# OTHM Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy > The OTHM Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy is an Ofqual-regulated Level 4 certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy worth 36 credits (360 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor's degree. Most learners complete it in one year, studying part-time around work. - Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-4-certificate-in-learning-development-and-pedagogy/100 - Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses) - Price: £950, buy online - Study method: Online - Duration: 9 months · Self-paced - Level: Intermediate - Qualification: Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy - Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options - Subjects: [Teaching & Childcare](https://upskilluni.com/courses/teaching-and-childcare), [Teaching and Learning](https://upskilluni.com/courses/teaching-and-learning) - Last updated: 2026-11-12 ## Description The OTHM Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy is a teaching qualification which has a teaching/training practice requirement. It is an ‘in service’ qualification designed for those working or wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England. All learners must have access to 36 hours of teaching and there must be a minimum of three observations of practice, totalling a minimum of three hours. The objective of the OTHM Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy qualification is to give the learner the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills needed to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in terms of learning programmes, development of resources and their subject specific pedagogy. This includes the planning and delivering of schemes of work and sessions, negotiation of individual goals, different teaching and learning strategies, communication issues and developing and evaluating one’s own pedagogical practice in their selected subject area. ## Curriculum - Evaluating learning programmes - Develop and prepare resources for learning and development - Develop learning and development programmes - Manage learning and development in groups - Action Learning to Support Development of Subject Specific Pedagogy ## Who is this course for? This Level 4 certificate suits learners who have finished Level 3 study or have relevant work experience and want a first year of degree-level learning in learning, development and pedagogy. Study the theory online with tutor support from LSIB. Practical skills are assessed by observation, as set out in the OTHM specification. ## Entry requirements This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 19 and above. The entry profile for learners must include: Being 19 years old or older at the beginning of the course Minimum core of literacy, language, numeracy and ICT A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in their own area of specialism Or the following: Be mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme). If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit the English Language Expectations… ## Certificates OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy (Ofqual qualification number 610/3489/7). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee. ## Career path Successful completion of the Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy supports progression to the next RQF level and to employment in learning, development and pedagogy roles. ## Funding Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.