The  Diploma is one of the first 5 available for teaching in selected areas of the country from September 2008. From 2013, any 14 to 19 year old will have the right to take a Diploma course wherever they live. 

The Benefits of a Diploma

• It combines classroom learning with practical experience.
• Students have the chance to do part of their learning in other schools, colleges or the workplace.
• Learning about their chosen sector will help students make decisions about their future career.
• Students acquire transferable skills that any employer, in any sector would recognise.
• Diploma students have the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to go on to college or university.

Find out more about how to get involved in teaching the Diploma at Teachernet.