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SUMMARY:Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
DESCRIPTION:This Level 3 accredited qualification is designed to develop delegates practical assessing skills helping them to become effective assessors in a range of Post-16 contexts both in the workplace and in the classroom.\n\nWe anticipate that delegates will already be working in post-16 education as a teacher/ trainer/assessor or coach. Delegates may have a strong vocational background and will have moved into teaching/ assessing as a secondary career.\n\nThrough participation in this important strand of the Solvendis Teaching Excellence programme you will complete three modules to help you develop and craft your assessment skills.\n\nDelivery will be led by an experienced member of the Solvendis Teacher Training Team with all workshops being conducted online via Teams or Zoom.\n\nWorkshop Dates and Times: 2 & 9 June 2026 (10.00 – 4.00 online).\n\nDelegate fee £455 (plus vat) plus £78 awarding body registration fee – maximum 12 delegates.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/qar-understanding-and-calculating-achievement-rates-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars,CPD Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T091806Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Wealth Festival
DESCRIPTION:City Lit’s Mental Wealth Festival is back for another year\, taking place from 7–10 October 2026. This much-loved event will once again feature a vibrant mix of talks\, panels\, workshops\, and performances\, all dedicated to restoring\, supporting\, and celebrating mental health and wellbeing. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the experience. \nVisit the website for more information: Mental Wealth Festival 2026 | City Lit
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/mental-wealth-festival/
LOCATION:City Lit\, 1-10 Keeley Street\, London\, WC2B 4BA
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses
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ORGANIZER;CN="City Lit":MAILTO:press@citylit.ac.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T160000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T204700Z
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SUMMARY:Level 3 Award in Education and Training (Fast-track)
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Solvendis Teaching Excellence programme we are pleased to be able to offer an effective response to the need to develop the teaching and training skills of staff working in Post-16 education. \nThis intensive programme is designed for: \n\nnew or existing trainers with hands-on vocational expertise who are seriously looking to develop their teaching and training skills. This could include those recently moved into a training role from assessor role\nstaff new to the roles of trainer and assessor.\n\nThe programme will focus on those aspects of training so essential in ensuring sound learning – and\, of course\, meeting the requirements of the Education Inspection Framework.  Participants will benefit from a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders in the education and training sector.  They will develop their teaching and training skills through a clear understanding of inclusive teaching and learning\, and be able to plan\, deliver and evaluate learning which meets the needs of all learners in a safe and supportive learning environment. \nFinally\, participants will gain a detailed understanding of the different types and methods of assessment. \nTo complete the programme\, participants will be required to attend four workshop days\, which will include learner-led microteach\, as well as completing some pre-course work and assignments.  Assessment will be via portfolio\, assignment and observation. \nAlthough there are no minimum entry requirements for this course\, participants should be able to demonstrate the minimum core levels of literacy\, language\, numeracy and ICT skills expected of all teachers and trainers in the sector. At the end of the programme\, successful participants will be awarded the Level 3 Award \nDelivered online\, delegates need to attend on 8\, 9\, 22 & 23 October 2026 (10.00 – 4.00 each day).
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/level-3-award-in-education-and-training-fast-track-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T160000
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SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead Training
DESCRIPTION:A provider’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) plays a critical role in its approach to safeguarding its learners\, training its staff\, providing support and guidance and taking responsibility for referral decisions – as well as dealing with Ofsted! Although legislation focuses on the protection of children and vulnerable adults\, providers have a responsibility to protect all learners. \nThis course will provide information about what the role involves and is designed for staff new to the role and for those wanting to update their knowledge. It includes direct delivery and a range of scenario-based activities to consider. \nKey Outcomes Of The Day \n\nUnderstand the implication of Keeping Children Safe in Education\nand revised Ofsted expectations\nKnow the likely roles of the Designated Safeguarding Lead\nBe able to recognise and respond to disclosures sensitively and efficiently\nKnow how and when to share information with other organisations\nImplementing safer recruitment strategies including the use of DBS checks\nKnow how to deal with allegations that involve staff\nKnow the key policies\, statute and inspection guidance that underpin the Prevent duty\nMaking referrals under the Prevent Duty
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/ofsted-inspection-nominee-training-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261215T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T210021Z
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SUMMARY:Level 3 Award in Education and Training (Fast Track)
