Introduction

3. LRSM

About the LRSM Teaching diploma

• The LRSM is a Level 6 qualification.
• It's available as a digital exam. 
• Candidates must pass ABRSM Grade 8 in the instrument being taught, or the ARSM in Music Teaching before they can take an LRSM. We also accept Grade 8 in instruments that are closely related or appropriate professional experience. 
• We recommend a minimum age of 21. 

What does the candidate need to prepare?

This qualification has three components: Unit 1A: Music Teaching in Practice, Unit 1B: Music Teaching in Context and Unit 2: Reflective Practice and Professional Values

• Unit 1A: A Video of 45 minutes ( ±10%) and Supporting Commentary of 3000 words ( ±10%) or 16 minutes spoken ( ±10%).  The work captured in this video must be sustained over a period of at least 10 weeks, with the same learners and be delivered to a concrete plan against which you can evaluate your effectiveness. The Supporting Commentary takes the form of a series of short items using additional documentation from ABRSM.
  
• Unit 1B: Written Submission of 2000 words ( ±10%) or 10 minutes spoken ( ±10%). This written submission takes the form of shorter written items chosen from a list. You can find the list of options on page 21 of the Qualifications Specification and the additional documentation mentioned above. The submission must include two tasks chosen from Group A and two tasks chosen from Group B. 
  
• Unit 2: 40-minute structured conversation with an examiner. 
  

Find out more about the FRSM on the next page.