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Post Compulsory Education and Training (PcET)

  • 2 Study options
  • Undergraduate
Newport
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University of South Wales (Prifysgol De Cymru)
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Course summary

Are you interested in teaching or training young people and adults? This teacher training course is for graduates who want to teach a wide range of learners aged 16+ in further education colleges, sixth form colleges, training organisations, prisons, public services or voluntary and adult community organisations.

The (PGCE) Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PcET) level 7 award is a nationally and internationally recognised qualification for teaching and training in the post-16 sector. It provides eligibility for QTLS in England, and registration with EWC in Wales.

Students on the (PGCE) Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Post Compulsory Education and Training (PcET) come from many different backgrounds – you could be a new graduate, a trainer or looking for a career change.

You will be welcomed into a collaborative environment where we work with you to develop the professional values, knowledge and skills you’ll need to work and thrive in a diverse and dynamic PcET sector.

THIS COURSE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR THOSE LOOKING TO BE A PRIMARY OR SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER. IT IS QUALIFICATION FOR TEACHING IN THE POST-16 SECTOR ONLY.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Newport

Study options

  • PGCE • Full-time • 1 Years
  • PGCE • Part-time • 2 Years

Start dates

Application codes

Course code:
2V9X
Institution code:
W01

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
2V9X
Institution code:
W01

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Entry requirements

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Clearing contact details

Clearing Enquiry Team

enquiries@southwales.ac.uk

03455 760606

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Additional information

Clearing 2025
Thursday 14th August 7.45am-7pm;
Friday 15th August 7.45am-7pm;
Saturday 16th August 10am-4pm;
Sunday 17th August 10am-4pm;

Monday 18th August 7.45am-6pm;
Tuesday 19th August 7.45am-5pm;
Wednesday 20th August 7.45am-5pm;
Thursday 21st August 7.45am-6pm;
Friday 22nd August 8.30am-4.30pm;

Monday 25th August Bank Holiday;
W/c Tuesday 26th August 8.30am - 5pm Monday-Thursday,
8.30am - 4.30pm Friday

Course contact details

Enquiries and Admissions Team

enquiries@southwales.ac.uk

03455767778

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