PgCert Clinical Education (Online) at Teesside University

Programme overview

A postgraduate certificate for registered healthcare professionals who are involved or looking to work in teaching, training and supporting the learning of others in health and social care settings or higher education. It develops educator skills in the workplace and provides a flexible professional development pathway.

Department: Nursing & Health | Duration: 1 year part-time, 100% online | Intake: September | Study mode: online | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Two core modules: Assessment and Evaluation in Clinical Practice (supervision models, coaching, mentorship and academic assessment) and Learning and Teaching in Clinical Practice (educational theory and online learning and teaching strategies). Study is fully online with discussion boards, quizzes, podcasts and videos, assessed by recorded presentations, academic posters and journal articles.

Career pathways

Roles could include clinical or practice educator, university lecturer, simulation educator, clinical skills trainer or professional development lead, as well as curriculum development, educational supervision, mentoring or coordinating interprofessional learning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BA (Hons) degree in a health-related subject or equivalent; current employment with access to learners in a healthcare practice or higher education setting, evidenced by an employer reference; a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (the employing organisation is responsible). English language: IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0 within the last 2 years or equivalent, or an employer reference evidencing one year of practice in a majority English-speaking country within the last 2 years. Applicants need a suitable electronic device, camera and microphone, and a standard home internet connection. Open to UK, EU and international applicants, but applications cannot be accepted from international students requiring a student visa.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,565 for the whole programme (2026/27). Part-time; GBP 855 for each 20 credits Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year part-time, 100% online

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