Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE (Primary) (Billericay)
University of Suffolk
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OverviewWe offer a 1-year course leading to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status and a PGCE (60 Master level credits). The programme offers a real balance between hands on classroom experiences and the theory underpinning educational practice.Why train with us?Extensive experience as an initial teacher training provider of 24 years rated Outstanding by OfstedA partnership of 50 schools offering diverse settings to provide you with the knowledge and experience to deal with the many ...Read more

Overview

We offer a 1-year course leading to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status and a PGCE (60 Master level credits). The programme offers a real balance between hands on classroom experiences and the theory underpinning educational practice.

Why train with us?

Extensive experience as an initial teacher training provider of 24 years rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted

A partnership of 50 schools offering diverse settings to provide you with the knowledge and experience to deal with the many different types of challenges you will face

Pre-course induction three weeks following the interview day to fully prepare you for the course

Experience in a school setting for a minimum of 120 days from the very start of your training developing you as a well-rounded teaching professional teaching a range of classes covering age range 5-11

Engaging workshops covering all the curriculum subjects and broad professional studies (behaviour management, special educational needs, phonics, English as an additional language, PSHE, planning, assessment, teacher and the law) delivered by outstanding practicing teachers providing a wealth of resources to inspire pupils

Experienced school mentors providing excellent guidance and support tailored to your specific needs to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Opportunities to experience different learning environments within the training year including Early Years, Special Schools, Pupil Referral Units and schools with a large percentage of pupils with English as an additional language

Opportunity to teach for a minimum of 6 weeks in another school offering diversity and in another Key Stage to expand your knowledge and skills of teaching and learning and help you decide what sort of school you wish to start your NQT year.

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The university is a lovely, supportive place to study and a great place to study!..Read more

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12 Dec 22

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You need a minimum 2:2 honours degree from a UK university or recognised equivalent. Applicants are also required to have GCSEs in English, Maths and Science at grade 4/C or above. Applicants who do not hold these qualifications may be considered on an individual basis based upon their overall application and the course applied for.

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University of Suffolk
Waterfront Building Neptune Quay Ipswich Suffolk IP4 1QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Ipswich  0.5 miles away

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