QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (The TEFL Academy)

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QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (The TEFL Academy)

Level-5

Getting Started

The qualification has been created to contribute to the professionalism of the global TEFL industry. The programme is designed to develop the academic and professional skills and qualities needed to begin a career as an TEFL teacher.

The Level 5 programme will require learners to understand language systems and commonly used teaching approaches to embark on a career in TEFL. The qualification will enable learners to become independent, novice teachers with the tools to plan appropriate lessons and courses for their students without support if necessary. The optional (unaccredited) short follow-on courses allow our learners to select a teaching specialisation if they wish to.

Key Benefits

· To understand English language rules and how to convey these in a foreign language classroom.

· To comprehend the nature of foreign language skills and how to develop them.

· To apprehend and apply basic standard teaching procedures appropriately and select, design, and review the teaching materials and lesson plans appropriate to specific teaching situations.

· Improve one's employability by developing awareness of the relationship between learner needs and the practical application of teaching methodology in the language classroom.

Key Highlights

Learners completing the QUALIFI Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) can:

· Use credit against a QUALIFI Level 5 qualification.

· Go directly into employment in an associated profession.

Career Pathways

The QUALIFI 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) can open many career pathways including, but not limited to

· ESOL Tutor with an estimated average salary of £25,000 per annum

· English Language Teacher with an estimated average salary of £28,000 per annum

· EFL Teacher with an estimated average salary of £25,000 per annum

About Awarding Body

QUALIFI, recognised by Ofqual awarding organisation has assembled a reputation for maintaining significant skills in a wide range of job roles and industries which comprises Leadership, Hospitality & Catering, Health and Social Care, Enterprise and Management, Process Outsourcing and Public Services. They are liable for awarding organisations and thereby ensuring quality assurance in Wales and Northern Ireland.

What is included?

Outstanding tutor support that gives you supportive guidance all through the course accomplishment through the SBTL Support Desk Portal.
Access our cutting-edge learning management platform to access vital learning resources and communicate with the support desk team.
Quality learning materials such as structured lecture notes, study guides, and practical applications, which include real-world examples and case studies, will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats: PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.
The tutors will provide Formative assessment feedback to improve the learners’ achievements.
Assessment materials are accessible through our online learning platform.
Supervision for all modules.
Multiplatform accessibility through an online learning platform facilitates SBTL in providing learners with course materials directly through smartphones, laptops, tablets or desktops, allowing students to study at their convenience.
Live Classes (for Blended Learning Students only)

Assessment

Time-constrained scenario-based assignments
No examinations

Entry Requirements

The QUALIFI 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) can open many career pathways including, but not limited to

· ESOL Tutor with an estimated average salary of £25,000 per annum

· English Language Teacher with an estimated average salary of £28,000 per annum

· EFL Teacher with an estimated average salary of £25,000 per annum

Progression

Learners completing the QUALIFI Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) can:

· Use credit against a QUALIFI Level 5 qualification.

· Go directly into employment in an associated profession.

Why gain a QUALIFI Qualification?

This suite of qualifications provides enormous opportunities to learners seeking career and professional development.

The highlighting factor of this qualification is that:

The learners attain career path support who wish to pursue their career in their denominated sectors;
It helps provide a deep understanding of the health and social care sector and managing the organisations, which will, in turn, help enhance the learner's insight into their chosen sector.

The qualification provides a real combination of disciplines and skills development opportunities. The Learners attain in-depth awareness concerning the organisation's functioning, aims and processes. They can also explore ways to respond positively to this challenging and complex health and social care environment. The learners will be introduced to managing the wide range of health and social care functions using theory, practice sessions and models that provide valuable knowledge. As a part of this suite of qualifications, the learners will be able to explore and attain hands-on training and experience in this field. Learners also acquire the ability to face and solve issues then and there by exposure to all the Units. The qualification will also help to

Apply scientific and evaluative methods to develop those skills.
Find out threats and opportunities.
Develop knowledge in managerial, organisational and environmental issues.
Develop and empower critical thinking and innovativeness to handle problems and difficulties.
Practice judgement, own and take responsibility for decisions and actions.
Develop the capacity to perceive and reflect on individual learning and improve their social and other transferable aptitudes and skills.

Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable.

Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.

UNIT1- An Introduction to Lesson Planning

Reference No : M/617/3459

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To introduce students to the principles of lesson planning for foreign language lessons. To recognise the common basic lesson structure and types of class and classroom interactions and to produce effective lesson plans for classes at different levels.

UNIT2- Teaching English Vocabulary

Reference No : H/617/3460

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To introduce students to the analysis of vocabulary for language teaching purposes and techniques used to convey meaning. To comprehend the terminology used to categorise vocabulary. To apprehend a vocabulary item's meaning, form and pronunciation for teaching purposes and use various vocabulary teaching and recycling techniques.

UNIT3- Teaching Pronunciation

Reference No : K/617/3461

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To give students a sufficient understanding of English pronunciation for teaching purposes. To understand the value of the phonetic symbols used to represent the sounds of spoken English.

