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Introductory Courses

Interested in a career in teaching but don't know where to start? Then our introductory programmes are the perfect starting point.

Our introductory programmes have proved useful as a starting point to future Foundation Degree and PGCE students. It helps them gain experience and confidence in the sector allowing them to be more successful on our Higher Education Programmes.

If you are unsure if teaching is right for you or if you want a better understanding of the sector, our introductory Award in Education and Training could be perfect for you. If you want a staged route to getting qualified, the Certificate in Education and Training is a good option.

We have designed the courses to be flexible and offer part-time and intensive options so you can fit the course around other work or study.

Award in Education and Training

Award in Education & Training

Part-Time and Intensive options available

Part-time Start Dates - September, January and April
Intensive Start Dates - July, August and September

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Who is this course for?

This course is designed to give a thorough introduction into teaching and learning in further, adult, and community education. The key principles of effective teaching are covered and students have the opportunity of practising teaching within the classroom situation.

This course is ideal if you work, or would like to work, as a teacher in further/adult education or with any learners aged 14 and above. It is also ideal for trainers in commerce, industry, public sector, OLAS or HM Forces who would like to achieve a recognised award.

What do you need to apply for the course?

You should have qualifications or appropriate experience in the subject you wish to teach.

If English is not your first language, you will require an IELTS score of 7.00 or above.

If your application is successful you will be required to complete an initial assessment and interview.

How will you learn?

You will learn through a combination of Lectures, Work-based activities, Group discussions, Self-directed study and Assignments. You will be assessed through a combination of reports, assignments, research tasks and presentations.

The course covers:

  • Key principles of delivering learning
  • Learning Programmes
  • Planning and Preparing sessions
  • Delivery of a micro-teaching session
  • Learning journals and a summative profile
  • Assessment methods


Where could this course take you?

On successful completion of the course you will receive a Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you are interested in moving into a training role, you can progress to the Certificate in Education & Training (CTLLS).

If you want to achieve a full teaching qualification mapped to the national standards, the School of Education offers three options:

  • the Foundation degree award in Education and Training (Level 5)
  • the professional graduate certificate (ProfGCE) for young people and adult learning specialists (Level 6)
  • the post graduate certificate in education (PGCE) for young people and adult specialists (Level 7)


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Certificate in Education and Training

Certificate in Education and Training (CTLLS)

Part-Time

Start Dates - September and January 

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Who is this course for?

This course provides a thorough preparation for further education teaching and training. It offers a range of skills essential for effective teaching and focuses on the planning and delivery of teaching and on associated skills related to the design of materials. Learning theories and educational issues are related to and integrated into practical teaching experience.

This course is ideal if you work, or would like to work, as a teacher in the Lifelong Learning Sector i.e. further, adult and community education, work-based learning and the voluntary sector, technicians and support staff in further and adult education.

What do you need to apply for the course?

You must hold an Award in Education & Training qualification (PTLLS) or equivalent. You must be qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in the subject area you wish to teach or have at least three years experience in your chosen subject area.

You should also have a minimum of 30 hours teaching arranged for the duration of the course. You should be aged 21 or above.
If English is not your first language, you will require an IELTS score of 7.00 or above.

How will you learn?

You will learn through a combination of Lectures, Work-based activities, Group discussions, Self-directed study, Assignments and Teaching practice.

The course covers:

  • The assessment of learners’ needs
  • Planning and managing learning
  • Designing and using resources
  • Assessment
  • Personal development Teaching and learning strategies
  • Theories and principles of learning
  • Self evaluation and reflection


Where could this course take you?

On successful completion of the course you will receive a Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training and you could apply for part-time teaching/training in a range of further, adult and community education provision.

If you want to achieve a full teaching qualification mapped to the national standards, the School of Education offers three options:

  • the Foundation degree award in Education and Training (Level 5)
  • the professional graduate certificate (ProfGCE) for young people and adult learning specialists (Level 6)
  • the post graduate certificate in education (PGCE) for young people and adult specialists (Level 7)


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Contact Us

For further information on the Newcastle School of Education or to discuss your options:

Call: 0191 200 4565
Email: NSE@ncl-coll.ac.uk