Education - V Level
Course Overview
Education - V Level
Education is ideal for students who are interested in understanding how people learn, develop and achieve their potential.
Throughout the course, you will explore how learning takes place, the different ways people develop and the factors that can influence educational success. You will develop practical skills in supporting learners, understanding educational environments and exploring real-world challenges within education.
Studied alongside two A Levels, this course will help you build valuable skills in communication, problem-solving, teamwork and supporting others. These transferable skills are highly valued by universities and employers, providing a strong foundation for further study or a future career in teaching, early years, healthcare, counselling or other people-focused professions.
Course highlights:
Planning engaging learning activities
Discover how to plan lessons and activities that help learners develop and achieve their goals. Explore how to choose suitable resources, use digital tools and create engaging learning experiences.
Communicating with parents, carers and professionals
Develop the skills to communicate clearly and confidently with parents, carers and education professionals. Learn how to overcome communication barriers, build positive relationships and work together to support learners.
Creating inclusive learning environments
Understand how to adapt lessons and activities to meet the needs of different learners. Explore ways to remove barriers to learning and ensure everyone feels included, supported and able to succeed.
Keeping learners safe
Learn how to identify and manage risks in classrooms, outdoor spaces and other learning environments. Develop the skills to plan safe activities and use digital tools to record and communicate safety information.
Assessing progress and supporting achievement
Explore different methods of assessment and how they can be used to monitor progress. Learn how to set achievable targets, provide constructive feedback and support learners to improve and reach their potential.
Located at: Barnsley Sixth Form College
Course Start: September 2027
Course length: 2 Years
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: QSFCVLEDY1
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.
Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 23 October 2026.
