http://www.qaa.ac.uk/ASSURINGSTANDARDSANDQUALITY/QUALIFICATIONS/Pages/Statement-on-the-PGCE-Qualification.aspx
The PGCE qualification
Statement by UUK, SCOP, QAA and UCET on the use of PGCE qualification title
Joint statement: PGCE qualification title
1. The PGCE is a well established and internationally recognised qualification undertaken by graduates to prepare them for a career in teaching. Over time, a number of PGCE models have been developed to meet the different needs of learners and the profession. However, the essential characteristics of the PGCE have remained constant - an HE programme providing both professional training leading to QTS and a course of academic study leading to an academic qualification.
2. The qualification acronym ‘PGCE’ has traditionally been understood to stand for ‘Post-Graduate Certificate in Education’. However, the academic level of PGCE courses does vary. Some institutions run PGCE courses which aim for the academic equivalent of the final year of an undergraduate honours degree, with QTS. Other courses, however, are pitched beyond Honours level, incorporate subject or specialist work in greater detail, and include consideration of research methods. Such courses may form a progression route within a framework which ultimately leads to a Masters degree.
3. In line with the principles underpinning the Framework for HE Qualifications (FHEQ) (QAA, 2001), the full qualification title for ‘PGCE’ courses should represent accurately the expected level of achievement, and should be aligned with the most appropriate qualification descriptor. It will be a matter for HEIs to determine the appropriate level of their qualifications and to assign the appropriate title, in line with the following guidance:
- Professional Graduate Certificate in Education for those PGCE qualifications which are pitched at Honours level, and align with the FHEQ qualification descriptor at H (honours level)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education titles for those PGCE qualifications which are pitched beyond Honours level and align with the FHEQ qualification descriptor at M (masters level).
4. Institutions should continue to ensure that the level of their qualification(s) is clear and transparent to all applicants, students and other stakeholders. References to the level and full title of the PGCE should be made in course publications, admissions materials, programme specifications, transcripts and certificates. Institutions will be expected to identify clearly the level and associated nomenclature of their PGCE programmes, and their subsequent awards, from 1st September 2006.
So in order to get myself on the teaching ladder i need to complete this course , my next steps are to research further into this field and just find out more and more information . I have typed in PGCE on google and it automatically came up with a legue table , being interested i had a look to see who was best at what and noticed they were all in southern England mainly London . Now i already know its not practical to move to do the course , if i was to do this course because funding would be a lot tighter than my actual degree i would have to think about moving back in with my parents and commuting so it would have to be in the north west where i am currently located . I then typed in PGCE in the north west and found this course at Edge Hill University which is approximatly a 1hr commute from my home now which would be ideal , The courses information are as follows ;
PGCE Secondary Applied Art and Design (Age Phase 14-19) with QTS
Institution Location
1 year, full-time
To join this PGCE you should have: A first degree from a UK higher education institution or equivalent qualification; A degree classification at 2:2 or above; GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualification); A demonstrable interest in teaching within the curriculum area. Professional Skills Tests in Literacy and Numeracy must be successfully completed prior to entry. Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure required.
September
PGCE
"Edge Hill University provides its trainees, regardless of their chosen age range, with outstanding training": Grade 1 'outstanding' results across all 33 inspected outcomes - Ofsted Initial Teacher Education inspection report, 12/5/2011.
This PGCE combines academic study, group discussion and reflection with practical and work-based learning in the classroom to give you all the knowledge and skills you will need to become a creative and innovative teacher of vocational and applied art and design.
As you move into full-time placements you will be supported by mentors in schools and colleges who will work with you to ensure your development through a range of experiences across the 14-19 age phase. You will graduate with both a reflective and a critically analytical approach to education.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
The course is aimed at practitioners who have a wide range of art and design skills. You must be fully aware of the role of a teacher and spent time in a school or college to ensure that you are fully committed to becoming an excellent teacher of art and design, aware of the many careers within the creative industries.
