Level 4 · Undergraduate

Level 4 education and training qualifications

14 Level 4 education and training qualifications from Qualifi, OTHM and EduQual, delivered online by Education Training. Equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor's degree (Certificate of Higher Education). Compare credits, duration, entry requirements and fees, then apply online.

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Comparison of Level 4 education and training qualifications
Qualification	Awarding body	Award	Credits	TQT hours	Duration	Fee
Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice	Qualifi	Award	12	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice	Qualifi	Award	12	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Award in Understanding the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice	Qualifi	Award	6	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment	Qualifi	Award	6	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training	Qualifi	Certificate	36	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Diploma in Coaching (Health Practitioner)	Qualifi	Diploma	120	1200	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare	Qualifi	Diploma	40	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Diploma in Education and Training	Qualifi	Diploma	120	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice	OTHM	Award	12	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring to Build Relationships	OTHM	Certificate	30	300	one year	GBP £1250
Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice	OTHM	Certificate	18	—	6 Months	GBP £1250
Level 4 Certificate in Learning, Development and Pedagogy	OTHM	Certificate	36	360	one year	GBP £1250
Level 4 Diploma in Early Childhood Education	OTHM	Diploma	120	—	one year	GBP £1250
Level 4 Diploma in Education and Training Management	OTHM	Diploma	120	1200	one year	GBP £1250

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Equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor's degree (Certificate of Higher Education). Completing a Level 4 qualification prepares you for Level 5.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Level 4 education and training qualification?

The Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is for people already teaching or training who want a recognised qualification with assessed practice. It builds on the Level 3 Award and leads to the Level 5 Diploma.

How many Level 4 qualifications does Education Training offer?

Education Training currently lists 14 Level 4 qualifications from Qualifi, OTHM and EduQual. Each page shows the credits, total qualification time, units, entry requirements and progression route for that award.

How are the qualifications assessed?

By a portfolio of written assignments and, where the qualification requires it, observed teaching practice. Work is marked by our tutors and externally verified by the awarding body. There are no examinations.

Can I study online?

Yes. Education Training delivers every qualification online with tutor support and flexible start dates; teaching-practice hours are completed in your own workplace or on an agreed placement.

What can I progress to afterwards?

Level 4 completers progress to the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, the full teaching qualification for the sector.

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Last reviewed 22 October 2026Source: awarding-body qualification specifications