Prepare to Teach
Key Details
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Available at:Bangor (New Campus), Rhos-on-Sea, Dolgellau
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Study Mode:Part-time
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Course Length:
Part-time -10–12 weeks
1 day per week (Either a full day or an afternoon and evening, depending on campus)
- Rhos: Monday 11:30am-5pm
- Bangor: Monday 12-5pm
- Dolgellau: Monday 4:15-6:30pm
Prepare to Teach
University-level Courses
Part Time
If you are applying to study part-time you can apply directly to the campus of your choice.
Course Description
This module is one of the full Professional Certificate/Professional Graduate Certificate in Education course.
The course is designed for those who may be teaching or training (but who do not yet hold a recognised teaching qualification) or who wish to start a career in teaching.
The course is suitable for those who aspire to be, or who are college lecturers, adult and community education providers, military and public service trainers, training officers and others who have a teaching or training role.
This course is not intended for those wishing to teach in Primary or Secondary schools.
Fees
Visit the Financial Support and Finance page for more information.
More detailed information on other costs associated with your course and work placements/work experience (if applicable) will be outlined in the programme validation document and explained to you at your interview.
Start date
September
Additional information
More detailed information on Modules is to be found in the ‘Additional Campus/Course Information’ section.
More detailed information on other costs associated with your course and work placements/work experience (if applicable) will be outlined in the programme validation document and explained to you at your interview.
Entry Criteria
- A minimum of a Level 3 qualification relevant to the subject specialism you wish to teach
- Vocational tutors should have significant experience (at least five years in the field)
- Enhanced DBS check
- Evidence of literacy and numeracy skills at Level 2 or above
- For overseas applicants: proficiency in English Language at IELTS level 7 or equivalent
- GCSE in Welsh or English as first language, grade C/4 or above.
- Any degrees, diplomas or certs should have been taught and assessed in Welsh/English.
- GCSE Maths desirable
All places are subject to satisfactory interview.
If your qualifications do not meet the entry requirements listed above, we would still encourage you to apply for the course you're interested in, as many of our courses will consider learners based on their previous work and skills experience rather than their qualifications.
Delivery
This course is delivered as follows:
● Group work
● Classroom based learning
● Online blended learning
● Tutorial support MOODLE (virtual learning environment)
● Google Classroom
● Guest Speakers
Contact:
For specific course enquiries, please contact:
Lesley Surguy-Price (Programme Leader - Coleg Llandrillo): surguy1l@gllm.ac.uk
Christian Davies (Programme Leader - Coleg Menai): davies10c@gllm.ac.uk
Catrin Edwards (Programme Leader Year 1 - Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor): edward4c@gllm.ac.uk
Delyth Williams (Programme Leader Year 2 - Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor): willia11d@gllm.ac.uk
Lisa Nobbs (Administration): nobbs1l@gllm.ac.uk
For general enquiries about our degrees, please contact: degrees@gllm.ac.uk
Assessment
This course is assessed through a range of activities these can include:
- Practical and written assessments/assignments
- Presentations and demonstrations
- Portfolios of work
- Performance and observation
Progression
- Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Post-Compulsory Education and Training)
- Professional Certificate in Education (Post-Compulsory Education and Training)
Campus Information Bangor (New Campus)
Unit Information
This short course, lasting 10–12 weeks, gives you an introduction to the basic principles of learning and teaching. You will look at the roles and responsibilities of practitioners in the lifelong learning sector, including promoting good practice to ensure equality of opportunity for all.
In the sessions, you will be introduced to the principles and practices that underpin the main methods used to manage learning in normal situations and contexts; use of learning aids (with emphasis on learning technologies); and assessment and evaluation methods.
Topics covered will include awareness of teaching and learning in a bilingual setting; view and experience learning events and the learning climate; and communication skills and teaching styles.
Campus Information Rhos-on-Sea
Unit Information
This short course, lasting 10–12 weeks, gives you an introduction to the basic principles of learning and teaching. You will look at the roles and responsibilities of practitioners in the lifelong learning sector, including promoting good practice to ensure equality of opportunity for all.
In the sessions, you will be introduced to the principles and practices that underpin the main methods used to manage learning in normal situations and contexts; use of learning aids (with emphasis on learning technologies); and assessment and evaluation methods.
Topics covered will include awareness of teaching and learning in a bilingual setting; view and experience learning events and the learning climate; and communication skills and teaching styles.
Campus Information Dolgellau
Unit Information
This short course, lasting 10–12 weeks, gives you an introduction to the basic principles of learning and teaching. You will look at the roles and responsibilities of practitioners in the lifelong learning sector, including promoting good practice to ensure equality of opportunity for all.
In the sessions, you will be introduced to the principles and practices that underpin the main methods used to manage learning in normal situations and contexts; use of learning aids (with emphasis on learning technologies); and assessment and evaluation methods.
Topics covered will include awareness of teaching and learning in a bilingual setting; view and experience learning events and the learning climate; and communication skills and teaching styles.
Other details
Course type: University-level Courses
Level:
4-6
Programme Area:
- Teacher Training
Awarding Body: Bangor University
Bilingual:
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Bangor
- Dolgellau
Teacher Training
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