There are two levels of accreditation for this programme:

Certified Professional Practitioner

To become a certified trainer, participants will need to:

1. Deliver a 15-minute session to fellow participants on the programme, applying core teaching theory from the course by:

• setting an aim and objectives
• delivering an engaging session relating to an area of expertise
• confirming the aim and objectives have been met

2. Write a 250-400 word reflective statement, identifying and discussing how they will apply the key concepts, techniques and theories into their professional practice. The reflective statement needs to demonstrate a clear understanding of concepts and application of learning.

The Postgraduate Certificate

The certificate is validated by University of Chester and those who successfully complete the programme will be eligible for a University of Chester award.

The assignments

You will be required to complete three work-based assignments of 4,000-5,000 words. They will be work-based (applied to the participant’s individual workplace practice) and submitted as part of a critically-reflective portfolio. Illustrative examples include an essay, report, oral assessment, portfolio – or a combination – as individually negotiated between student and tutor.

The assessments will be submitted on the following themes, or on a more specific subject for yourself (to be agreed with your designated tutor):

• Assignment 1: Educational theory. Demonstrate an understanding of the educational theory that underpins professional education and training delivery.
• Assignment 2: Professional practice. Provide a portfolio of lesson plans and reflections on 20 hours of teaching.
• Assignment 3: Action research paper. Research, apply, and reflect on the application of a current innovation in adult education.

This will be discussed in more detail throughout the programme.

Support and guidance

Students are provided with:

• Guidance from an experienced academic assessor
• Literature available through the University of Chester e-library
• A partner-specific Moodle page which is populated with course information, video content and useful resources
• Regular group workshops pertaining to various study skills