Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Access to HE Teaching and Education in Benfleet

Cost£3,180.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Access to HE Teaching and Education in Benfleet. Classes run at USP College Seevic Campus, with one day a week on campus and one day online.

The course covers child development, learning theory, safeguarding, inclusive practice, and the psychology of education. You'll also build academic writing, research, and presentation skills to prepare for university study. It takes one year, part-time during the day. You must be aged 19 or over, and hold a GCSE grade C/4 or above in English, or a Level 2 Functional Skills English qualification.

You'll finish with an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Teaching and Education) awarded by Gateway Qualifications.

Who this course is for

This Access to Higher Education course gives you the basic requirements for entry into Teacher Training. You will study a range of Study & Academic Skills modules to prepare you for university, as well as education Psychology.

You will also undertake a research project on a topic of your choice with the aim of developing your independent learning skills.

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19 or over at registration You must have English Language GCSE grade C/4 or above or Level 2 Functional Skills English. It is desirable to also have GCSE/L2 Maths but if not, then a commitment to study it alongside Access (on a separate evening) is required as most universities require both English and Maths.

More info at uspcollege.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll study child development and how children learn at different stages.
  • You'll explore learning theory and key aspects of educational psychology.
  • You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and your responsibilities as an education professional.
  • You'll practise inclusive approaches and equality, diversity, and inclusion in education.
  • You'll build academic writing, research, and information literacy skills for university.
  • You'll develop presentation skills and independent study habits.
  • You'll complete a research project on a topic of your choice.

How you will learn

You'll study through a mix of on-campus sessions and online learning. Assessment is continuous throughout the course. You'll be assessed through written assignments, presentations, and research tasks. There are no formal exams. Regular feedback supports your progress as you build the academic skills universities expect.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Seevic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Primary school teacher, works with children aged 5 to 11 in a school setting.
  • Early years practitioner, supports children's development in nurseries and pre-schools.
  • Teaching assistant, supports teachers and pupils in the classroom.
  • Learning support assistant, helps students with additional needs in schools or colleges.
  • Nursery manager, leads a team in an early years setting.
  • Education welfare officer, supports children's attendance and wellbeing.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Education Studies, a university degree for those wanting to understand education in depth.
  • BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies, focused on child development and early years practice.
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), the main route into qualified teacher status after a degree.
  • BA (Hons) in Primary Education with QTS, combines a degree and teaching qualification in one programme.
Apply on uspcollege.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at USP College Seevic Campus

More courses near you