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PgCert
Teachers of Teachers of Adults with Learning Difficulties

Location
LLU+ (and nationally through qualified trainers)

Duration
From 1 to 2 years

Mode of study
Part-time

Start date
Various

Number of places
16

Simple timetable info
Normally taught through 5 full day sessions (by arrangement) staged over several months.

How to apply
Direct to LLU+

LSBU code
LLU_M_ALD

Course contact
Dr Ross Cooper
r.cooper@lsbu.ac.uk – 020 7815 6257

Course units
Teachers of Teachers of Adult with Learning Difficulties Unit


Course description

The PgCert qualifies teachers to run our PgCert for teachers of adults with learning difficulties with agreement from the course director, or equivalent course. It provides a professional qualification for teachers wanting to become trainers of teachers who work with adults with learning difficulties. The focus is on an integration of theory and practice and meeting the standards set by SVUK for teachers of Living and Work.

The course is set within the Framework for Teaching and Learning Skills, which is designed to encourage and support the development of self-reflective teaching, and an action research approach to professional work and critical academic studies. Candidates can then build on this qualification towards an MA.

Career opportunities

Qualified trainers can become independent trainers and consultants following the course, or continue to train teachers within their organisations.

Typical background of applicant

Experienced practitioner working with groups of adults with severe or moderate learning difficulties, ideally with some experience as a trainer.

Recent guest lecturers

– Mary-Lynne Jones, Lewisham College

– Jenny Wilson, Lewisham College