PGCE Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield College, part-time during the day over two years. The course trains you to teach in the post-compulsory sector, covering areas such as further education, adult learning, and vocational training. You'll need an honours degree at 2:2 or above, plus GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above. Whether you're already working as a teacher or tutor, or arranging your own teaching placement, you'll complete a minimum of 60 teaching hours each year. A Student Finance HE Loan is available to help with costs.
Who this course is for
Adult Learners
Entry requirements
Honours Degree with minimum 2:2 classification
GCSE English Language minimum grade 4.
In-service applicants must provide evidence that they already work as a teacher or tutor, will teach a minimum of 60 hours in each year of the course, and that their employer will provide a specialist mentor to support them
Pre-service applicants are responsible for securing their own teaching placement, with a minimum of 60 hours in each year, and a specialist mentor to support
What you will learn
You'll develop lesson planning and curriculum design skills for post-compulsory education.
You'll learn how to assess and give feedback to learners effectively.
You'll study theories of teaching, learning, and education practice.
You'll build skills in managing a classroom and supporting diverse learners.
You'll reflect on your own teaching practice through observation and mentoring.
You'll understand inclusive teaching approaches and how to adapt them for different needs.
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime classes at Chesterfield College alongside completing a minimum of 60 hours of teaching practice each year, either in your current teaching role or in an arranged placement. Assessment includes written assignments, reflective practice portfolios, and observed teaching sessions. A specialist mentor in your workplace will support your development throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Adult educator, teaching in further education or community settings
Further education lecturer, delivering vocational or academic subjects
Vocational trainer, supporting learners in workplace or college environments
Tutor, working with adult learners in specialist subject areas
Learning and development coordinator, designing training within organisations
Skills coach, supporting learners through apprenticeship programmes
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a higher-level teaching qualification for those wanting to deepen their practice in the post-compulsory sector.
MA in Education: a master's degree for those looking to move into curriculum leadership, research, or senior teaching roles.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): if you want to teach in schools, you may need to explore routes to QTS separately, as the PGCE for post-compulsory education does not automatically confer it.
