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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) PGDE (Scotland) Early Years 3 – 7 Primary 7– 11 Secondary 11 – 18

How Long Does it Take? One year full-time England & Wales: September – June (Scotland start August) Up to two years part-time Alternatively you can follow the “The Schools Direct” Programme

Entry Requirements GCSE – or Leaving Cert Ordinary GCSE Maths, English – Grade C or above Leaving Cert Ordinary Grade C3 or above Primary & Early Years requires a Science subject at Grade C or above Pass the Numeracy & Literacy Skills Tests usually before the Interview

Entry Requirements Hons Degree 2:2 or above Secondary – usually requires 50% relevant subject Primary & Early Years – any degree subject Basic ICT knowledge Classroom experience – usually 5 - 10 days

Professional Skills Tests Introduced in 2013 Core skills which teachers need to fulfill their wider role in schools Tests student competency in NUMERACY AND LITERACY regardless of specialism Pass in professional skills tests require before PGCE commences; some universities require applicants to pass these tests before interview. Tests are computerized, approx 50 centers across UK – 6 in NI Professional skills tests not required in Scotland

Professional Skills Tests Three chances to pass Failure 3 times = no re-sit permitted for 2 calendar years Cost - 1st Test Free, Subsequent tests = £19.25 Tests can be practiced online at home as often as required: www.education.gov.uk/teachskillstests Vital for familiarising with test layout and timings

Postgraduate Certificate in Education Most popular route into teaching Main focus is on developing teaching skills – rather than improving subject knowledge Cost – £9,000 – Nationwide Generous Bursaries available in most subjects

No Compulsory Up-Front Fees Funding Funding No Compulsory Up-Front Fees Student Loans available to all successful candidates (EU residents) Repayments begin on completion of PGCE and when earning in excess of £21,000 Many Universities offer Incentives – e.g. Laptops, book tokens etc. Scholarships also available depending on University You can apply for a postgraduate loan if: you’re studying a taught or research master’s course you’re studying at a university or college, or by distance learning Repayments commence at £22k. For eg. At £22k - £21k = £1k repayment £7.50 per month Your eligibility for financial support, and the amount you can expect to receive, will depend on the subject in which you train and your degree classification, or highest relevant academic qualification. BURSARIES Generous, tax-free funding is available to the best graduates training in a range of subjects. You could access a bursary or be awarded a prestigious scholarship – which provides additional support and benefits throughout your training year. (SEE NEXT SLIDE)

Government Bursaries You'll need a first, 2:1 or 2:2 (or equivalent) to be eligible for a bursary or scholarship. If you don't have this class of degree or equivalent, you can still access tuition fee and maintenance loans to help fund your training and cover tuition fees. We would like to reassure you that there will be no immediate changes in the circumstances of European citizens living, studying or working in the UK. You don’t need to apply for a bursary. If you’re enrolled on a non-salaried postgraduate course and meet the eligibility criteria, you will begin receiving payments automatically from your chosen teacher training provider when you begin your course. How you’re paid will depend on the amount of financial support you receive. 

Application UCAS –Universities & Colleges Association See: www.ucas.com/ucas/teacher-training Applications for England & Wales open: 18 October 2016 Application is save & return – no need to complete in one sitting 3 choices Simultaneous Applications No set closing date but some subjects fill up quickly. Primary, History, P.E. 2 References Required (academic or school) You will be able to apply for UCAS Teacher Training programmes starting in 2017 in England and Wales from 18 October 2016. Scottish training programmes are available through UCAS’ undergraduate scheme. You can use UCAS track once you have sent it. £23.00 for your application. Once you have finished, tutor adds reference, some unis will either reject, offer or invite to interview. UK-wide, Some courses will require an additional admissions test.

The Personal Statement What to Include Reasons for choosing a particular course Enthusiasm for Teaching Experience – What you observed on placement (Classroom Management, Responsibility) Passion for your Subject especially Secondary Personal Qualities – why you’d be a good teacher Other Interests –Voluntary Work, Sports Coaching, Youth Clubs, After School Clubs, Church Groups

Application The Correct Approach Write clearly Don’t repeat yourself Enthusiastic and motivated Spelling and grammar – Check and Check again Make it interesting

The Interview Usually half day event Possible Tasks Numeracy and Literacy checks (primary) Group Interview Presentation Subject knowledge check (secondary) Individual Interview - Commitment to teaching - Subject Knowledge - Evidence of your school experience

Useful Contacts UCAS Teacher Training – ucas.com Education UK - education.gov.uk Also Teaching Trade Unions eg. ATL, NUT, NAS/UWT

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Popular Universities Edge Hill University www.edgehill.ac.uk Primary & Secondary London South Bank University www.lsbu.ac.uk Primary Only Bishop Grosseteste University www.bishopg.ac.uk University of Strathclyde www.strath.ac.uk Some of the more popular universities we recommend considering include: Edge Hill University in Lancashire, England London South Bank University – for primary teaching only Bishop Grosseteste University in Lincoln, England And the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow

Professional Graduate Diploma in Education PGDE – Scotland already has a big reputation for its teaching courses and one of the most popular Universities to do this at is Strathclyde… -Leading provider of teacher education Scotland and one of the largest in the UK. -Work spans across the globe. The staff have projects across the world. -Ranked 5th in the UK in the Complete University Guide. -Recognised internationally Professional Graduate Diploma in Education PGDE – Primary and Secondary Education

Teacher Education in Scotland The Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) is the graduate entry to teaching in Scotland Available for primary and secondary phases The qualification is recognised throughout the world and is regulated by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) Scottish Government

Minimum Entry Requirements - determined by Scottish Government An undergraduate degree GCSE Mathematics at Grade B or above Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary Mathematics at Grade B3 or above GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature at Grade C or above Irish Leaving Certificate Higher English at Grade C3 or above In addition, for Secondary, a suitable degree, including passes in the subject(s) you want to teach for 1/3 of a year’s study for at least two years.

Costs & Application Scottish training programmes available through UCAS undergraduate scheme. www.ucas Scotland/EU Full-time: £1,820 Part-time: £1,100

Teacher Induction Scheme Guarantees graduating students a post in a Scottish school for their first year teaching. Only available to home/EU students, or to students who have at least 3 years’ residency in the UK before commencement of the course. Incentive Payment As a newly qualified teacher, you can receive an additional £8,000 under the Preference Waiver Scheme if you agree to work anywhere in Scotland for your induction scheme. After you complete your PGDE, THE Scottish government guarantees a one-year (190 teaching days) probationary placement on the Teacher Induction Scheme (TIS) for all eligible graduates in public sector schools. - It is designed to allow students to complete their probationary year and gain full registration with the GTC(Scotland). Once you complete your probationary year, you'll be awarded full registration. And most importantly, this scheme offers an incentive payment If you tick the Preference Waiver Payment (PWP) box on your online application form, this means that you have agreed to work in any Scottish local authority. In return for choosing this option, you will receive £8,000 if you are a secondary teacher or £6,000 if you are a primary teacher.

Thank You Any Questions? Contact Details Mary Higgins Email: mary@erandm.co.uk Office: 0044 28 207 62949 Web: www.erandm.co.uk @ERMarketing_ Education, Recruitment & Marketing