PGCE - Young People and Adult Learning Specialists
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Duration: 2 Years
Start Date: September 2024
End Date: June 2025
Type: Part Time
Tutor: Helen Armstrong and Sam McCredie
Course Fees: £5,000.00 (£2,500.00 per year of study).
This programme has been designed to meet the demand for a postgraduate route into post compulsory teaching to closely meet the needs of graduates. The course will give trainee teachers the skills and confidence they need to become an effective teacher
It is aimed at graduates either currently in / or seeking to pursue a career in the wider education sector and it has been informed by the most recent developments in educational research and government policy.
Trainee teachers will analyse the many changes currently affecting the further education sector and will develop their knowledge of various teaching approaches and techniques to become a skilled and reflective teacher. It supports trainees to transition into relevant careers and / or progress in their educational roles as teachers committed to their own professional development. Furthermore, it actively promotes inclusion, social justice through their current and future practice.
This course focuses on developing teaching skills, and not on the subject intended to teach. For this reason, trainee teachers are expected to have a good understanding of their chosen subject(s) before starting training. PGCE Young People and Adult Specialists is a Level 7 (Masters Level) programme.
Trainee teachers will analyse the many changes currently affecting the further education and skills sector. They will develop their knowledge of various teaching approaches and techniques to become a skilled and reflective teacher. With the support from experienced tutors from a range of sectors across the industry, trainee teachers will receive real life examples and industry contact including workshops and placements to understand the complex, ever-changing and exciting world of teaching. We pride ourselves on the personalised lessons and seminars where classes enable trainees to have more interaction and support from tutors to help maximise their potential.
Students will learn;
- Year 1 – Level 6 Modules
- PGCE 301 – Developing Teaching Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
- DET 303 – Theories Principals and Models in Education and Training
- DET 304 - Inclusive Teaching in a Specialist Area
- Year 2 – Level 7 Modules
- PGCE 401 - Developing Teaching Learning and Assessment in Education and Training
- PGCE 403 – Wider Professional Practice
- PGCE 408 – Understanding and Managing Behaviours in the Learning Environment
Post Graduate Certificate in Education. This also secure units which attach Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CATS) points. These can help successful trainees progress onto Masters Degrees in Education.
Extra Studies:There is a requirement of a minimum of 100hrs teaching over the duration of the two years. You will also need to have a sound understanding of the latest Safeguarding policy and the Equality and Diversity Art.
On this programme you will attend taught sessions and seminars alongside carrying out your 100hrs teaching practice. These sessions include a combination of yearlong and individual modules that are aligned to meet the assessment needs of the programme and have a strong focus on the development of teaching strategies and approaches. This philosophy is based upon the importance of learning through experience and therefore utilises a wide range of teaching and learning methods, which trainees can reflect upon and adapt for use within their own practice. The content and order of delivery ensure the maximisation and transfer of knowledge from the taught session to the trainee. There is an element of independent study to be carried out as this will further solidify the content delivered within the taught sessions.
There are a combination of assignments, presentations, professional discussions and observation of teaching practice.
- Hold a good level degree in the subject area you are wanting to teach,
- You must have a proficient standard of language, literacy, numeracy, and ICT. These areas will be assessed through your application and as part of the induction process,
- You must confirm you have a minimum of 100 teaching hours available and have the support of a subject specialist mentor prior to enrolling on the programme, suitable and supportive placement, however these cannot be guaranteed,
- If English is nor your first language, you will require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5,
- Entry on the programme will be dependent upon a valid enhanced DBK check which must be carried out by the college in line with government policy.
- Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.
The course fully meets the requirements for the Initial Teacher Education for the post compulsory sector and can lead to QTLS. The placement allows for the opportunity to impress future employers and potentially gain employment.
MEd in Education and Professional Development.
Course costs and information:
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