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to be able to offer an effective response to the need to develop the teaching and training skills of staff working in Post-16 education. \nThe programme will focus on those aspects of training so essential in ensuring sound learning. Participants will benefit from a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders in the education and training sector. They will develop their teaching and training skills through a clear understanding of inclusive teaching and learning\, and be able to plan\, deliver and evaluate learning which meets the needs of all learners. \nParticipants attend for 4 workshop days\, which include a microteach\, and assignment completion. Assessment will be via portfolio\, assignment and observation. \nDates of attendance are 7\, 8\, 14 & 15 December 2026 (all days 10.00 – 4.00). \nDelegate fee £455 (plus vat) plus £62 awarding body registration fee – maximum delegate number 12.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/effective-governance-of-an-apprenticeship-provider-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,CPD Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20261007T133010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T133015Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Assessment: From Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:AI is already changing how assessment is designed\, delivered\, supported and quality assured. Assessment organisations are now asking urgent questions about authenticity\, validity\, learner support\, staff capability\, policy\, governance and trust. \nUsing AI in Assessment – From Theory to Practice is designed to help assessment professionals move beyond general discussion and into practical understanding. The programme combines expert insight with demonstrations\, clinics\, guided experimentation and collaborative discussion. \nDelegates will explore what AI can do\, where its limitations lie\, and how organisations can make informed\, responsible decisions. The residential format gives attendees time to connect\, reflect and continue conversations beyond the formal programme.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/ai-in-assessment-from-theory-to-practice/
LOCATION:INNSiDE by Meliá Manchester\, 1 First St\, Manchester\, M14 4RP
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261116T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T160000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20250728T142226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T213515Z
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SUMMARY:Level 4 Certificate in Leading the IQA of Assessment Processes and Practice
DESCRIPTION:This Level 4 accredited qualification is designed to develop delegates practical quality assurance skills helping them to become effective quality assurance practitioners in a range of Post-16 contexts both in the workplace and in the classroom.  This course covers both ‘Internal Quality Assurance’ and ‘Lead Quality Assurance’ roles.\n\nWe anticipate that delegates will already be working in post-16 education as a teacher/ trainer/assessor or coach. Delegates may have a strong vocational background and some will have moved into teaching/ assessing as a secondary career.\n\nThrough participation in this important strand of the Solvendis Teaching Excellence programme you will complete three modules to help you develop and craft your assessment skills.  These modules require 3 days of taught sessions and then for delegates to gather evidence from their own professional practice before returning to a 1:1 portfolio review.\n\nDelivery is made up of 3 mandatory modules as follows:\n\n 	Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of\nAssessment\n 	Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment\n 	Plan\, allocate and Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility\n\nTotal attendance time is 3 days of delivery and then a separate 1:1 session once all evidence has been gathered and submitted.\nAll delegates must have access to a suitably qualified mentor who can offer advice\, support and guidance during the practical application and portfolio creation.\n\nDates and Times of attendance:\n\n 	16\, 23 & 30 November 2026 (all days 10.00 – 4.00)
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/level-4-certificate-in-leading-the-iqa-of-assessment-processes-and-practice-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars,CPD Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T163000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20220930T081537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T205654Z
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding and Prevent – Training for Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Keeping Children Safe in Education imposes duties on the Advisory Boards and Governing Bodies of Post-16 education and skills providers:  The DfE publication requires: \n\nGoverning bodies and proprietors to ensure that all governors and receive appropriate safeguarding and child protection training at induction.\n\nThe training should equip Board members with the knowledge to provide strategic challenge to test and assure themselves that the safeguarding policies and procedures of the organisation are effective and support the delivery of a robust approach to safeguarding. \nLed by Bob\, an experienced trainer\, safeguarding specialist and former full-time HMI the workshop will be engaging and delivered at a digestible pace – delegate numbers will be limited to a maximum of 12.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/effective-self-assessment-and-improvement-planning-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T123000
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CREATED:20261007T133217Z
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SUMMARY:Being an Effective Ofsted Nominee under the Revised Ofsted Framework
DESCRIPTION:Every nominee deserves proper preparation.\n\nBeing named as an Ofsted nominee is a significant responsibility\, but people often step into the role without dedicated training. Based on client demand\, we have created this two-part workshop that gives nominees across FE colleges\, universities\, and independent training providers the introductory knowledge\, confidence and practical tools to represent their organisation credibly during inspection as an outcome of effective planning.\n\nFocused entirely on ensuring you are well prepared\, it combines expert input\, practical activities and facilitated reflection to build real capability\, not just awareness.\n\nThis 2-part workshop will help you to:\n\n 	Understand the full scope and boundaries of the nominee role\n 	Know your data and present it with confidence and accuracy\n 	Respond to inspector questions calmly and credibly\n 	Walk into inspection preparation with a clear personal brief\n\nYou will receive a suite of practical resources:\n\n 	Pre-inspection Planning Checklist – Updated to the September 2026 toolkit and operating guide. Nine sections covering inspection coordination\, notification-ready communications\, context and self-assessment readiness.