Education & Training

Why choose Education & Training?

The teaching profession is fast-paced and extremely challenging. Also, teaching offers a stable career, in fact nine out of 10 newly trained teachers are employed within six months. Whether you’re looking to begin your career, are already working in an education context or are an assessor and wish to achieve a qualification, our Education and Training courses could offer you that next step in achieving your goal.

Career opportunities

There are lots of job opportunities for people with Education and Training qualifications. Currently there are more than 350 general FE and sixth form colleges, work based training providers, adult and community learning providers and specialist colleges in the UK.

English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)

Level 5 Certificate

Overview

If you wish to teach English Language to adults either in the UK or abroad then this course is for you. This course is recognised by the British Council, VSO, and language schools in Britain and abroad. Be part of our lively, multi-cultural college community with students from a wide variety of backgrounds.

What you’ll learn

You will learn all the essential skills and knowledge you need to teach English to adults.

You get hands-on teaching practice and observation of experienced teachers, applying your learning in the classroom with English language learners. The five main topics include:

Learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context Language analysis and awareness Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing Planning and resources for different teaching contexts Developing teaching skills and professionalism

Delivery method

Through a mixture of practical work, presentations, group work and coursework.

Where it can take you

This course leads to the Cambridge CELTA and, after completion, you will be ready to begin working in a variety of English as a Second Language teaching contexts in the UK and abroad.

Course duration

Face-to-face: 10 weeks part-time Online: 18 weeks part-time including one day a week teaching practice at college

Where you’ll study

College Green Centre or Ashley Down Centre

Entry requirements

A minimum of 2 A levels is desirable A degree is helpful but not essential Minimum age 20 Overseas students must have

IELTS 7.0 or equivalent (Common European Framework Reference (CEFR) C2 level) DBS clearance (approx £55)

You’ll need to be prepared for an interview.

Fees

£1417

Validated by:

Cambridge Assessment English

How to apply

Apply through City of Bristol College

Face-to-face Course code FGP0495A01

Online Course code FTD0495A01

Education & Training

Level 5 Diploma

Overview

The Diploma in Education and Training is a recognised teaching qualification for the post-16 sector. You can become a post-16 teacher in England without a teaching qualification, but it’s a definite advantage to have one, as many employers expect them. This course is for those who are in a full-time teacher/trainer role, or those who are looking to enter the profession and can meet the practice requirements then it will also be suitable.

What you’ll learn

Over the course you will study a variety of topics which will give you a good overview and understanding of the practical elements of teaching and learning, together with supporting theoretical knowledge. Professional practice visits are an assessed part of the programme so you will be observed teaching regularly; this will be both by your tutor and your mentor. There are four mandatory units: Developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training Theories, principles and models in education and training Wider professional practice and development in education and training Plus a choice of optional units

Delivery method

Through a mixture of practical work, presentations, group work and coursework.

Where it can take you

Upon successful completion of this course you will be a qualified to teach in the post-16 sector. You could also progress onto further studies in education with awarding bodies such as Pearson or other universities.

Course duration

1 year full-time 2 years part-time

Where you’ll study

Ashley Down Centre

Entry requirements

Aged 19 years or over 100 hours of teaching practice in a suitable location (full time)

A mentor to assist you in your progress through the programme 50 hours of teaching practice in a suitable location (part-time)

Subject-specific qualifications/ experience in the subject in which you are teaching

DBS clearance (approx £55) You’ll need to be prepared for an interview.

Fees Full-time

£2900

Part-time

Year 1 £1450, Year 2 £1450 Validated by: Pearson

How to apply

Apply through City of Bristol College

Full time Course code FBF1593B01-1

Part time Course code FBE1568B01-1

Early Years

Level 4 & 5 Foundation Degree (FdA)

Overview

This exciting, work-based programme, proven to raise the quality of practice in early years settings will empower you to transform your practice through reflection and research. The course is aimed at those who are currently working as early years practitioners and wish to gain a Level 5 qualification which may lead to Early Years Teacher Status, a career in management within the sector or teaching.

What you’ll learn

You will learn the knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to good early years practice as well as understand the theory underpinning early years education and care in different settings. The course consists of eight modules and will cover topics such as: Childhood Children’s rights Society and culture Social policy Safeguarding children Children’s holistic health Positionality, inclusion and diversity How children learn Observation and assessment Creativity Multi-agency working and leadership Partnership with parents/carers Reflective practice Action research Inclusion and diversity

Delivery method

Through a mixture of practical work, presentations, group work and coursework.

