Further Education and Training CertEd

Overview

This Certificate in Further Education and Training (CertEd) course gives you a formal teaching qualification and prepares you for work in further education and training.

As well as learning the most effective techniques for teaching in further training and education, you'll also develop subject specific knowledge by working closely with course teachers and work-based subject mentors.

After the course, you'll be able to take up teaching roles in further education colleges, sixth-form colleges, private training providers or top up your Certificate to a BA (Hons) Education and Training degree. You'll also be eligible for membership of the Society for Education & Training (SET).

What you'll experience

On this Further Education and Training course you'll:

• Develop your skills as a teacher through practical activity and theoretical study around further education
• Join fellow professionals from many different backgrounds for lectures and seminars, creating an effective peer network where you can share ideas and experiences
• Get more than 100 hours of work experience on teaching placements arranged by the University (full-time only)

Careers and opportunities

When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in the industry.

What can you do with a Further Education and Training CertEd?

Previous students have gone on to work in:

• further education colleges
• sixth-form colleges
• private training providers
• public services
• voluntary organisations

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.