\n 	Planning Call Positioning Template – A structured template to help you build confidence ahead of the planning calls. Built to run in 10 to 15 minutes.\n 	Learning Walk Template – Resource to support structuring the three learning walks to help you to celebrate your strengths and highlight areas of focus.\n 	Data by Evaluation Area – What data is relevant to each of the seven evaluation areas\, as a working reference rather than a checklist. Used alongside the data confidence activity between sessions.\n 	Context Position Statement Diagnostic – Prompts for articulating context: who you serve\, what shapes their starting points\, what has changed since the last inspection. Word version in the pack\, interactive version in Mesma.\n 	Self Assessing Brilliantly recording – Automatic access to the next live session or the recent webinar recording.\n\nWorkshop Breakdown\n\nPart 1\, Thursday 26 November\, 10am-12:30pm: Understanding the role\, your context and your data\n\n 	What the nominee role is\, is not\, and the importance of the people around them.\n 	The nominee as champion of your learners.\n 	Translating your context into an inspection schedule.\n 	Knowing your data\, and helping your evaluation area leads know theirs.\n\nPart 2\, Thursday 3 December\, 10am-12:30pm: Leading the inspection week\n\n 	Working with the inspection team to build the evidence base.\n 	Making the most of case sampling and learning walks.\n 	Working successfully with the lead inspector.\n\nWe recommend taking the time to visit the Ofsted Academy recordings prior to joining to develop a base level of understanding of inspection.\n\nAbout your session\n\nThe 2-part workshop is led by Lou Doyle\, Director and Co-Founder of SDN Mesma Group\, with over 25 years’ experience in inspection readiness\, quality improvement\, strategy\, change leadership\, and governance. SDN Mesma Group are leading experts in education and employment support and quality assurance\, supporting over 2\,000 providers and 11\,500 staff to adapt and improve the delivery of technical education and assessment.\n\nWho’s it for?\n\n 	Newly appointed or inexperienced nominees\n 	Individuals stepping into the role without formal preparation\n 	Professionals responsible for representing their organisation during inspection\n\n“Thank you… you are making such a difference to the sector!”\n\n – Barbara Van der Eecken\, Bvde Quality Solutions Ltd\n\n“The webinar was excellent as usual – Lou is very knowledgeable and engages the audience really well … always insightful and helpful especially as I am very much managing this ‘on my own’!”\n\n“Very insightful that left me with actionable steps to take afterwards.”\n\n“Excellent session – shared really useful information and guidance could have watched all day”\n\n – Quality event attendees\n\nBooking and payment:\n\nThese workshops should be attended live to receive the full benefit from breakout activities.\n\nIf you have several staff who would benefit\, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session.\n\nIf you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority)\, and unable to book via card\, please email us. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)\n\nSDN Mesma Group professional development is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking.\n\nMesma software users receive a discount on the price of this series\, via email.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/being-an-effective-ofsted-nominee-under-the-revised-ofsted-framework/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T160000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20230309T084621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T210752Z
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SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead Training
DESCRIPTION:A provider’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) plays a critical role in its approach to safeguarding its learners\, training its staff\, providing support and guidance and taking responsibility for referral decisions – as well as dealing with Ofsted!  Although legislation focuses on the protection of children and vulnerable adults\, providers have a responsibility to protect all learners. \nThis course will provide information about what the role involves and is designed for staff new to the role and for those wanting to update their knowledge.  It includes direct delivery and a range of scenario-based activities to consider. \nKey outcomes of the day: \n\nUnderstand the implications of Keeping Children Safe in Education and revised Ofsted expectations\nKnow the likely roles of the Designated Safeguarding Lead\nBe able to recognise and respond to disclosures sensitively and efficiently\nKnow how and when to share information with other organisations\nImplementing safer recruitment strategies including the use of DBS checks\nKnow how to deal with allegations that involve staff\nKnow the key policies\, statute and inspection guidance that underpin the Prevent duty\nMaking referrals under the Prevent Duty\n\nThe programme will be delivered by a member of the Solvendis Quality Improvement and Inspection Team and serving inspector. \nAll delegates will receive a Solvendis certificate of attendance which documents the training content.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/developing-confidence-when-planning-and-delivering-british-values/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars,CPD Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20260828T151611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T151613Z
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SUMMARY:Apprenticeship Units 2026: Designing and Delivering a Compliant Offer
