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Teacher Training

Our practical, work-based Vocational Teacher Training courses aim to raise the standards of teaching and learning in colleges throughout the UK.

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Please download and fill in the following  Diploma and Certificate in Teaching Application Form and not the online application form to apply for the following courses:

More about our Teaching Courses

Our trainees are new teachers of practical subjects such as Construction, Hair and Beauty, Performing Arts, Early Years, Health and Social Care, Sports, Leisure and Tourism, Hospitality and Catering.

Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

This course is for trainers and assessors in the work place, who require a licence to teach or train. It is also an initial "licence to teach" for anyone who wants to enter the Further Education teaching profession.

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS)

If your employer wants you to have a full teaching qualification, to join the Institute for Learning (IfL) and gain the status of Qualified Teacher Learning & Skills (QTLS), our DTLLS course could be just what you need.

The Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL)

Are you an ESOL teacher, or require a specialist teaching qualification for ESOL? The Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTEELLS) is a flexible programme that offers recognition of previous qualifications and full teacher training qualifications.

Our courses are endorsed by Lifelong Learning UK (LLUK) the sector skills council for teaching and training in post-compulsory education.

Lewisham College Teaching Assistants Programmes and Access to Higher Education

Lewisham College Teacher Assistants Programme

If you're a support worker in a primary school, or would like to become one, or if you'd like to become a primary or secondary school teacher, Lewisham College Teacher Assistants Programme offers a range of courses that will fit your needs now and in the future.

The Support Workers in Schools

This course provides an initial qualification, which can lead to a range of NVQs for teaching assistants and the Access to Higher Education (Education Studies).

Lewisham College Teacher Assistants Programme Area

Successful completion of the Access to Higher Education course will gain you entry to university and the opportunity to train as a primary or secondary school teacher, or to work in a wide range of education professions.

 

Kayann Davis - Access to Higher Education (Education Studies) OCNLR

150x150 Kayann DavisWhen I first came to Lewisham College, I liked it straight away, it was warm and welcoming, especially as someone coming from another country. The first course I took was Word Processing in 1998. I received a distinction for that course and it really boosted my confidence.

I won the LEA Award For Professionalism last year when I was studying the Teaching Assistant NVQ. After completing that course I progressed on to the next level, Access to Higher Education. Now I've applied to go to university to study teacher training. I feel like I'm progressing in steps, I can see where my grades are taking me - so Lewisham College has already helped me achieve my goals.

I want to be a role model for people who think they can't do it. I never used to think I'd be studying to go on to university; I'll be the first person in my family to do it. I want to be an encouragement to others.

Even though I'm an older student, I feel like I fit in. I feel part of Lewisham College, I feel safe and secure here I can really focus on my studies. If I had to study here for the next ten years I would.

Course Duration Quick Info  
CELTA incorporating PTLLS (September) 24 Weeks Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
CELTA incorporating PTLLS (January) 12 Weeks Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
CELTA (July - Intensive) 1 Month Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are 15 hours or more a week.
Classroom Assistant Training Introduction NCFE Level 1 with ESOL 24 Weeks Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Support Work in Schools SWiS Level 2 24 Weeks Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools NVQ Level 2 1 Year Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools NVQ Level 3 15 Months Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Access to Higher Education (Education Studies) OCNLR Level 3 1 Year Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are 15 hours or more a week.
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) City & Guilds Level 3/4 12 Weeks Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (London South Bank University) - incorporating PTLLS Level 4 36 Weeks Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (London South Bank University) - incorporating CTLLS Level 4 & 5 2 Years Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector Level 4/5 15 Months Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.
Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong Learning Sector (APL) Level 4/5 15 Months Course is for 19 year olds and over.Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.

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Course is for 16 to 18 year olds

Course is for 16 to 18 year olds

Course is for 19 year olds and over.

Course is for 19 year olds and over.

Course is for 21 year olds and over.

Course is for 21 year olds and over.

Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.

Course hours are less than 15 hours a week.

Course hours are 15 hours or more a week.

Course hours are 15 hours or more a week.

The course incurs full fees.

The course incurs full fees.