Focus Awards
    Level 5
    QN: 603/4150/6
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    Focus Awards Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Focus Awards. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 168 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 5
    Awarding Body
    Focus Awards
    Syllabus Units
    11 Units
    Guided Hours
    168 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Lesson Planning for Teaching English as a Foreign Language

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the contents of a lesson plan and the stages of a lesson
    • Understand the value of the various interactive modes available between learners and teacher
    • Be able to produce lesson plans appropriate to the language ability of the target group
    2

    Materials and Aids for Teaching English

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to evaluate the range of media available to the modern ELT classroom both electronic and non-electronic
    • Be able to justify the value of using authentic materials wherever possible
    3

    Principles of Teaching English As A Foreign Language

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the current role of English as a global language
    • Understand modern methodologies and best classroom practice
    4

    Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Young Learners

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the principles of teaching 5 – 16 year old learners
    • Be able to design lessons and activities appropriate to the linguistic needs and purposes of 5 – 16 year old learners
    5

    Teaching English Grammar

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to present grammatical structures and meaning in context
    • Be able to select the target language appropriate to the linguistic level of the learners
    • Be able to assess, grade and correct language for teaching purposes
    6

    Teaching English Vocabulary

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to select appropriate techniques and strategies for the teaching of vocabulary
    7

    Teaching Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to distinguish between accuracy and fluency
    • Be able to investigate a range of communication activities
    • Be able to explore the stages inherent in developing the productive skills of writing and speaking
    • Be able to introduce ways of teaching speaking and writing skills
    8

    Teaching Pronunciation of English

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to evaluate the range of media available to the modern ELT classroom both electronic and non-electronic
    • Be able to justify the value of using authentic materials wherever possible
    9

    Teaching Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand types of listening and reading skills
    • Understand different ways of teaching reading skills
    10

    Understanding English Grammar

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand word classes and their uses in English grammar
    • Understand tense, person and number in English grammar
    • Understand syntax and punctuation in English grammar
    11

    Using Resources Effectively when Teaching English as a Foreign Language

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to evaluate course books and other texts
    • Be able to integrate the use of course books within the planning and implementation of a scheme of work
    • Be able to use the internet as an effective resource

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/4150/6
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    Focus Awards
    Qualification Type
    Occupational Qualification
    Operational Start
    Mar 2019