Where it can take you

Following your foundation degree, you can apply to progress to the third year of the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies or the BA (Hons) Education Studies undergraduate degrees at Bath Spa University or at City of Bristol College. Successful completion of the BA (Hons) allows you to apply to progress to an initial teacher training course to gain Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Course duration

2 years full-time, one day a week

Where you’ll study

Ashley Down Centre

Entry requirements

Students usually need one or more of the following: Level 3 qualification in Early Years Two years’ experience working with children from birth to eight years Current employment working with children in the Early Years

Foundation Stage (birth to eight years) or KS1 for at least two days per week Written support from your workplace offering a mentor and/or day release is essential DBS clearance (approx £55) You may require an interview.

Fees

Please contact City of Bristol College

In association with:

Bath Spa University

Early Childhood Studies Top-Up Year

Level 6 BA (Hons)

Overview

This contemporary and exciting programme provides the opportunity for students who have studied a Foundation Degree in Early Years to complete a full honours degree while continuing to work. It will build on knowledge gained through the Foundation Degree and challenge you to further develop your thinking and practice. This course is designed for early years practitioners wishing to obtain a full degree while still working and it is an excellent progression route for those wishing to progress into teacher training.

Delivery method

This course runs one day a week and is delivered and assessed through practical work, presentations, group work and coursework

Where it can take you

Successful completion of this course allows students to apply to progress to an initial teacher training course to gain Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). It is also an excellent foundation for other careers within the early childhood sector or wider communities.

What you’ll learn

You will learn to further develop your thinking and practice from the Foundation Degree to be able to apply practical skills and knowledge of working in an early childhood setting. The course is made up of five modules including an education dissertation. You will cover topics such as: The changing nature of early childhood education Pedagogy and culture Differing perspectives of early childhood education Contemporary issues in society Democracy and children’s rights Children’s mark-making and symbolic representation Leadership and teamwork Research skills Reflective practice Play throughout the life course

Course duration

1 year full-time, one day a week

Where you’ll study

Ashley Down Centre

Entry requirements

Students will need the following:

Foundation degree in Early Years or equivalent

At least two years’ experience working with children in Early Years

Foundation Stage (birth to eight years old) or KS1 for at least two days per week.

Written support from your workplace offering a mentor and/or day release is essential

DBS clearance (approx £55) You’ll need to be prepared for an interview.

Fees

£8250

In association with:

Bath Spa University

Educational Support

Level 4/5 Foundation Degree (FdA)

Overview

This course is for those who are working or volunteering in an educational setting. The programme will enable you to use and apply your skills and knowledge through reflection and evaluation during your course of study to develop your practice in the workplace.

What you’ll learn

The Foundation Degree is a two-year course during which you will study towards a Level 4 Certificate in Higher Education in the first and the secondyear work towards a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Educational Support. Modules you will cover include: Thinking and learning Child development and the life course Positive interactions with learners The voice of the learner Enhancing subject knowledge Education for social justice and equality Partnership working Reflective professional practice

Delivery method

This course is delivered through a mixture of practical work, taught sessions, presentations and group work. It will be assessed through written reports, reflections, evaluations and essays.

Where it can take you

Upon successful completion of the Foundation Degree, students will be able to apply for progression to a relevant Honours Degree in Education in Professional Practice at UWE Bristol or progress into other education-based courses.

Course duration

2 years full-time, one afternoon and evening a week

Where you’ll study

Ashley Down Centre, SBSA

Entry requirements

Students usually need to work as a volunteer or in paid employment for at least 16 hours per week and have one or more of the following: 56 UCAS Tariff points NCFE Level 3 CACHE in supporting teaching and learning or a relevant level 3 qualification 56 UCAS tariff points Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate pathway Students will also require:

Five GCSEs grade 9/4 (A*-C) or equivalent – to include English Overseas students must have IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (with a minimum score of 5.5 in any one area) Satisfactory DBS clearance. Students who do not meet the minimum academic entry requirements but have significant life and/or work experience will be considered on the basis of evidence of personal, professional and educational experience which indicate an applicant’s ability to meet the demands of a foundation degree.

You may require an interview.

Fees

Year 1 £6000, Year 2 £6000

Validated by:

University of the West of England