Access to Higher Education

Access To Higher Education - Teaching

Introduction

The Access to Teaching course is a nationally recognised qualification designed for people who wish to enter the world of teaching, but who lack the formal qualifications required for direct entry into university study. You will be in college three days a week. All of our Access to Higher Education courses are accredited by Gateway.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  0114

• Entry Criteria

  This one-year intensive course is designed for students aged 19 or above, no longer in full-time education. You will need GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) in English and maths, as these are essential for progressing into a career in teaching. You may need to complete a range of assessments at interview.

  All students are assessed for their English and maths skills at interview. Some universities require a pass in GCSE Science - please ensure that you have checked the requirements for your chosen career path with your preferred higher education institution.

• What will I study?

  Modules may include:

  • Classroom Management
  • Current Issues in Education
  • Curriculum Planning
  • The National Curriculum
  • Organisation & Methods of Teaching
  • School Based Experience
  • Sociology of Education
  • Psychology of Education
  • Teaching theory
  • Teaching practice
• What can I do next?

  Successful completion of this course could enable you to progress onto study a range of teaching degree pathways.

  To find out more visit the National Careers Service.

• Fee Info

  Course Fee: £3,384.00

  
  You may be eligible for funding to assist with courses fees and costs.To find out more please contact us on 01923 812345.
• Dates and Times

  Starting	Time	Day	Duration	Site
  09 Sep '19	09:30 - 15:00	Tues,Wed,Thurs	33 week	Dacorum Campus
  14 Sep '20	09:30 - 15:00	Tues,Wed,Thurs	33 week	Dacorum Campus

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