TEACHER TRAINING & RELATED QUALIFICATIONS
OCNW currently has a full range of teacher training and related qualifications extending from Level 2 to Level 5 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
The portfolio of QCA approved / SVUK endorsed qualifications has been re-written to meet the new professional standards for teachers, tutors and trainers in the Lifelong Learning sector.
OCNW has QCA approval and SVUK endorsement for the following qualifications:
- Level 3 and 4 Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- Level 3 and 4 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- Level 5 Additional Diploma in Teaching English (Literacy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- Level 5 Additional Diploma in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Significant revisions have been made to the assessment strategies for PTLLS, CTTLS, DTLLS and Additional Diplomas. The PTLLS has been approved, to download the specification click here. The other qualifications are currently with SVUK and approval and endorsement are expected at the end of July 2008. Until this time draft specifications are available - click here.
Fees for the programmes are available – click here
The following qualifications for learning support workers within the lifelong learning sector are available:
- Level 2 Literacy Language, Numeracy and ICT Awareness
- Level 3 Adult Literacy Subject Support
- Level 3 Adult Numeracy Subject Support
These qualifications will remain in place until December 2008, after which time they are likely to be replaced by new qualifications within the new Learning Support Framework.
To view or download current specifications please go to the Teacher Training and Related Specification page found in the document section.