Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS)

The DTLLS is the highest qualification in the Initial Teacher Training (ITT) suite which also includes PTLLS and CTLLS. A DTLLS satisfies the government requirement for teachers, tutors and trainers in a Full Teacher role to hold a Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector.

Learning Outcomes

You will gain knowledge and understanding of the teacher's role and approaches to teaching and learning, plan learning sessions and manage learning. The achievement of a Level 5 DTLLS will confirm that you have shown a good understanding of the essential aspects of the teacher/trainer role, can organise and manage effective learning and have developed professionally through on-going reflection and evaluation. In particular, you will be able to show:

- an understanding of the teaching and learning process,

- review different methods of initial assessment, 

- establish and maintain inclusive learning environments,

- plan, deliver and evaluate learning

- use appropriate delivery methods

- use and evaluate different methods of assessment

- reflect on your own practice

Course Modules

There are seven mandatory units:

- Preparing to teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

- Planning and enabling learning

- Enabling Learning and assessment

- Theories and principles for planning and enabling learning

- Continuing personal and proferssional development

- Curriculum development for inclusive practice

- Wider professional practice

In addition, two optional unit must be completed.

Career Benefits

With a DTLLS you can register with the Institute for Learning (IfL) and work towards professional formation, QTLS, which gives you a Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status in the Lifelong Learning Sector. The DTLLS is equivalent to a Certificate in Education (Cert Ed) or PGCE.  

Teaching Methods

We primarily encourage you to learn through discovery and active practice, rather than being reliant on teachers and textbooks. Tasks are designed to respond to individual learning styles and needs, and we offer constructive feedback acknowledging that making mistakes is a crucial part of effective learning. Resources are available on moodle.

Assessment

The course is formatively assessed to monitor your progress and help you identify those areas that need extra attention. There are no exams, but you will need to build a portfolio of evidence to show how you meet the assessment criteria. 

Transferrable Skills

You will develop a degree of self-reflection and begin to recognise your own strengths and weaknesses. Key skills such as problem-solving and working with others as well as functional skills in literacy, numeracy and ICT are embedded in the course. All of these are skills that allow you to progress in education, training and employment and make a positive contribution to your community.

Progression

The PTLLS gives you progression onto the DTLLS, provided you meet the other entry criteria.

Awarding Body

EDI

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, but an Initial Assessment will determine which level you can study at. To study with Atkins Academy, you must be at least 18 years old.

Course Modes & Fees

Part-time, distance learning 

Day

Evening

Weekend

e-Learning