Education and Professional Development
About this course
**About this Course:**
The BA (Hons) Degree in Education and Professional Development is designed to meet the professional development needs of teachers, trainers and managers in further, higher, adult, secondary and primary education. This course is also applicable to those who work in related areas such as health, careers and uniformed services. It is intended to meet the needs of those wishing to broaden their knowledge and understanding of education and training policy, theory and practice.
The degree is particularly suitable for those wishing to progress from a Certificate in Education, Diploma in Education & Training and those who are taking on extra responsibility or seeking career development.
This is a two-year, blended learning topup programme validated by the University of Hull, involving attendance at several day schools with an expectation of independent study and support by individual tutorials with the module tutor. In addition to this, you will be supported in your studies with academic support from our libraries.
Rotherham College has an experienced teaching team who has a good reputation for ensuring you receive a quality teaching and learning experience. Not only will you be supported in your studies by the teaching team, you will receive help from our learning centre staff in relation to academic and research skills. As well as have access to modern teaching rooms with current software and a range of ICT resources.
**Modules Covered:**
**Year 1**
* Personal and Professional Development
* Research and Academic Study Skills
* Enhancing Teaching and Learning
* Working in Teams
**Year 2**
* Dissertation
* Professional Reflective Review
**Progression:**
- Upon successful completion of this course you could go into employment as a programme leader, curriculum leader, curriculum manager or as a teaching and learning development officer.
**Entry Requirements:**
* Preferably, candidates should have a certificate in Education , or equivalent
* Two years full-time teaching/training experience, or part time equivalent
* There is potential for students with five years teaching/training experience who have not completed a Certificate in Education or equivalent to be considered
If you do not meet these requirements please contact us as we are able to consider applicants with other qualifications, relevant experience or personal circumstances on an individual basis.
Modules
This is a two-year, blended learning topup programme involving attendance at several day schools with an expectation of independent study and support by individual tutorials with the module tutor. In addition to this, you will be supported in your studies with academic support from our libraries.
This course includes the following units of study:
•Developing study skills
•Improving professional practice
•Conducting research
•Critical reflection
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