December 9, 2022
Is a DET qualification equivalent to a PGCE qualification?
The Level 5 DET Diploma in Education and Training (RQF) and the PGCE Post-Graduate Certificate in Education are broadly similar and can be considered equivalent qualifications within the lifelong learning sector. Both courses are forms of initial teacher training (ITT); however, they aren’t identical qualifications. Let’s look at the similarities between the DET and PGCE […]
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November 25, 2022
PTLLS Qualification Guide: Everything You Need To Know
If you are in the education and training sector, particularly within a teaching or training role, then you have probably heard of the PTLLS qualification. You might have heard people spell it out as P.T.L.L.S or use the ‘petals’ pronunciation. Both of these are used to describe a qualification called Preparing to Teach in the […]
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November 15, 2022
What Can I Teach with a PTLLS Qualification?
If you have ever considered teaching or training people then it’s possible you’ve come across the PTLLS qualification. At the very least, you may have heard people mention it within the education and training sector. Nowadays, this qualification has been replaced by a newer qualification (which we’ll share with you too!), but PTLLS is still […]
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October 28, 2022
How long does a CAVA qualification take?
If you’re considering pursuing a CAVA qualification then you may be wondering how much time you need to dedicate to your course. The good news is that online CAVA courses are a lot more common nowadays, meaning you’ll be able to fit your course around your lifestyle. That being said, you still need to “put […]
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October 19, 2022
What Is a CAVA Qualification?
The CAVA qualification is the most popular and widely recognised assessor qualification. It is a Level 3 award designed to give individuals the skills and knowledge needed to assess their learners in both workplace settings, such as on-the-job training, as well as in learning environments, such as more traditional training courses. What does CAVA stand […]
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October 11, 2022
What Can I Do With a Level 5 Teaching Qualification?
If you’ve made it this far and achieved a Level 5 teaching qualification, such as the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, then you should first give yourself a huge round of applause on such a major accomplishment in your professional development. With a minimum of 100 hours of teaching required to complete this […]
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September 26, 2022
How to Become an External Quality Assurer
An External Quality Assurer, also known as an EQA, is someone who for an Awarding Body whose work involves dealing with centres such as colleges, training organisations, companies and institutions offering the Awarding Body’s qualifications. An External Quality Assurer (EQA) is an important and much sought-after role, offering not only the status of being a […]
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September 23, 2022
What is External Quality Assurance?
Within the educational sector, External Quality Assurance, also known as EQA, is a system designed to review quality on behalf of an awarding body. If you teach or assess qualifications which are certificated via an awarding body (also known as Awarding Organisations or AOs), then you’ve probably already come across External Quality Assurance. This is […]
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September 17, 2022
6 Top Tips for Newly Qualified Teachers
So you’ve completed your Level 5 DET, received your QLTS status, and now you’re ready to start teaching! Before you get started, here are our top 6 tips for newly qualified teachers to start your exciting new career on a high. 1. Practice your lessons to ensure you cover all questions When teaching something for […]
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September 6, 2022
What Qualifications Does a Trainer and Assessor need?
Trainers and assessors are in demand in a variety of sectors. Being a trainer and assessor is an important responsibility, both in industry and within the education and training, as you’ll be supporting students to earn their qualifications to bring them closer to their goals. In order to work as a trainer and assessor, you […]
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