DESCRIPTION:Apprenticeship Units launched in April 2026.  With new compliance risks\, our webinar helps providers design and implement compliant offers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew products and new programmes bring with them risk and compliance will remain a key challenge for providers as Units embed within their provision. That’s why we’ve designed a new workshop specific to Apprenticeship Unit compliance taking in the learner journey and funding rules to provide as clear a guide as possible to designing and implementing a compliant offer. \nAs part of this workshop\, you’ll receive access to our Apprenticeship Units Compliance Self-Assessment Tool. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe session will cover: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding\nCourse design\nEligibility\nInitial assessment\nOn programme monitoring\nAchievement and withdrawal controls\nTransition to further learning\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout your session \n\n\n\n\nThis session is designed for: Leaders\, Programme leaders\, Curriculum designers\, MI leaders\, administrators \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Lockhart-Hawkins\, SDN Mesma Group’s funding and compliance specialist will facilitate the session. \nAfter working in the sector for over 25 years\, David has supported hundreds of providers to establish effective compliance systems. His in-depth understanding of funding and wider apprenticeship delivery gives him a unique insight into compliance across the organisation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“David’s knowledge and expertise is unparalleled.” \n – Event attendee \n“Very well delivered\, clear and very good subject knowledge” \n – Team Leader Horticulture Apprentices\, Capel Manor College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking and payment: \n\n\n\n\nWe recommend attending live\, but you can also be sent the recording and slide deck if that works better for your schedule.\n\n\n\n\nIf you have several staff who would benefit\, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session. \nIf you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority)\, and unable to book via card\, please email us. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice) \nSDN Mesma Group professional development is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/apprenticeship-units-2026-designing-and-delivering-a-compliant-offer/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T130000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20230523T064528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T210420Z
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SUMMARY:Inclusion – Responding Effectively to Ofsted’s Expectations
DESCRIPTION:The recent introduction of Ofsted’s revised inspection framework has firmly shone the spotlight of inspection onto Inclusion.  Although Inclusion has always been considered in an inspection\, it was embedded within other aspects of provision; recruitment\, participation\, equality\, diversity or achievement. \nInclusion isn’t about any one single initiative – inspectors want to see how well training providers develop an inclusive culture\, how leadership support inclusive education and how learner needs are identified and responded to. \nThis session aims to develop a providers understanding of Ofsted’s expectations around inclusion and to build confidence in applying inclusive practices across curriculum\, teaching\, support and leadership. \nAs part of this session\, we will consider: \nThe expectations of Ofsted \n\nWhat they expect to see\nWhat they have reported so far\nWhat makes an exceptional judgement?\n\nStrategies for structure and support \n\nA culture of inclusion\nPractice and policy\nMechanisms for review\nMeasuring and understanding impact\n\nIdentifying and recording learner vulnerabilities \n\nWhat makes a learner vulnerable?\nWhat does your data tell you?\nWhat are your patterns of attendance?
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/preparing-for-an-apprenticeship-audit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T130000
DTSTAMP:20261008T165641
CREATED:20230606T103618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212853Z
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SUMMARY:Level 3 Certificate in Education & Training
DESCRIPTION:This Level 4 teaching qualification is designed to develop delegates practical teaching skills helping them to become effective teachers in a range of Post-16 contexts. We anticipate that delegates will already be working in post-16 education as a teacher/ trainer/ assessor or coach.  Delegates may have a strong vocational background and will have moved into teaching as a secondary career. \nPractice requirement:  There is a requirement for a minimum of 30 hours of professional practice for this qualification \nPerformance requirement:  As part of the course you will complete 6 written assignments and a portfolio of evidence.  The portfolio will require you to complete a minimum of 3 different observed taught sessions\, each observation MUST be 30 minutes or longer\, and the total combined time of all observations must be longer than 3 hours.  You can to do more than 3 observations if you do not meet all criteria in the 3 observations or the required 3 hours\, but the minimum number of observations is 3.  These observations should be spread across the course to allow for incorporation of feedback/ development targets in the subsequent observations.  These observations will be carried out by a suitably qualified mentor that you will need to be able to provide before joining the course.  All observations must be in person. \nMentor requirements:  Your suitably qualified mentor must be able to demonstrate current evidence of CPD in assessment and: \n\nHold a teaching/training qualification at level 4 or above.\nHold an assessor qualification at level 3 or above which includes assessment in the workplace\n\nThere will be 9 Workshops (all 10.00—4.00) which will be held on Thursdays. The topics to be covered and workshop dates are: \nWorkshop 1 – 21/01/2027 Introduction to learning\nWorkshop 2 – 28/01/2027 Planning to meet individual learner needs\nWorkshop 3 – 04/02/2027 Delivering education and training (Pt 1)\nWorkshop 4 – 11/02/2027 Delivering education and training (Pt 2)\nWorkshop 5 – 25/02/2027 Progress checking and showcasing\nWorkshop 6 – 04/03/2027 Assessment in learning\nWorkshop 7 – 11/03/2027 Learning resources\nWorkshop 8 – 18/03/2027 Inclusive practice (Pt 1)\nWorkshop 9 – 25/03/2027 Inclusive practice (Pt 2) \nIn addition to workshop attendance\, delegates will undertake a short pre-course activity\,\nindependent research\, complete assignments and be observed on at least 3 occasions
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/understanding-apprenticeship-funding-rules-2023-24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,CPD Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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