UNIT4- Understanding English Grammar

Reference No : M/617/3462

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To introduce students to the main grammatical areas, they must teach EFL. To understand the clause and sentence structure and the forms and functions of verb tenses.

UNIT5- Teaching Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading

Reference No : T/617/3463

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To give students an understanding of reading and listening skills and procedures and techniques used to enhance these skills in foreign language teaching. To implement different approaches to developing reading and listening skills.

UNIT6- Teaching Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing

Reference No : A/617/3464

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To give learners an understanding of speaking and writing skills and procedures and techniques used to enhance these skills in foreign language teaching.

UNIT7- Teaching English Grammar

Reference No : F/617/3465

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To equip students to teach grammar effectively to adult and teenage EFL students. To understand the learning order of grammatical structures in ESOL learners.

UNIT8- History of the English Language and English Language Teaching

Reference No : J/617/3466

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To familiarise students with the history of English and reasons for the high demand for English as a foreign language. The learner will be able to identify modern teaching approaches in their context in the history of TEFL.

UNIT9- Teaching Materials and Aids and Classroom Management Strategies

Reference No : L/617/3467

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To familiarise students with common teaching aids, procedures, and strategies that can be used to promote good behaviour. The learner will be able to comprehend the reasons for using authentic materials in language teaching.

UNIT10- The Effective Use of Resources for TEFL

Reference No : R/617/3468

Credit : 40 || TQT : 400

To familiarise students with the types of teaching they may have to do and equip them with strategies for coping with the job demands. The learner will be able to apprehend how to integrate course book materials into a scheme of work and understand how the internet can be exploited for language teaching in the classroom.

Delivery Methods

School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.

The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.

Resources and Support

School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently.

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

How does the Online Learning work at SBTL?

We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL’s simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas.

How will you study online?

With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal.

How will I get tutor support online?

School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.

What is the difference between online learning and blended learning at SBTL?

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue a smart learning approach where the traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and the support level is incredibly high. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor whether it is online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish of the course.

The significant difference between blended and online learning at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions which can be booked in advance on their convenience most of the time. In addition to the Online Live Sessions, students will also receive all the standard benefits offered to Online Learning students.

How does the blended learning work at SBTL?

SBTL strategically and conveniently employ Blended Learning, where web-based learning using hybrid-teaching technology coupled with a block delivery of live workshops (classes) replaces the traditional regular classroom-based learning. The live sessions are provided online using Apps like GoToMeeting, Zoom or Skype. In addition to the live sessions, blended learning students will receive comprehensive tutor support through our support desk portal like online learning students.

This mode of study is treated as a Full-time study, not as Online learning. School of Business & Technology London understands that choosing the right education institution is as important as the qualifications you gain. Thus, SBTL always takes a genuine interest in the needs of our students and believe that we can drive positive change for their future.

Does TQT and GLH denotes the same?

Total Qualification Time (TQT) denotes the minimum timeframe a learner takes or requires to complete their qualification.It comprises of the GL (Hours) plus all other time taken in preparation,study or research or any other form of participation in education or training, however no direct supervision of a lecturer or tutor is required. TQT is a terminology mostly used within the qualifications regulated by Ofqual as part of the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF). When calculating TQT, Awarding bodies take into account similar qualifications to ensure that both the quality and the requirement is met. We also consider the views and expectations of the learners of our qualifications during the development process leading to the attainment of qualification. Our learners will see TQT expressed in two ways within the qualification specifications.

Guided Learning hours are designed in a way that the learner need to complete the activities/ presentations under the instruction, guidance or supervision of a lecturer, tutor or supervisor either by physical presence or electronic means such as prepared lecture slides or learning material. Where a qualification follows a unitised structure, each unit will be allocated a GL(hours) value but where a qualification does not follow a unitised structure, GL (hours) will be allocated to the qualification as a whole. We at School of Business & Technology London provide well precise and detailed learning materials, prepared by qualified and approved tutors in line with the specifications detailed by the awarding body. Besides, learners are given constructive formative feedback for each unit emphasising for learning and development.

Do i have access to books and journals?

We at SBTL offer comprehensive learning materials to the learners made by qualified and approved tutors. In order to accomplish the qualification, learners are needed to undertake further research and readings to achieve the learning outcomes. Thus for further research and readings learners may need to access a number of books and/or journals ,articles from external sources such as libraries or online libraries when and where required. . If you are studying a CMI qualification, you will be provided with access to CMI Management Direct portal where you will have access to several eBooks, Journals and videos etc.

Is the fee structure for online learning and blended learning same?

The course fee for online learning and blended learning are different. The fee details provided in the ‘fees and funding section’ of each course is meant for online learning only. If you want to know the fee details for a blended learning program, please speak to our admission team or email at admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk.

What comprehensive supports do I get with Blended Learning?

