Professional Education and Training

The FdA Professional Education and Training is particularly suited to those who work (either paid or voluntary) in settings which are concerned with the continuous professional development of their staff and organisational development.

Key facts

• The courses have been designed in partnership with organisations that have identified a need for a wide range of graduate skills in the field of professional education and training
• The courses will develop your skills in teaching, entrepreneurship, innovation, creativity, and communication and give you the ability to apply models and theories that underpin a modern approach to education and training
• Placement opportunities include the public and private sectors, cultural and heritage and education settings
• Personal development planning and reflective practices are key parts of the course. These will give you the opportunity to assess your personal, academic and career management
• Negotiated study provides personalised learning opportunities
• Glyndŵr University has substantial experience and a long history of offering education courses

Course content

FdA Professional Education and Training

You will develop knowledge and skills in education and training theories and practices in a professional setting. You will cover planning, organisation, presentation and assessment of education and training for staff in a wide range of workplaces through a number of modules.

Career opportunities

With a government agenda focused upon employability, sustainability and competitive advantage in the global economy, this course will prepare trainees for a diverse range of careers in the public and private sectors, culture, heritage and education settings. 

The programme will fully prepare you for education and training roles, for example education officer/manager and training officer/ general manager, mentor, business coach and trainer, either as an employee or as an independent consultant.

Employability

Glyndŵr University is committed to ensuring all of our graduates are well-equipped for the world of work. Click here to read more about the success of our employability support.

Entry Requirements and applying

The programme is open to participants who successfully meet the following criteria for admission:

• 120 UCAS points
• GCSE English or Welsh and Mathematics – minimum grade ‘C’ or minimum Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy (entry via Access Diploma to Higher Education route), or equivalent
• Evidence of either paid or voluntary employment in an education/training setting for a minimum of 150 hours per annum
• If relevant to the employment setting, require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)clearance (previously known as CRB), to demonstrate suitability for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.