT skills
  • Be at least 19 years old at the start of the course

Career Opportunities

The qualification can support progression towards roles such as:

  • Teacher or Trainer
  • Further Education Lecturer
  • Vocational Tutor
  • Training and Development Officer
  • Learning and Development Practitioner
  • Curriculum Coordinator
  • Education and Training Assessor
  • Education Administrator
  • Workplace Trainer
  • Teaching and Learning Coordinator

Career opportunities may depend on previous qualifications, professional experience, and any role-specific requirements.

Progression

As an Ofqual-approved and regulated qualification, the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training supports progression to relevant higher-level qualifications in education, teaching, training, and professional practice.

Progression is subject to the entry requirements of the receiving institution or qualification provider.

Duration and Delivery

The course is delivered through flexible blended learning, combining guided online study, tutor support, independent learning, and practical teaching experience.

It can typically be completed within one academic year through full-time study, with flexible options available for part-time learners. This allows learners to balance their studies and teaching practice with their professional and personal commitments.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must:
Hold a relevant vocational or academic qualification at least one level above that of their learners
Ideally hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in their specialist subject
Have access to at least 100 hours of teaching practice
Demonstrate appropriate literacy, language, numeracy, and ICT skills
Be at least 19 years old at the start of the course

Qualification Details

A comprehensive blended learning Education Management and Leadership programme covering educational leadership, management theory, policy and practice, organisational change, pedagogy, reflective practice, intercultural communication, and research methods, equipping current and aspiring education leaders with the knowledge and skills to drive organisational improvement and lead high-performing educational institutions.

Career Progression

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to progress to relevant qualifications at higher level.

Accreditation

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes. To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgment that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.

Contact Information

For course support, email support@learnoow.com or use the help centre inside your learner dashboard. Our support team is available Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, and aims to respond to all queries within 24 hours.

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M Mubarak

Course Lead

M Mubarak is the Course Lead for the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. A qualified teacher and experienced education practitioner, he holds a master’s degree from the University of Oxford and has extensive teaching experience across both state and independent schools in the UK. Drawing on his strong academic background and practical classroom expertise, Mubarak provides learners with informed guidance, professional insight and dedicated support throughout their studies. His approach connects educational theory with effective teaching practice, helping aspiring educators develop the knowledge, confidence and skills required to succeed in the education and training sector.

  • The qualification is suitable for current and aspiring teachers, trainers, tutors, lecturers, workplace educators, and other education professionals who want to strengthen their teaching, assessment, and curriculum-planning skills.

  • Assessment is completed through coursework and practical assignments, with no written examinations. Learners must demonstrate both their theoretical understanding and their ability to apply effective teaching and assessment practices.

  • Yes. Learners must have access to at least 100 hours of teaching practice, during which they take responsibility for planning, delivering, and assessing learning.

  • The course can typically be completed within one academic year through full-time study. Flexible blended and part-time study options may also be available for learners balancing their education with professional and personal commitments.