This course prepares you for work with learners in the post-compulsory education and training (PcET) sector. This includes further education colleges, adult and community education, sixth form centres, prison education and training organisations. The age of the students you will teach will range from 16 years to post retirement age.
• Applications are invited from both graduates and non-graduates. • For graduates, a 2:1 degree or above is desirable, but not essential, or a recognised equivalent, in a relevant subject area. If you are offering a vocational subject you are normally expected also to demonstrate that you have some relevant vocational experience. • For non-graduates, experience in a vocational area, or experience of working in a teaching or training environment is needed or a Level 3 qualification. • Mathematics and English language GCSE Grade C or above, or equivalent, are desirable, but not essential • Enhanced DBS check required as appropriate • An interview is required for this course
The first year of the programme is designed to develop a range of essential teaching skills, increase knowledge of the learning process and develop ideas relating to teaching and learning strategies. Three modules will be completed during the first year: • Planning for Learning (20 credits) • Assessing for Learning (20 credits) • Developing Professional Practice * (20 credits) * This module will include the completion of 70 hours (minimum) of teaching to include 20 hours observation of an experienced tutor.
Assessment includes assignments based on lesson planning, teaching, assessment and evaluation, course design and small scale research. There are no formal examinations. Assessment of professional practice is via a series of observations and assessments and the compilation of a professional development portfolio.
Successful completion will gain a teaching qualification, along with a range of teaching skills and techniques.
01 August 2025 - 31 July 2026