Level 4 Certificate in Education in Further Education and Skills (CertEd FES) (Year 1 of 2)

You'll be observed teaching, and in the different modules you'll have to present, write essays, carry out research and keep a professional development record. You'll start at Level 4 and advance through to Level 5 over the course.

Level 3 in your specialist subject (speak to us if you have a lot of industry experience instead). Level 2 in English and maths (please see the ETF approved list of English and maths Level 2 qualifications). Be able to demonstrate Level 1 ICT skills in an interview. You must already have teaching, either paid or unpaid. We will ask your employer to sign an agreement for:

• 250 hours of placement, which includes 150 hours of teaching over two years
• A subject specialist mentor

The successful completion of this course equips you for employment as a teacher in the further education and skills sector.

This qualification also meets one of the eligibility criteria that may enable you to apply to undertake professional formation, which leads to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS). Eligibility criteria for professional formation is stipulated by the Society for Education and Training (SET) and published annually. See SET QTLS eligibility criteria for more information.

Your teaching career can take you on to a very rewarding and exciting professional journey involving learning and teaching, leadership and management, curriculum development, research and advisory roles.

The course fee for year 1 is £3,540. Learners who qualify will be able to apply for a Student Loan if they should so wish.

Course fees for year 2 is a further £3,540.