Level 5 Certificate in Education

The PCE in Post Compulsory Education is a professional teaching qualification that aims to develop the skills and knowledge required for teaching in the post-compulsory sector. The course is designed for those who wish to teach in further education colleges, adult education centres, and other post-compulsory education settings. If you're already working in further education and want to advance your career by achieving the sector qualification for teaching in post-16 settings, then this could be the course for you.

Studying the PCE can help you to advance your career as a teacher or trainer, opening up opportunities for higher-paying positions and promotion to more senior roles within your organisation. Plus, you'll enjoy the personal fulfilment and rewarding experience of developing your teaching skills and knowledge. You�ll be given the tools to plan, implement and evaluate teaching and learning activities for post-16 education, and follow a course of study and research which covers the following subjects: An Introduction to post-compulsory educationCurriculum issuesPrinciples of learning and the characteristics of the post-16 learnerPlanning for learning and methods of teaching and assessmentTheories and principles of learningTeaching practices and e-learningAssessment method and practiceCurriculum contentPolicy and practice This qualification validated by the University of Wolverhampton�will open up a wide range of career options in a variety of educational environments including colleges, community learning and development centres, adult education centres, private training organisations, prisons and young offender institutions, voluntary and charity organisations and universities.

The course is assessed via completion of assignments, work based observations and professional practice portfolio.

To study this course, you will need the following qualifications: A Level 3 or above qualification in a relevant subject area. You will need to have achieved a grade 4 or above (C or above or Level 2 equivalent) in English and Maths. Access to a minimum of 2 hours per week in a post-16 teaching environment or above is also required.

On successful completion of this course, you could progress to 'top-up' to a full degree in Education.