Pgce And Qts Courses

PGCE and QTS courses refer to two levels of teaching qualifications in the United Kingdom. A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is intended for those wanting to teach at the primary and secondary school level, while a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is usually needed to teach in further education or higher education. A PGCE course is a one year intensive course, designed to equip the student with the skills they need to be a successful teacher. This involves a variety of theoretical and practical teaching modules, as well as a teaching placement. PGCE courses usually award credits at Masters level and count towards a Masters degree in teaching. QTS courses are designed to enable teachers to teach in further education, or in higher education such as universities. They include an induction year of teaching placements, as well as specific training modules to prepare the teacher for teaching in the further or higher education environment. QTS courses may also include specific SQA qualifications, depending on their area of teaching. Both PGCE and QTS courses are highly sought after by employers, ensuring that teachers in the UK have the necessary qualifications to teach effectively.