Free Level 5/6 PGCE Course in Farnborough. Classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, full-time during the day. This is a teacher training qualification that prepares you to teach in further education and adult learning settings. The course typically takes 2 years to complete. You'll develop your subject knowledge, teaching practice, and understanding of how adults learn. Visit the college website for the most up-to-date details on entry requirements and start dates.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical classroom teaching skills for further education settings.
You'll study theories of learning and how to apply them in your teaching.
You'll plan and deliver lessons to meet the needs of different learners.
You'll learn how to assess and give feedback on learner progress.
You'll build skills in curriculum design and course planning.
You'll understand professional standards and responsibilities in education.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, taught seminars, and supervised teaching practice. Assessment typically includes written assignments, reflective journals, and observed teaching sessions. The college website holds the most current information on assessment requirements for this course. Contact Farnborough College of Technology directly to confirm the full assessment structure before you apply.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult Educator, teaching in further education colleges
Vocational Trainer, delivering work-based or skills training
Literacy or Numeracy Tutor, supporting adult learners
Community Learning Tutor, working in local education settings
Learning and Development Trainer, in workplace or corporate settings
ESOL Teacher, teaching English to speakers of other languages
What you could study next
A full Master's in Education (MEd or MA Education) builds on your PGCE and deepens your expertise in teaching theory and practice.
A Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status, awarded by the Society for Education and Training, is the professional recognition many further education teachers pursue after completing a PGCE.
A specialist postgraduate qualification in areas such as SEND, leadership in education, or curriculum design can open senior roles.
