We all remember our favourite teacher as someone who had a major impact on our lives. That’s why there are few careers more rewarding than teaching.
If you have the creativity and dedication to inspire young people, we have the expertise, connections and qualifications to shape you into an incredible teacher through a PGCE.
Read on to see just some of the reasons you should consider training to teach, and how a PGCE from Edge Hill can help you stand out from the crowd.
Why train to teach?
Aside from being an integral part of a young person’s development and enjoying a rewarding career, there’s plenty of reasons why you should train to teach.
Why study a PGCE at Edge Hill?
Edge Hill began life as a teacher training college for women in 1885. Having trained teachers for almost 140 years, we’ve earned an amazing reputation within the sector and have most recently been graded Ofsted Outstanding.
Fast forward to today, Edge Hill’s Ormskirk campus is home to two Faculty of Education buildings which have all the facilities you need to learn and develop. We also have a dedicated forest school so you can learn how to engage students with outdoor play.
Here’s just a few reasons you should study a PGCE with Edge Hill.
We’re Ofsted Outstanding
We’re proud to be one of the first universities to be rated outstanding across all three initial teacher training age phases. The glowing report stated that “trainees at Edge Hill flourish” and reflects the commitment of Edge Hill – the largest Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provider in the North West – to deliver the highest quality education and support for its trainee teachers.
Benefit from our leading industry connections
Since our beginnings in 1885, we have developed relationships with over 2,000 partner schools, colleges and other settings.
These partnerships allow us to provide top-class opportunities for our students, as these partners trust us to create excellent teachers. Professional practice is an essential element of any PGCE, giving you an excellent experience throughout your training.
Not all our partners are traditional schools either. You can experience education in SEN schools, hospital schools and forest schools, so you’ll be ready for anything by the time you graduate.
Choose your specialism
As one of the largest providers of professional qualifications for teachers, many PGCE students return to specialise in areas including dyslexia and dyscalculia.
We offer a range of PGCE courses, with specialisms in a range of subjects such as Maths, English, Science and more. If you have an idea on your specialism but don’t have a degree in that subject, don’t worry – we also offer Subject Knowledge Enhancement course free of charge to get you up to speed.
Enhance your career prospects
Teaching is a highly transferable skill. It is well respected and has great employability and progression pathways.
Studying a PGCE can help you with all aspects of teaching. From teaching practices to research and theory, you will cover and understand it all so you could start as a teacher and become a Head of Department or Headteacher. The choice is yours.
What’s needed to apply for a PGCE?
All applications for PGCE courses go through GOV.UK and you’ll need to prepare some key information to ensure your application is accurate and stands out from the crowd.
This includes:
- Proof of your degree equivalent to UK first-class or second-class honours (2:2 or above)
- Proof of your GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification)
- Personal details and contact information
- References
- Personal statement
- Work experience details
- Details of adjustments needed
You’ll also need to apply for DBS and medical clearance as soon as possible, so you can start in a school on placement right away and not miss a second of the experience.
To find out more about the PGCEs available at Edge Hill, visit our website or contact our Couse Enquiries team on [email protected] or call on 01695 575171.
August 21, 2024
