Access to Higher Education Diploma – Teaching
Are you considering a career in school teaching or another educational role working with young people or children? Would you like a stepping stone to university study? If so, our Access to Teaching course may be right for you.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
During this full-time one-year course, you will develop your study skills and have the opportunity to enhance your skills in communication and improve your awareness of subject pedagogy. You will also deepen your knowledge across a broad spectrum of subjects, including psychology, sociology, science and English so that you are prepared for study around the field of education. This broad curriculum will prepare you well for university study and provide a pathway which enables you to apply for primary or secondary teaching courses.
The programme is delivered by a team of well qualified, enthusiastic and experienced teachers who understand the needs of Access learners and are therefore able to provide appropriate support and guidance. You will learn through a wide range of activities including lessons, small and large group work, seminars, projects, tests and presentations.
This programme is delivered at our Ilkeston campus.
Entry Requirements
You will need to have a minimum of a grade 4 (or equivalent) in GCSE English, Maths and Science.
It is desirable that you have gained some paid or voluntary experience working in a school or with children in a different capacity. It is recommended that you gain further experience working in a school setting and organise an additional placement (one day per week). Universities are seeking trainee teachers who have gained experience working in the sector.
What will you learn?
This is a broad course, equipping you to progress to university study. The specific units have been selected so that you are able to compete for places on BEd Primary programmes or on a BA (Hons) Education Studies. The course comprises*:
- Study Skills such as research, referencing and assignment writing
- Units such as Educational Theories, Educational Psychology, Planning and Delivering a Teaching Session and an Introduction to Special Educational Needs
- An option to undertake a school placement or additional study units about education settings
- Psychology
- Science
- English Literature and Language
- Preparing for university interviews/entry assessments
* Units may be subject to change
How will you learn?
You will learn on-site
What will you need to bring with you?
You will require an electronic device for word processing e.g. a laptop or a PC and access to the Internet.
There are no additional costs involved.
How will you be assessed?
Most units are assessed through assignment work. This can include written assignments, reflections on practice, presentations, debates and portfolios. Some units are assessed through examination. This helps prepare you for the range of assessments that you will experience when studying for a degree.
Where next?
Upon gaining the Access to Teacher Training qualification, you can progress to a range of higher education courses, including:
- BEd (Primary) – a four-year degree leading to full qualification
- BA (Hons) Education Studies (offering pathways in SEND, Early Years or Childhood and Youth Studies followed by a PGCE Primary)
- Joint Educational Studies and Specialist Subjects, if you decide on a career in teaching in secondary schools, followed by a PGCE Secondary
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Teaching Professionals
£18085
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Further Education Teaching Professionals
£33259
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