Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Qualification Number : 610/1558/1

Emperia College, one of the best UK education provider, offers Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language- The TEFL Org (RQF) awarded by TQUK, an Awarding Organization recognized by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England, and by CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland. This program ensures quality education and provides comprehensive learning materials, dedicated tutor support, and flexible self-paced study. Assessments after each unit allow smooth progression and skill acquisition, fitting around your existing commitments.

The purpose of this qualification is to develop knowledge and skills relevant to a particular specialization within an occupation or set of occupations. The target audience for the qualification is learners with little or no experience of teaching English.The aim is to develop the introductory knowledge and skills required to begin to teach English as a foreign language. The qualification develops learners’ knowledge of the English language and how to teach it; how to assess the needs of learners; preparing lesson plans and materials; identify resources and adapt to the needs of younger learners. Learners have the option to complete, telephone teaching, teaching large classes and English for Academic purposes which allows learners to expand knowledge in specific and applicable areas.

Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Procedure and Registration

Become a teacher for Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Online Support

Flexible Learning

Excellent Study Material

No Exams

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level one in literacy and numeracy or equivalent. The qualification develops competence therefore learners must be in paid or voluntary work to enable assessment to take place The qualification is suitable for learners of 16 years of age and above.

Assessment

You can start this course at any time, and you would be registered for a one-year period. You also have access to a personal tutor who can be contacted through the online platform or by email. Your tutor is available to assist with any queries and to mark your assignments for the Awarding Organisation.

This course assesses your knowledge with a variety of end-of-unit assignments. These assignments will be submitted to your tutor for feedback, facilitating your learning and progression. The qualification is assessed by internally set and marked assessments subject to external quality assurance. All learning outcomes and assessment criteria must be met to achieve a pass - there is no grading.

As the course is self-study, you can complete it as quickly as you like. Support extensions are available if students do not complete the course within the one-year period

Progression

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as: Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Total Credits 35
UNIT	TITLE	UNIT-REF	LEVEL	CREDIT VALUE
1	Understanding English Grammar for Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand tense, person and number in English grammar./li> Understand word classes in English grammar. Understand punctuation in English grammar. Understand grammar structures and the importance of speech patterns when teaching grammar	F/650/4338	5	4
2	Understanding modern methodologies for Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand modern methodologies and best classroom practice.	H/650/4339	5	3
3	Understanding Teacher and Student interaction within a Teaching English as a Foreign Language Class Understand ways teachers interact with students within a TEFL class. Understand the value of one-to-one classes in a business English context.	L/650/4340	5	3
4	Understand lesson planning Know how to use of presentation, practice, and production (PPP) paradigm. Understand lesson planning. Understand the principles of teaching young learners. Be able to design lessons and activities appropriate for young adult learners.	M/650/4341	5	3
5	Activities in the classroom for Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand the use of activities in the classroom.	R/650/4342	5	2
6	Teaching Vocabulary and Functions Understand lexis and cognates within linguistics for teaching. Understand recycled vocabulary. Understand false friends. Know how to use dictionaries in lessons.	T/650/4343	5	3
7	Teaching Reading and Listening Understand types of listening and reading skills. Understand different ways of teaching reading skills.	Y/650/4344	5	3
8	Teaching Writing and Speaking Understand accuracy and fluency. Understand the categorization of communication activities. Understand the stages in developing productive writing skills.	A/650/4345	5	3
9	Introduction to Phonology for Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand basic phonetics and phonology and its practical application in the classroom. Understand the importance of phonology and stress patterns Understand mother tongue and how mother tongue can be avoided.	D/650/4346	5	3
10	Understand the use of resources when Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand the importance of authentic materials. Understand the use of different resources and how to match them to learners’ needs	F/650/4347	5	3
11	Teaching Large Classes for Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand large classes. Understand classroom organization for a large class Understand activities and disciplines for a large class.	J/650/4349	2	3
12	Teaching English for Academic Purposes for Teaching English as a Foreign Language Understand English for Academic Purposes.	M/650/4350	2	2