Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTE(E)LLS) -
Level 5 (UK only)
DTE(E)LLS replaces both the Cambridge ESOL Certificate in FE Teaching and the Certificate for ESOL Subject Specialists.
What is DTE(E)LLS?
DTE(E)LLS is a 120-credit integrated teacher training qualification with a specific focus on ESOL subject knowledge. It is the qualification required by teachers wishing to teach English to speakers of other languages in the lifelong learning sector in England. It has been endorsed by Standards Verification UK and is accredited by QCA.
Who is DTE(E)LLS for?
DTE(E)LSL for new teachers in the sector. However, part-qualified teachers may take a pathway through the qualification.
What does DTE(E)LLS involve?
DTE(E)LLS is a 360-hour programme taken part time over two years. Candidates also need to complete a 150-hour teaching placement, eight hours of which are assessed. CELTA is embedded in the syllabus and is an entry requirement for the full programme, which consists of a further 240 hours after CELTA.
During the DTE(E)LLS course candidates complete a number of oral and written assignments and take a language knowledge test.
What is the difference between DTE(E)LLS and DTLLS?
The Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS) is a generic qualification and does not include subject specialist knowledge or subject specialist methodology. If a teacher wants to teach ESOL as a main subject, then DTE(E)LLS is the best route as training includes a key focus on ESOL.
How does DELTA relate to DTE(E)LLS?
Teachers who already have DELTA can take a pathway through the DTE(E)LLS programme. They will need to attend parts of the course and to complete some of the assignments but will not have to repeat assessments already covered on DELTA.
Will teachers with DTE(E)LLS have qualified teacher status?
A qualification is just one of the requirements for qualified teacher status, which for this sector is called QTLS (Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills). As well as the DTE(E)LLS qualification, teachers need to register with the Institute for Learning and complete a programme of professional formation. Teachers may also be required to take national external tests in literacy, numeracy and ICT.
Do teachers who already have a generic teaching qualification such as a Cert Ed or a PGCE need to take DTE(E)LLS?
Teachers with a generic DTLLS qualification need the Additional Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (ADTE(E)LLS). This can be taken either as a separate course or as a pathway through DTE(E)LLS.
Please note that more DTE(E)LLS courses will become available in September 2008.
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