CertEd (PCE) Further Education and Lifelong Learning at University of Wolverhampton

Programme overview

The CertEd (PCE) Further Education and Lifelong Learning is a part-time teaching qualification for in-service teachers in the lifelong learning sector, delivered through partner colleges. It combines in-person sessions with online learning.

Faculty: School of Education and Psychology | Duration: 2 years part-time (maximum 6 years part-time) | Intake: 14 September 2026, 13 September 2027 | Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course builds foundations in teaching, learning and assessment, positive behaviour and inclusive practice, then moves to curriculum design, critical pedagogy and practitioner research. Students develop academic and digital skills, including the ethical use of educational technologies, AI tools and data.

Career pathways

Teaching in sixth form colleges, Further Education colleges, adult and community learning, prisons and independent training providers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should be in-service teachers employed within the Lifelong Learning Sector who can evidence at least 150 hours of teaching practice over the award. Applicants should hold an appropriate qualification of at least NQF Level 3 in the subject they teach; where it is not subject-specific (except Maths, English and/or ESOL teachers), they need an employer reference and evidence of recent (within three years) relevant vocational or curriculum experience at Level 3 or equivalent. Applicants with extensive relevant work experience may be considered where no Level 3 qualification exists. Level 2 qualifications required: GCSE English grade C/4 or higher (or L2 English) and GCSE Maths grade C/4 or higher (or L2 Maths).

Intake: 14 September 2026, 13 September 2027

Duration: 2 years part-time (maximum 6 years part-time)

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