PGCE with QTS Primary (3-7) (School-based) (X122) in Bristol United Kingdom | University of the West of England

Pursue our online PGCE Early Years program to obtain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) while enhancing your ability to educate children aged three to seven in school environments, complemented by digital learning. Our school-based PGCE programs allow graduates to train and qualify as educators while continuing their studies. You'll gain hands-on experience in a school setting while completing your university-led coursework online. The program offers flexible options, with full-time completion in one year or part-time over two years. As part of the curriculum, you'll earn 60 master's-level academic credits that can be applied toward a full master's degree. Why choose UWE Bristol's online PGCE Early Years program? UWE Bristol is dedicated to preparing exceptional future educators who can deliver outstanding learning experiences and profoundly impact young lives. We'll prepare you through collaborative training with your school or educational institution. Education offers a dynamic, fulfilling career with immense job satisfaction. It's both an honor and a serious responsibility to guide and influence children's development. Every child deserves access to passionate, specialized instructors. To enroll, you must secure or currently hold a position in a school or approved educational setting. This ensures you can complete the Department for Education (DfE)-mandated teaching practice, which requires UWE Bristol approval prior to starting. Your practical training will include experience in an alternative UK educational environment, providing diverse teaching exposure. Participating schools must support your active involvement and progress throughout the program. Since early education plays a vital role in childhood development, this career path lets you create meaningful, lasting impacts on your students' lives.