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What is Teacher Training?

Teacher training transforms individuals into inspiring educators who make a real difference to people’s lives. Great teachers aren’t born; they’re made through expert training and hands-on experience. Whether you aspire to teach young children, motivate teenagers, or support adult learners, teacher training equips you with essential skills and techniques to engage students and spark curiosity. Teacher Training isn’t just about learning to teach—it’s about developing the ability to spark new ideas, encourage self-confidence, and guide others in their educational journey.

With teacher training, you’ll gain the tools needed to foster a love of learning and positively impact a range of generations across diverse educational settings.

Why study Teacher Training at Huddersfield?

At Huddersfield, we’ve been developing great teachers since 1947 through strong partnerships with education providers, including the Education and Training Consortium. By joining our community, you’ll be part of a passionate network dedicated to making your studies rewarding and impactful.

Teaching is one of the most fulfilling careers, offering the chance to shape lives, spark curiosity, and make a lasting impact. Our Teacher Training courses provide essential skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience for those starting, changing, or advancing their teaching journey. With flexible study options and specialisations from early years to lifelong learning, you’ll be ready to make a difference.

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Early Years

Guide young learners in foundational subjects and inspire curiosity from an early age.

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Primary Education

Guide young learners in foundational subjects and inspire curiosity from an early age.

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Secondary Education

Share your passion and specialise in a specific subject to guide teenage students through critical areas of study. You'll prepare them for exams, further education and careers pathways.

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Lifelong Learning

Teach and support adult learners in practical, further, or higher education settings, equipping them with the skills needed for personal or professional growth.

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What is Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)?

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is a globally recognised qualification that unlocks teaching opportunities worldwide.

In England, QTS is essential for teaching in primary, secondary, and special schools funded by local authorities. While private and academy schools can hire teachers without QTS, most prefer candidates who hold this qualification.

If you're aiming to teach in further education or work in early years education, QTS is not a requirement. However, it remains highly valued due to its numerous benefits:

It is regulated by the Department for Education, ensuring a high standard of training.
Teachers with QTS are placed on the qualified teacher pay scale, earning higher salaries compared to those without it.

QTS is recognised worldwide as the gold standard in teaching, in turn, enhancing career prospects and earning potential in education.

What is a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)?

A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is an academic qualification that will provide you with an in-depth understanding of teaching practices, educational theory, and research, setting you apart as a knowledgeable and skilled educator.

A PGCE also offers a pathway to a Master’s degree, awarding up to 60 master’s-level credits that can count toward the 180 credits required for a full Master’s qualification.

For those aiming to teach in further education or early years settings, a PGCE is the qualification you’ll need. However, if your goal is to teach in primary or secondary education, you’ll require a PGCE that includes Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).