ITT Programmes for Teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Aimed at teachers working in the lifelong learning sector, these programmes have been developed in partnership with a number of further education colleges.

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS)

The University of Worcester Partnership offers a suite of programmes that meet national professional standards (for Lifelong Learning UK) for teachers in post-compulsory education settings and has been graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2010). The programme is endorsed by IFL, the professional body for teachers in FE.

The initial teacher training courses in the partnership provide opportunities for you to gain the most up-to-date teaching qualifications available. The qualifications you can achieve are: Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector; Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector; and Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector. The Diploma is a two-year part-time programme.

Modules within the programme are sequenced to ensure you are adequately prepared for the teaching role through planning for learning and developing skills in teaching, enabling learning, assessment, research and professional development.

The content of the course has been informed by key learning theory and recent research findings. Principles of inclusion and collaborative learning will underpin your learning.

Factfile
Entry requirements
Course content
Student views

Applications

For an application form and detailed information about each college, contact the colleges directly:

BOURNVILLE COLLEGE
Sue Brown
0121 483 1111
sue.brown@bournville.ac.uk

HALESOWEN COLLEGE
Viv Whittome
0121 602 7777
vwhittome@halesowen.ac.uk

Study options

The initial teacher training programmes have been developed by the University in partnership with FE colleges in the West Midlands. The programmes are delivered at partnership colleges which currently include Bournville and Halesowen.

Get in touch

PCE Admin
01905 855070
pce@worc.ac.uk

Admissions
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

Level 3 personal skills in the subject specialism

GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number

A Criminal Records Bureau disclosure is required for this course

Access to a mentor in a ‘regulated location’

Access to required number of teaching hours: up to 75 hours per year depending on qualification

Applicants with no formal qualifications may be considered for Mature Student Entry Routes

Modules

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector & Planning & Enabling Learning

Enabling Learning & Assessment

Theories & Principles of Learning

Assessing, Teaching & Researching My Subject Specialism

Curriculum Development for Inclusive Practice

Wider Professional Practice

Assessment

Coursework, including: written assignments, teaching plans, reflective journal, presentations, research reports, analysis of theory and practice, observations of teaching, portfolio of evidence.

Academic department

Institute of Education

“Our high quality programmes and innovative teaching methods prepare and train the very best professionals. Worcester graduates have made a huge difference in the field of education.”
Professor Chris Robertson, Head of Institute

Employability

The nature of teaching and learning in the Lifelong Learning Sector is changing rapidly, generating new opportunities and new roles and responsibilities for teachers. Progression through the initial teacher training programme will develop your teaching skills, personal learning and professional practice, providing you with the confidence, skills and knowledge to seek further professional and career opportunities. Teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector are now required to achieve QTLS (Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills) or ATLS (Associate Teacher Learning and Skills) status from the Institute for Learning. The initial teacher training qualifications offered here are key requirements for the achievement of professional status.

The programme also enables progression on to the final year of the Education Studies BA (Hons) (for those who haven’t got a degree already) delivered at the University of Worcester. There is also possible progression to Masters Level programmes for those who have a degree.