October 27, 2023
QTLS Guide: Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status
If you’ve decided to become a teacher, then choosing the right course and route to follow can seem like a daunting challenge. There are a multitude of qualifications, courses, and career paths that can often bewilder newcomers and even seasoned professionals. There are multiple university options, such as a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Bachelor […]
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October 20, 2023
What does an EQA do? – The Role of an External Quality Assurer
Every educational institution requires an External Quality Assessment conducted by an EQA. But what does an EQA do? The role of an External Quality Assurer (EQA) is to check that training organisations, colleges and other approved centres are operating to the standards set by their Awarding Organisation. They provide advice and support to these centres, […]
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October 3, 2023
The Roles and Responsibilities of an Assessor
Being an assessor is an important role, both for the candidates you interact with and the centre, college or company you work for. If you’ve been assessed to gain a qualification yourself, then you’ll probably remember how large the assessor loomed in your mind! Since the assessor is the person who decides whether or not […]
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September 27, 2023
What Does an IQA Plan Include?
If you’re involved with Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) work, then you’ll need a plan to manage your IQA work. An IQA will also help with your teamwork, compliance, reducing risk, and future-proofing. Within the IQA cycle, your IQA plan covers the planning work you are required to do within your role. The IQA Cycle The […]
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August 21, 2023
How to Become an NVQ Assessor in 4 Steps
Stepping into the world of assessing can be a fulfilling venture, especially for those seeking to make a tangible difference in the development and growth of others. Becoming an NVQ assessor is a promising career choice, with a wide variety of course providers and qualifications around the country needing assessors. If you’re intrigued by this […]
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August 10, 2023
What can I do after the Level 3 AET course?
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an ideal qualification if you’re looking to teach or train adults in further education. The course provides a solid introduction to teaching, providing the knowledge and skills needed for effective lesson planning and delivery, as well as your core roles and responsibilities. This adult teaching qualification […]
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August 5, 2023
The Teaching Cycle in Further Education
The teaching cycle in further education is a comprehensive yet simple approach that fosters effective and engaging teaching and learning. From identifying students’ needs and designing learning objectives to facilitating and conducting assessments to reflecting on the teaching process, each stage plays an important role in supporting students’ progress. In this blog post, we’ll look […]
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July 28, 2023
DTLLS Qualification Guide: Everything You Need to Know
If you’ve been considering advancing your teaching career, you might have come across the DTLLS qualification. Abbreviated to DTLLS because of its long name, the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector was the highest teaching qualification available in the UK for teaching in the further education sector. The landscape of teacher […]
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June 26, 2023
Different Ways to Become a Teacher
Teaching is a rewarding career with lots of job satisfaction and opportunities to interact with people from all walks of life. With many people considering a career in teaching, it’s a common misconception that you need a degree or one specific qualification to become a teacher. Depending on your prior experience, who you want to […]
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June 19, 2023
How to get into Teaching without a PGCE
If you’ve ever looked at becoming a teacher, then you’ve probably found that the PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) is one of the most common qualifications needed on the pathway to becoming a teacher in England. To obtain a PGCE qualification, you must first have a degree graded at 2:2 or higher in a relevant subject, […]
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