Prepare to Teach in PcET
Course Content
The course has been developed between UWIC and Cardiff Council’s Schools & Lifelong Learning Adult and Community service and forms part of the Widening Access strategy. The Preparing to Teach in PCET course is offered at Level 4 and on successful completion, students will attain 10 credits. There is the option for certification at this stage which is linked to a FENTO requirement to undertake 20 hours of teaching in a professionally relevant situation. In addition, there is the opportunity to extend your study and progress to Part Two of the PGCE/Cert Ed (PCET) offered at UWIC.
- Introduction to the Module
- Role of the Tutor
- How Adults Learn
- Good & Bad Learning Experiences
- Developing Aims & Objectives
- Principles of Adult Learning
- Lesson Planning
- Working with Groups
- Teaching Methods & AVAs
- Dealing with Difficult Learner Behaviour
- Assessing Learning
- Micro-teaching
- Evaluating Learning & Teaching Experiences.
Career Potential
The Preparing to Teach in PcET course stands as a programme in its own right and can also form part one of a three part qualification that leads to the Postgraduate Certificate in Education/ Certificate in Education in PCET. The Preparing to Teach in PCET programme is a part-time course of study that aims to provide you with the skills, knowledge, support and encouragement to teach adult learners. It has been devised to meet the minimum requirements expected of those teaching/training in the post-compulsory sector of education and training. The course offered is currently endorsed by FENTO, the Further Education National Training Organisation (now LLUK) and has been mapped to these professional standards.
Entry Requirements
Applicants wishing to enrol onto the course will need an award/qualification in the subject that they are intending to teach (normally, the qualification would need to be Level 3). In an Adult and Community Learning setting the range of subjects is varied will vary so you may wish to contact the Programme Leader.
Key Facts
Campus: Cyncoed
School: Cardiff School of Education
Course Length: 10 weeks
Assessment:
Assessment will provide the opportunity for you to gain objective and constructive feedback relating to your performance and progress.
The module is formally assessed and students will be required to:-
1. Deliver a micro-teaching session to his/her peer group.
This will consist of a 20 minute session where you will be required to plan, deliver and evaluate the experience.
2. Complete a written assignment relating to the Principles of Adult Learning.