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Study Details: 1 year full-time
2 years part-time
If you're aiming to build a career in teaching within the Lifelong Learning Sector - whether in sixth form, further education colleges, adult education, or various other training environments - this course could be the perfect fit for you.
We invite applicants with industry experience, relevant academic qualifications, and a passion for teaching and training others to apply.
Why Choose Lifelong Learning?
Upon completion, you may be eligible to earn Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status, the recognised professional qualification for Lifelong Learning Sector teachers.
Develop key skills in teaching and curriculum development, with a focus on your subject area and broader sector knowledge.
Gain hands-on experience through placements at our partner institutions, where you’ll observe expert teachers, practice teaching, and receive mentorship to become an effective educator.
No prior teaching experience is needed. The course is particularly suitable if you have relevant qualifications and some experience in your industry and/or subject specialism.
UK degree (normally 2:2 or above) or equivalent related to your specialist area
Relevant work experience in some specialist subject areas
Level 2 Maths and English
In addition you must also:
need satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and occupational health clearances prior to registration on the course. We arrange these as part of the application process. You'll be required to sign a self-declaration at the start of each year and at the end of the course. All police contact during the course must be reported to the course leader as a matter of urgency and may lead to suspension or termination. We will request an Overseas Police Check if you have lived in a country outside of the UK for 6 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years before applying to us and whilst aged 18 or over.
provide two satisfactory references
complete a satisfactory interview
Previous graduates from courses in this subject area have gone on to work in a variety of roles such as Further Education Teacher, Community Education Officer, Learning Mentor, Education Consultant, Family Support Worker and Education Mental Health Practitioner.
Core Modules:
Research Informed Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Becoming a Subject Specialist Teacher
Being a Subject Specialist Teacher
Optional Modules:
Curriculum and Context
English as an Additional Language (EAL): Curriculum and Context
SEND: Curriculum and Context
EDI and Social Justice: Curriculum and Context
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