Overview
Welcome to CNA
An advanced teaching diploma for experienced FE practitioners, deepening expertise in curriculum design, inclusive teaching, and professional practice.
Welcome to CNA
An advanced teaching diploma for experienced further education practitioners who already hold a teaching qualification and want to deepen their expertise in curriculum design and inclusive practice.
Where the Level 4 certificate builds foundational teaching competence, this diploma pushes into curriculum leadership — designing programmes, not just individual sessions — and the professional practice expected of a senior FE teacher.
building a coherent programme of study across a full course, not just individual lessons
adapting curriculum and delivery for learners with a wide range of needs and backgrounds
investigating and improving an aspect of your own teaching using a structured, evidence-based approach
supporting less experienced colleagues in their own teaching development
operating to the standards expected of a senior FE and skills practitioner
Key information about the course at a glance.
10 - 12 Months
NCFE CACHE-aligned certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute.
Please contact us for current fee.
Flexible payment options available.
Work towards NCFE CACHE-aligned certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute, issued on successful completion of the programme.
Skills and understanding you can apply directly in real Education & Early Childhood settings.
Delivered in the classroom or online over 10 months - 1 year, so study fits around existing commitments.
A firm base for further study and continued career development within Education & Early Childhood.
A qualification you can evidence — NCFE CACHE-aligned certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute.
A working understanding of day-to-day practice in Education & Early Childhood.
Practical techniques you can put to use immediately.
The confidence to take on more responsibility at work.
Tutor guidance and structured materials throughout the course.
A recognised step towards further study in the same field.
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enrollment process and more.
Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training, or equivalent teaching qualification; Current teaching role in a further education or skills setting
10 Months - 1 Year
The number of face to face taught sessions will be confirmed.
Please contact us for current fee.; Flexible payment options available.
Flexible payment options are available — speak to our admissions team about instalment plans.
NCFE CACHE-aligned certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute.
No hidden costs.; All charges will be communicated clearly at the time of enrolment.
Academic guidance, tutor support and learning resources throughout your course.
