About

This CertEd (PCE) Post Compulsory Education qualification from University of Wolverhampton equips graduates with the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to teach students aged 14 years and above across all areas of further education and lifelong learning including sixth form colleges, Further Education Colleges and Adult & Community learning settings.

Overview

This CertEd (PCE) Post Compulsory Education qualification from University of Wolverhampton will offer you an opportunity to gain invaluable experience in teaching learners aged 14 years or over in further education colleges or other lifelong learning settings. This qualification is critical for developing teaching knowledge of both theory and practice within further education, such as face-to-face teaching, online teaching, digital pedagogies, working with support staff and creating effective assessment strategies.

Employability on the course

Our courses are designed from day one to prepare you for your future career. You will benefit from:

Extended induction: a period to familiarise yourself with your new university

Structured learning pathways: courses are crafted with a focus on preparing students for future careers

Hands-on project experience: projects and practical activities designed around real-world activities

Embedded professional development: all courses are designed with workplace skills development and professional placements as part of the course

Industry-informed modules: course content is kept up-to-date with industry standards through our industry links, staff's research and work in the field

Placement opportunities: professional development placements for every student

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Introduction to Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Professional Development 1

Subject Specific Studies Year 1

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

Direct applications can be made any time prior to the course start date but we will need sufficient time to process it, get copies of relevant qualifications and certificates from you, and inform you of the outcome and the next steps.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Walsall, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education View 91 other Short Courses in Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

You will be an in-service teacher employed within the Lifelong Learning Sector and able to provide evidence of at least 150 hours of teaching practice experience over the duration of the award.

You should hold an appropriate qualification of at least National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 3 in the subject area in which you are teaching.

Where applicants hold a degree (required for PG H) or a level 3 (required for Cert Ed) that does not demonstrate a subject-specific link to their teaching (with the exception of Maths, English and/ or ESOL teachers*) then in addition, applicants will need to provide a reference from one (or more) employer, and evidence of recent (within the last three years) relevant vocational/curriculum experience at Level 3 or equivalent or higher (if PG H) in support of the application. Experience will be considered in specialisms where no Level 3 qualification exists. All applicants are reminded of the need to upskill in each of their subject/ vocational areas.

Applicants who have extensive relevant work experience may be considered in specialisms where no Level 3 qualifications have been gained.

You will need to have obtained the below Level 2 qualifications prior to gaining a place on the course and provide evidence of the certificates held:

GCSE English grade C/4 or higher or L2 English

and

GCSE Maths grade C/4 or higher or L2 Maths.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17600 GBP / year

≈ 17600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3145 GBP / year

≈ 3145 GBP / year

Living costs

Wolverhampton

United Kingdom

550 - 900 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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CertEd (PCE) Post Compulsory Education University of Wolverhampton