WHAT WILL I GAIN FROM THIS PROGRAMME?
This is a demanding course in which you will gain a working knowledge and understanding of a wide-range of vocational and applied art and design courses within the 14-19 age phases. This will be supplemented with Key Stage 3 experiences and contrasted with GCSE and A level teaching in order to fully prepare you for your teaching career.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
During 12 weeks of study on campus, you’ll develop:
- Knowledge of essential educational theory;
- Awareness of appropriate and innovative teaching and assessment methods, managing both individual pupils and larger groups;
- Strategies to encourage pupils’ practical skills development in applied art and design;
- Understanding of the curriculum;
- Ability to plan lessons effectively;
- Excellent working knowledge of the latest ICT tools and software used in schools;
- Enhanced subject knowledge and professional and academic skills;
- Wider awareness of your role within the teaching profession through study of professional values.
HOW WILL I STUDY?
The course is full-time and full attendance is required. You will spend a minimum of 120 days in schools and colleges. Your sessions in Edge Hill University will consist of taught sessions, lectures and practical workshops.
Academic modules will be a combination of practical and theoretical workshops and lectures. These will inform your placement teaching and enable you to underpin your practice through sound subject knowledge and reflection.
PLACEMENT
There will be two main placements, one in a school and the other in a college, and you will be required to meet the 'qualifying to teach standards' in both. This will be supplemented with work in primary schools and galleries.
You will spend 26 weeks on placement in schools and colleges, putting your training into practice through assisting in and taking responsibility for classes, and working alongside mentors and peers to further your professional development. The programme also utilises Further Education and 6th form colleges for placements, although these cannot be guaranteed for every trainee. Your teaching timetable will increase as your training progresses and you become more confident and competent in the classroom.
You will work with students from various areas, backgrounds and abilities, providing you with excellent experience in classroom management and the ability to teach individuals and groups at a range of levels.
WHO WILL BE TEACHING ME?
The Programme Leader is a highly experienced teacher of Art and Design across the 11-18 age range. There will also be Associate Tutors who have a wealth of teaching experience across the Key Stages and expert guest speakers from schools and colleges who have current experience of particular areas, such as the assessment of vocational courses.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A balanced combination of coursework and observed classroom experience will be assessed against academic criteria at Level 7 and the QTS Standards. Various other tasks will enable you to demonstrate your competence.
Your subject assessment will consist of assignments that will address your practical knowledge through a portfolio of work. There will also be a planning assignment and a research-based task. Your classroom performance will be assessed against the 'Qualifying to Teach’ standards and you will compile a reflective portfolio of evidence to this end.
Before the end of your PGCE you will need to complete a Career Entry and Development Profile (CEDP) which acts as a useful bridge between your initial teacher training programme and your Induction Year as a Newly Qualified Teacher.
WHAT ARE MY CAREER PROSPECTS?
The teaching of art and design is a very competitive career to embark on but you will have the crucial advantage of being trained on the vocational art and design examination courses. Alongside these specifications you will also gain Key Stage 3 and GCSE/A-Level teaching experience and develop a portfolio of skills that will prepare you for a teaching interview; these factors are unique to the PGCE at Edge Hill University.
Successful completion of this PGCE will allow you to gain QTS and progress onto employment as a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) at secondary school level. A number of trainees have also found employment in Further Education and 6th form colleges.
Our proactive careers advisory service can help you to find job vacancies and offers in-depth advice on teaching job applications and interviews to help you secure work.
You will discover excellent career prospects in this exciting and innovative subject area. Teaching is a rewarding job and there are many ways in which you could progress in your career, either in the classroom or in a leadership role.
This PGCE combines academic study, group discussion and reflection with practical and work-based learning in the classroom to give you all the knowledge and skills you will need to become a creative and innovative teacher of vocational and applied art and design.
