PGCE-Cert Ed Lifelong learning sector (Pre-Service)
ObjectivesThis course is designed in accordance with Standards Verification UK specifications to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the demanding role of teacher/lecturer in the lifelong learning sector.
The aims of the course are to:
* prepare students to plan
* implement and evaluate teaching and learning activities in the lifelong learning sector
* help students to develop appropriate knowledge, skills and attitudes
* equip students with an ability to reflect upon and learn from their professional practice
* build students\' confidence in their ability to perform their professional roles
* create a sound foundation for further professional and career development.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements
* A good degree in the intended subject specialism (for the PGCE), or substantial industrial/commercial experience in the intended subject specialism (for the Cert Ed).
* Students must also have a GCSE/O-level, Grade C (or equivalent), in English and Maths.
* Where a literacy or ESOL specialism is intended, students must have a GCSE/A-level (or equivalent) in English or for teaching numeracy, a GCSE/A-level (or equivalent) in Mathematics.
* You will also need to undergo a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.
Academic titlePGCE/Cert Ed Lifelong learning sector (Pre-Service)
Course descriptionPGCE/Cert Ed Lifelong learning sector (Pre-Service)
The course consists of six modules:
* preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector
* preparing, planning, teaching and assessing
* professional practice (Part A)
* professional practice (Part B)
* curriculum development for inclusive practice
* independent study.
Course content
All students follow a course of study and research which covers an introduction to: post-compulsory education; curriculum issues, particularly around inclusive practice; enterprise and quality; principles of learning and the characteristics of the post-16 learner; planning for learning; and methods of teaching and Aasessment. Fully integrated into this course is a structured and supervised practical teaching component in one of our partner FE Colleges.
Assessment
Students are assessed on both course work and their teaching practice.
Resources and facilities
Facilities include a range of well-equipped learning environments on the Clifton campus. The newly built Ada Byron King building has state-of-the-art teaching rooms and ample work stations. The refurbished Lionel Robbins building has several teaching and seminar rooms.
Course duration
One year full-time. Starting in mid September and finishing at the beginning of June.
Special benefits
The teaching experience in the host college is central to the course. There are two full-time blocks of teaching practice - six weeks at the end of the autumn term and ten weeks in the spring/summer terms.
In addition, course students will spend one day a week in their host college in the autumn term, and two days a week in January and February. During their time in the host college students are supported by a mentor - a member of staff from that college who is a specialist in the student\'s subject area.
Qualifications achievable
From September 2007 the award of PGCE is being redefined nationally and will be re-titled the Professional Graduate (rather than Postgraduate) Certificate in Education.
Students will have the opportunity to take some modules at Masters level, successful completion of which entitles them to an alternative award of Postgraduate Certificate in Education, along with fast-track entry onto Masters courses offered by NTU and other universities.