A quick guide to our new Teaching Diplomas
Completion requirements
This short guide provides an introduction to our new Teaching diploma suite. It does not replace the Qualification Specification.
If you are planning to take a diploma or prepare a student for one, it's important to read the Qualification Specification in full before preparing. Use the contents list on the right-hand side to navigate through the different diplomas.
4. FRSM
About the FRSM Teaching diploma
- The FRSM is a Level 7 qualification.
- It's available as a digital exam.
- Candidates must LRSM in Music Teaching before they can take an FRSM. We also accept appropriate professional experience.
- We recommend a minimum age of 24.
What does the candidate need to prepare?
This qualification has two components: Unit 1: Music Education in Practice and Unit 2: Reflective Practice and Professional Values.
- Unit 1: One written submission is required, approximately 10,000 words in length (±10%). Submit a detailed description of the work you intend to undertake for ABRSM to provide feedback on. Do not embark on the work until you have received feedback on this initial submission.
- Unit 2: Professional Discussion lasting 50 minutes.
On the next few pages we'll provide more detail on Unit 1 and Unit 2.