University Diploma in Post Compulsory Education & Training (part time)

The University Diploma in Post Compulsory Education and Training is an accepted qualification necessary for gaining Qualified Teacher Status in the Learning and Skills Sector (QTLS). It is a two-year part-time course offered by Gloucestershire College and the University of Gloucestershire. The course is also available on a full time basis delivered over one year. The course is part of the Continuing Professional Development programme and gives credits towards further qualifications. The course links directly to the professional standards for the Lifelong Learning Sector (LLUK) standards. The modules delivered will be: Planning and Enabling Learning and Assessment (Module Code: PI4002) An Introduction to the Professional Practice of Teaching (Module Code: PI4003) Developing the Professional Practice of Teaching (Module Code: PI5004) An Introduction to Curriculum Research in the LLL Sector (Module Code: PI5005) The pattern of programme delivery includes: * Directed study * Independent study * Research activities * Reading * Tutor observations * Peer observations * Mentor observations Course Aims 1. The course aims to encourage an integrated view of the lifelong learning sector to enable consideration of diverse learner, curriculum, institutional and tutor needs. 2. The course aims to inspire and facilitate the development of outstanding teaching and training practice in the lifelong learning sector. 3. The course aims to foster and support a collaborative and collegiate approach to the development of initial teacher training for the lifelong learning sector and support trainees in meaningful and effective personal and professional development. 4. The course aims to equip trainees with the necessary skills and aptitudes to fulfil a full tutoring role within the LLL sector and aspire to excellence in the professional practice of teaching. 5. The course aims to encourage and facilitate effective personal reflection and enable trainees to engage in structured continuous professional development. 6. The course aims to facilitate meaningful action research projects, encouraging the continuous use of research methodologies in the planned and enacted professional improvement of trainees.

These awards qualify you to teach students above the minimum school-leaving age and students between 14 - 16 who attend programmes delivered by FE colleges or other training providers. Please note that these awards on their own are currently not acceptable for school teaching but with the acquisition of QTLS after certification parity with QTS is widely recognised in many subject areas. The University does expect you to attend formal classroom sessions and to undertake a programme of directed and independent study subsequent to the delivery of the taught element and in preparation for the assignment. In all, you must be able to make about 10 hours a week available for your studies if studying Part-time and 20 hours a week if studying full-time. It is advisable for candidates to be confident with E-Learning and have access to the internet. It is expected that candidates will make full use of on-line resources at both Gloucestershire College and the University of Gloucestershire to support their studies. Facilities are available within the college to Gloucestershire College students. For further information please contact the Initial Teacher Training Administrator on 01242 532106.

The award is open to both in-service and pre-service trainees in the Lifelong Learning Sector, including part-time and fractional tutors, provided that they are in a position to teach 100 hours for the practical teaching modules during the normal study span. Candidates are expected to have a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in their specialist subject or equivalent professional experience. They must also be able to evidence Level 2 literacy and numeracy and Level 1 ICT with the expectation to work towards level 2. Candidates must be able to provide a mentor who can guide them within their specialist subject area. Guidance and support in the appointment of mentors is available although this may incur additional fees. 'Accredited Learning' can count towards your award if you have gained qualifications in post-16 teacher education during the last five years. For example, if you have successfully completed PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) you will be exempt from part of the first module of the course. Fees are currently £6000 (payable £3,000 per year). Payment of fees will be advised during the enrolment process. For information about government loans explore the Direct.gov/education and learning website Applicants who receive sponsorship, e.g. Gloucestershire College staff receiving Training and Development support, should have their sponsorship agreed in writing before commencing the course.

Career enhancement. Credits gained can be put towards achieving a Degree in Education or Diploma in Education

Dale came to us to do PTLLS to qualify as a Hairdressing Tutor and progressed to complete Cert Ed/Diploma equivalent. On the basis of her marks she was accepted to undertake PG Diploma in Mentoring at Worcestershire University and has been promoted to be training development manager with a national training provider. She is due to complete MA Educational Management & Leadership at UoG next year. Dale was so inspired by teacher training that she is now looking to become a teacher trainer herself and mentor trainees on the UG & PG programmes.

Please contact the College on 0845 155 2020 for further details