As you move into full-time placements you will be supported by mentors in schools and colleges who will work with you to ensure your development through a range of experiences across the 14-19 age phase. You will graduate with both a reflective and a critically analytical approach to education.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
The course is aimed at practitioners who have a wide range of art and design skills. You must be fully aware of the role of a teacher and spent time in a school or college to ensure that you are fully committed to becoming an excellent teacher of art and design, aware of the many careers within the creative industries.
WHAT WILL I GAIN FROM THIS PROGRAMME?
This is a demanding course in which you will gain a working knowledge and understanding of a wide-range of vocational and applied art and design courses within the 14-19 age phases. This will be supplemented with Key Stage 3 experiences and contrasted with GCSE and A level teaching in order to fully prepare you for your teaching career.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
During 12 weeks of study on campus, you’ll develop:
- Knowledge of essential educational theory;
- Awareness of appropriate and innovative teaching and assessment methods, managing both individual pupils and larger groups;
- Strategies to encourage pupils’ practical skills development in applied art and design;
- Understanding of the curriculum;
- Ability to plan lessons effectively;
- Excellent working knowledge of the latest ICT tools and software used in schools;
- Enhanced subject knowledge and professional and academic skills;
- Wider awareness of your role within the teaching profession through study of professional values.
HOW WILL I STUDY?
The course is full-time and full attendance is required. You will spend a minimum of 120 days in schools and colleges. Your sessions in Edge Hill University will consist of taught sessions, lectures and practical workshops.
Academic modules will be a combination of practical and theoretical workshops and lectures. These will inform your placement teaching and enable you to underpin your practice through sound subject knowledge and reflection.
PLACEMENT
There will be two main placements, one in a school and the other in a college, and you will be required to meet the 'qualifying to teach standards' in both. This will be supplemented with work in primary schools and galleries.
You will spend 26 weeks on placement in schools and colleges, putting your training into practice through assisting in and taking responsibility for classes, and working alongside mentors and peers to further your professional development. The programme also utilises Further Education and 6th form colleges for placements, although these cannot be guaranteed for every trainee. Your teaching timetable will increase as your training progresses and you become more confident and competent in the classroom.
You will work with students from various areas, backgrounds and abilities, providing you with excellent experience in classroom management and the ability to teach individuals and groups at a range of levels.
WHO WILL BE TEACHING ME?
The Programme Leader is a highly experienced teacher of Art and Design across the 11-18 age range. There will also be Associate Tutors who have a wealth of teaching experience across the Key Stages and expert guest speakers from schools and colleges who have current experience of particular areas, such as the assessment of vocational courses.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A balanced combination of coursework and observed classroom experience will be assessed against academic criteria at Level 7 and the QTS Standards. Various other tasks will enable you to demonstrate your competence.
Your subject assessment will consist of assignments that will address your practical knowledge through a portfolio of work. There will also be a planning assignment and a research-based task. Your classroom performance will be assessed against the 'Qualifying to Teach’ standards and you will compile a reflective portfolio of evidence to this end.
Before the end of your PGCE you will need to complete a Career Entry and Development Profile (CEDP) which acts as a useful bridge between your initial teacher training programme and your Induction Year as a Newly Qualified Teacher.
WHAT ARE MY CAREER PROSPECTS?
The teaching of art and design is a very competitive career to embark on but you will have the crucial advantage of being trained on the vocational art and design examination courses. Alongside these specifications you will also gain Key Stage 3 and GCSE/A-Level teaching experience and develop a portfolio of skills that will prepare you for a teaching interview; these factors are unique to the PGCE at Edge Hill University.
Successful completion of this PGCE will allow you to gain QTS and progress onto employment as a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) at secondary school level. A number of trainees have also found employment in Further Education and 6th form colleges.
Our proactive careers advisory service can help you to find job vacancies and offers in-depth advice on teaching job applications and interviews to help you secure work.
You will discover excellent career prospects in this exciting and innovative subject area. Teaching is a rewarding job and there are many ways in which you could progress in your career, either in the classroom or in a leadership role.
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