Lifelong Learning, PGCE

These programmes lead to initial teaching qualifications for those who teach or intend to teach in further education colleges, sixth-form colleges, adult education centres, art colleges, health-care or community organisations, the public services and a wide range of commercial and voluntary organisations. The PGCE is endorsed by SVUK (Standards Verification UK) as DTLLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning sector).

The programmes are offered in three modes of study: full-time attendance will benefit those wishing to obtain a qualification before seeking employment and incorporates a period of supervised teaching practice; part-time attendance and flexible learning are aimed at teachers and trainers who are already employed as teachers or trainers.

The programme covers the skills needed for teaching and classroom management and helps students to explore the theory underpinning teaching and learning. There is also the option to take an additional Skills for Life course in literacy, numeracy or ESOL.

Aims of the programme

To provide initial training for practising and prospective teachers and trainers.
To respond to the changing needs of employers in the Lifelong Learning Sector.
To encourage the growth of professionalism in the Lifelong Learning Sector.

School

Education

Location

Avery Hill Campus (full-time mode)
Greenwich campus (part-time and distance learning/flexible mode)

Attendance

1 year full-time (September start) 2 years part-time (September start) 2 years distance learning (September or January start)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must attend interview.

In addition to the above part-time study/distance learning applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the support of a qualified mentor in their work place.

Assessment

Assignments and practical teaching assessments

Career options

For teachers/trainers already within the FE and PCET/LLS sectors, these qualifications provide full professional recognition. For pre-entry students, these qualifications provide the training for such recognition and employment as a teacher/trainer.

Please note:

Places on the full-time programme are subject to the following conditions:

• Criminal Records Bureau check

• Occupational Health Screening

For distance learning and part-time programmes Criminal Records Bureau and health checks are the responsibility of the employer.

Content

Planning and Enabling Learning, including the 6-credit Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (15 credits)
Assessment and Learning (15 credits)
Theories and Principles of Learning (15 credits)
Managing and Responding to Behaviours in the Learning Environment (15 credits)
Curriculum Development (15 credits)
Wider Professional Practice (15 credits)
Subject Specialist Study (15 credits)
Continued Professional Development (15 credits)

The Lifelong Learning sector offers a wide range of subjects. Therefore, the teaching at the university is focused on the generic teaching skills. There is specific subject input within the assignments and at the placement.

Placements

Student placements for the full-time programme are sourced by the University of Greenwich. Applicants are advised to apply before 15 July to allow us the time necessary to find a suitable placement. Students on part-time or flexible modes are already in employment so will not require a placement.

Skills for Life

Applicants have the opportunity to combine the PGCE/PCE (full-time) with a Skills for Life subject (Literacy, ESOL or Numeracy). Applicants who have already completed a PGCE/PCE who would like to teach Skills for Life can apply for our Level 5 Additional Diploma.

Placement

Find out about placement opportunities.

Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

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Lifelong Learning Sector

Our lifelong learning programme opens the door to a wide range of teaching careers. You’ll gain a recognised qualification and the skills you need to teach in a college, community or professional environment.