The University of Plymouth works with several partner colleges across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset to successfully deliver the:
Certificate in Education (incorporating the Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills)) (for undergraduates)PGCE (incorporating the Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills)) (for postgraduates)
teacher training awards in the further education and skills sector.
These programmes have existed at the University in various iterations since 1984, beginning as a part-time programme for serving practitioners.
This programmes meet the national mandatory requirements and is subject to Ofsted inspections of Initial Teacher Education.
The programmes requires student teachers to be placed in a partner college for two days per week throughout the programme, giving them practical experience and support they need.
Whether you are a new or potential partner, more information can be found by selecting an option from the list below.
If you have any questions or would like to talk with the University further about partnerships in the further education and skills context, please do not hesitate to contact us at iteplacements@plymouth.ac.uk.
More information on Occupation Standards.