LEVEL 6 DIPLOMA IN TEACHING AND LEARNING

The objective of the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning is to develop learners understanding of the theory and practice involved in education. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective practitioner in the education sector. It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of curriculum planning, effective performance, action research and development. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within education and/or management. Successful completion of the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards a relevant Degree or Masters programme with advanced standing

ASSESSMENT AND VERIFICATION

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. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the assessor. The assessor should provide an audit trail showing how the judgement of the learners’ overall achievement has been arrived at.

Guided Learning Hours (GLH) 480 Hrs, 12 Months

Cost of programme:  Ksh158,000, £905

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

For entry onto the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning qualification, learners

must:

• possess a relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or equivalent

recognised qualification

• be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course or
• be mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must

check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency

COMPLETION & PROGRESSION

Achieving the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study.