SBTL continuously innovates and provides high-quality education to transform the skills, knowledge and understanding of our students to enhance their employability and enable them to compete successfully in the dynamic and ever-changing business world. Blended Learning students at SBTL will receive the following benefits.

Allocated Supervisor/tutor
Comprehensive Tutor Support through tutor support desk portal.
Live Workshops (Classes)
Virtual Learning Environment Platform
Assessment Resources
Assessment Guidelines
Comprehensive Module Guidelines
Evaluation Samples

How many hours live sessions will I receive with blended learning option?

The number of hours of live sessions offered for blended learning students varies according to the course level they enrolled. Please see the illustrative examples below.

Award Level - 3 Hours
Certificate Level- 6 Hours
Diploma Level- 8 Hours
Extended Diploma – 10 Hours

What makes you different from other providers?

At School of Business & Technology London, we deploy a cutting-edge learning management system where the learners are enabled to pursue accredited online education with a simplified process. We focus on conferring utmost flexibility on you for schedules and accessibility and learner decide when and how to study. We offer advanced and proficient course portfolio, which meets the current global professional needs. Learners can accomplish their qualification at their own pace, and they don't need to put their life on hold to get qualified.

What does the allocated tutor provide to me ?

Provide you with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish of your course through the support desk portal.
Offer constructive formative feedback on your assignments, which you can then revise.
Offer guidance on the proposed structure.
Discuss the progress of your works with you during the course.
Advise you about matters of presentation, such as the title page, contents page, pagination, footnoting and Harvard Referencing.

Do you provide learning materials?

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

Do I have to purchase any book?

We at SBTL offer comprehensive learning materials to the learners made by the industry experts. However, some courses may require textbooks to be bought by the student though it is not essential. If you are studying a CMI qualification, you will be provided with access to CMI Management Direct portal where you will have access to several eBooks, Journals and videos etc.

How are the assessments conducted?

Assessments are conducted through assignments and exams. Most of the courses offered at SBTL do to come with exams but only assignments. To find out whether your course requires exams, please visit the relevant course details page on our website and check the assessment section.

Can I interchange units?

Being an approved centre, School of Business & Technology London reserve the right to preselect units to deliver each qualification. For every course, SBTL has preselected units (modules) as per the criteria among the various units listed in the course specification provided by the awarding body. The preselected units are shown in the details page of every course on our website.

Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.

What are the payment methods?

The fee can be paid in either of the following methods:

Debit / Credit Card
PayPal
Bank Transfer

Does my course have a deadline?

As it is a purely online program you have the flexibility to complete the learning at your ease. However, there is a course expiry date for each awarding body. Learner(s) is required to complete their course within the duration specified for each course. If the learner(s) would require additional time, they should inform the admissions manager during the enrollment process. The course duration for all the (a) award programs are 6 months, (b) certificate programs are 10 months, (c) diploma programs are 12 months and (d) extended diploma programs are 18 months. The course duration for the degree top-up programs are subject to the relevant university where the learner(s) is enrolled. This course duration is applicable for all the programs delivered by SBTL, irrespective of the awarding bodies. Suppose, for any reason, you exceed the maximum course duration, and additional time was not agreed upon during enrolment. In that case, you must request a course extension in writing within 14 days of the course expiry date. If your request is approved, a course extension fee is applicable. The applicable course extension fee is £150.00 plus VAT, which acts towards the administration charges for the course extension. You may also need to pay any awarding body re-registration fee if applicable, which will be subject to the policy of the respective awarding body .

What is the URL for the payment page?

https://www.sbusinesslondon.ac.uk/pay-here

Do I have to pay full payment in advance?

The fee can be paid in two ways; either it can be made with a single payment or monthly instalments as specified in the course details page. Students who make a single amount will get an extra discount.

Can I have a customised payment plan?

Both monthly and single payment details for online learning are given on our site. However, if you want to have a customised payment plan, please speak to our admission team or email at admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk

What are the significant steps that I need to follow once I decide to join with you?

Select your course

You choose the course that you decide to pursue but ensure you meet the entry requirements.

Enrol

Once the course is selected, you make an application via our website and contact us via email admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk. You can make the payment online or bank transfer- either a single payment or easily monthly instalments.

Access to Learning Portal

You will be provided with the login credentials to access the learning portal, which will have all sorts of pathway learning materials to complete your programs successfully. The simplified materials are easy to understand and would help you to work on your assignments.

Dedicated Tutor

You will be allocated to a tutor and supported by our academic support team who will assist, and advice about your course and assignments. Once you accomplish your assignment, your allocated tutor will assess your work and provides you with formative feedback which will help you to improve your assignment prior to the final submission.

Assessment of Assignments.

Feedback is provided to you regularly when you improve your work. Once the final submission is made, marks and grades are published via the learning portal.

Certification

You will get your certificate once you completed the course successfully. You can then move on to your desired career with the help of the accredited certificate. You can enrol for a different course with us; if you want to study more, Decision is yours.