Teacher training and teaching qualifications
The University of Bolton offers teacher training courses in the lifelong learning sector (the post-16 sector). This sector includes FE colleges, adult education, community education, sixth form colleges, universities and the National Health Service.
The Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) course offered by the University of Bolton is a one year full-time course, or two year part-time course, for those who already have an undergraduate degree and wish to teach in the lifelong learning sector (the post-16 sector).
The Professional Diploma in Education (PDE) course offered by the University of Bolton is a course of initial teacher training for those who possess vocational qualifications (such as HND/C, NVQ Level 3 etc) who wish to teach in the lifelong learning sector (the post-16 sector). The PDE is a one year full-time or two year part-time course.
For details about these courses please visit the links below:
For details on how to apply please visit our How to apply for a PGDE/PDE course| webpage.
If you are interested in teaching in primary or secondary schools please visit the Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)| website for advice on routes into teaching.
Why not come along to ur next our open day to find out more about what we offer in teacher training. Book online now at www.bolton.ac.uk/opendays| or www.bolton.ac.uk/advicedays|
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