# Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

> Boost your teaching career with the QUALIFI Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. This recognised qualification helps you plan, deliver, and assess learning in education and training settings. Learn how to engage learners, meet professional standards, and grow your career as a qualified educator. Start your journey today and make a real impact in teaching.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/qualifi-level-4-certificate-in-education-and-training/682
- Provider: [LCFT Business School](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lcft-business-school)
- Price: £629 (was £856), buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 12 months · Self-paced
- Level: Intermediate
- Qualification: Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (QAN 603/6042/2)
- Includes: tutor support, exam, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [Teaching & Childcare](https://upskilluni.com/courses/teaching-and-childcare), [Education and Training](https://upskilluni.com/courses/education-and-training)
- Last updated: 2026-11-11

## Description

**Advance Your Teaching Career with a Recognised Level 4 Qualification**

Want to become a qualified teacher or improve your training skills? The Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is designed to advance practical teaching skills for individuals aiming to build or progress a career in the education and training sector. This qualification supports aspiring and current teachers, trainers, and assessors who want to enhance their professional competence in further education, health and social care training, and workplace learning. It combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on teaching practice, making it highly relevant for real-world teaching environments.

This course develops a strong understanding of teaching roles, responsibilities, and professional standards, with a clear focus on legislation, equality, diversity, and inclusive practice. Learners will gain the skills to plan and deliver structured, engaging lessons that meet diverse learner needs. The programme also emphasises the importance of creating inclusive learning environments that support individual progress and maximise learner achievement across different settings.

A key feature of the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is its focus on assessment and resource management in teaching. Learners will learn how to use initial and diagnostic assessments to identify learner needs, design effective learning plans, and evaluate outcomes. The qualification also equips learners with the ability to select and use appropriate teaching resources, ensuring high-quality delivery of education and training in both one-to-one and group contexts.

With a flexible structure that includes 24 mandatory credits, at least 15 optional credits, and 30 hours of teaching practice, this qualification supports career growth and specialisation. It helps learners build practical, analytical, and reflective teaching skills, preparing them to work confidently in a range of education and training settings. The Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training offers a clear pathway to recognised teaching qualifications and long-term career success. Enrol today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

**Course Details**

To achieve the Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, learners must complete all mandatory units totalling 24 credits. Learners must also select optional units worth a minimum of 15 credits.

A minimum of 36 credits is required to achieve the full qualification, with at least 21 credits achieved at Level 4. As part of the programme requirements, learners must complete 30 hours of teaching practice, enabling the application of theory in real teaching or training environments. This qualification is nationally recognised and regulated.**
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****Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 603/6042/2**

- Delivered 100% online
- Programme available to the UK. EU and International Students

**Unit Reference** **Mandatory Units** **Level** **TQT** **Credits** **GLH** M/618/0458 Understanding Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships in Education and Training

3 30 3 12 R/618/2445 Delivering Education and Training 4 60 6 24 Y/618/2446 Using Resources for Education and Training 4 30 3 15 D/618/2447 Assessing Learners in Education and Training 4 60 6 24 H/618/2448 Managing Learning and Development in Groups 4 60 6 30 **Total** 240 24 105 **Optional Units** K/618/2449 Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners in Education and Training

4 30 3 15 D/618/2450 Equality and Diversity 4 60 6 25 M/618/0282 Assessing Occupational Competence in the Work Environment

3 60 6 30 T/618/0283 Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge, and Understanding

3 60 6 30 F/618/0285 Internally Assure the Internal Quality of Assessment

4 60 6 45 A/618/0284 Understanding the Principles and Practices of the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment 4 60 6 45

**Accreditation**

The Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and holds a unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN). This number appears on the learner’s final certificate. Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 603/6042/2. Learners can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for verification and further details.

QUALIFI Ltd is an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation (Ofqual reference number RN5160). Ofqual oversees standards and quality across vocational qualifications in England, while QUALIFI ensures robust quality assurance and assessment processes. LCFT Business School delivers RQF qualifications awarded by QUALIFI, providing learners with nationally recognised and regulated qualifications.

**Assessment**

This qualification is vocational and supports career progression in education and training. All units are assessed through assignment-based, work-related tasks designed to reflect real teaching and training environments. Learners demonstrate knowledge, critical understanding, and the ability to apply theory to practice, showing original thinking and problem-solving skills. Where appropriate, learners are also required to make practical recommendations for improvement, with academic rigour expected at Level 4.

Assignments are structured around each unit’s Learning Outcomes (LOs) and Assessment Criteria (ACs) and require engagement with key educational theories. Learners use real organisations, case studies, and workplace examples to support their responses, with opportunities for research projects and workplace-based learning. Assessments are internally assessed by LCFT Business School and externally quality assured by QUALIFI. Mature and part-time learners are encouraged to draw on their own professional experience to enrich their learning.

## Curriculum

- Understanding Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships in Education and Training
- Delivering Education and Training
- Using Resources for Education and Training
- Assessing Learners in Education and Training
- Managing Learning and Development in Groups
- Planning to Meet the Needs of Learners in Education and Training
- Equality and Diversity
- Assessing Occupational Competence in the Work Environment
- Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge, and Understanding
- Internally Assure the Internal Quality of Assessment
- Understanding the Principles and Practices of the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment

## Who is this course for?

This Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is ideal for current or aspiring teachers and trainers in the further education and skills sector. It suits those starting a teaching role, seeking career progression, working one-to-one with learners, teaching in industry, or assessors wanting a recognised teaching qualification.

## Entry requirements

For the Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, learners must fulfil the following requirements: Qualifications at Level 2 and/or Work experience in the Education sector and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals; Level 3 qualification in another discipline, and want to develop their educational careers. The learner must be aged 19 or above Good understanding of ICT Learners who are non-native English speakers must have a minimum level of English language competency* Sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment criteria  Note: Learner must ensure that he/she fulfils the requirement before purchasing the qualification. *A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.

## Certificates

Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will get an Ofqual Regulated Certificate (Hardcopy) from Qualifi Ltd, an Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation. Certificate and Transcript + Standard postage (Local and International) = Included in Course Fee If you wish to receive your Certificate and Transcript by special courier, i.e., DHL, there will be an extra cost of £40 (International). Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).

## Career path

Learners completing the Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training can progress to: A Qualifi Level 5 qualification. The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Employment in a related education or training role.

## Funding

Pay Full Fee: £629; 6 Month Instalment: £680, deposit £250, then £71.6 per instalment; 8 Month Instalment: £680, deposit £250, then £53.75 per instalment; Fast Track 4-month Instalment: –