Professional Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
When can you start this course? | Fees | Course length | Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
- If you teach in the lifelong learning sector, but don't have a full teaching role, this is an essential qualification for you.
- We've got knowledgeable and friendly tutors who will support you as you learn.
- It's a great developmental opportunity, which will help you to progress in your career.
About the course
If you're currently teaching in the lifelong learning sector, but don't have a full teaching role, we've developed this qualification for you.
In your current role, you may lead workshops and one to one sessions or be an NVQ assessor, but you may not have responsibility for preparing, planning and assessing, or interviewing or guiding students.
You'll study this course part time over one semester (15 weeks). You'll examine the theories of teaching, learning and assessment and you'll evaluate their suitability and validity by putting them into practice in your workplace.
You won't have to take any exams - you'll be assessed on your coursework through two 3000 word assessments, a personal development journal and a teaching file.
Find out more about what subjects and modules you'll be studying...Your career
When you've completed this course you may be given the opportunity to take on extra roles and responsibilities at work. And you can move on to the Professional Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector, which leads to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (OTLS) status.
What our students say
"Great course."
"Excellent tutors."
"Friendly, supportive atmosphere."
"Hard work but I enjoyed every minute of it."
"Challenging yet exciting."
Anything else?
Once you've applied for this course, we'll keep in touch with you through emails to ensure you receive all of the necessary information during the application process. So, please make sure you provide us with the correct email address or let us know if it changes, and remember to check your emails (and spam folder) regularly.
Start dates
If you're from the UK or EU you can apply to study this course in:
- February 2012
- September 2012
Fees*
UK students
- £675 per module
*These fees apply if you're starting this course between September 2011 and August 2012. We recommend you check fee details with us though, as they can change. Costs can increase each year and there may be extra costs eg for exams, trips or special modules.
Course length
Part time: 1 semester (which equates to 7½ weeks full time study)Entry requirements
You'll need: Level 3 subject qualification (A level or equivalent)Level 2 Maths and English ...
