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Discover our range of professional development courses, designed to help you teach computing. Courses cover key stages 1 to 4 and cater for all levels of knowledge.

Choose how and when you want to learn, through face to face, online, or live remote training.

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Adapted teaching and effective learning interventions in secondary computingCP448

Develop an evidence-informed approach to education recovery over a sustained period, securing the computing education of young people following a period of great disruption.

Live remote training 22 April 09:00—22 April 2024
Live remote training 13 May 16:30—24 May 2024
Live remote training 28 May 09:30—28 May 2024
Live remote training 18 June 09:30—18 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 09:30—24 June 2024
Live remote training 10 July 09:30—10 July 2024
Live remote training 25 July 09:30—25 July 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum for mixed-year classes - short courseCP404

Explore progression within Teach Computing Curriculum and how to use this to adapt it for your own mixed-age setting.

Live remote training 26 April 13:00—26 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 16:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 15:45—20 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:00—3 June 2024
Live remote training 6 June 16:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 16:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 11 July 16:30—11 July 2024
Live remote training 18 July 15:00—18 July 2024

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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AI in primary computingCP408

Explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be linked to aspects of the primary computing curriculum, supporting creativity, digital literacy, and the use of information technology.

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Algorithms and programming for OCR GCSE specification - residentialCP269

During this two day residential, you'll explore the fundamentals required for teaching algorithms and programming, aligned to the OCR 9-1 GCSE specification.

York 10 December 10:00—11 December 2024

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Programming Residential and Intensive Algorithms Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

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An Introduction to A Level Computer Science - residentialCP268

An introduction to A level computer science for those new to teaching the subject or who want to improve their subject knowledge.

York 17 July 10:00—18 July 2024
York 16 July 10:00—17 July 2025

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Programming Residential and Intensive Mathematics Key stage 4 Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

An Introduction to algorithms, programming and data in computer science - remoteCP428

Create some simple block-based computer programs and discover how to implement them in the text based language Python.

Live remote training 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 3 May 09:30—3 May 2024
Live remote training 8 May 15:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 14:00—12 June 2024
Live remote training 19 June 09:30—19 June 2024
Live remote training 26 June 09:30—26 June 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 15:30—11 July 2024
Live remote training 29 August 09:30—29 August 2024
Live remote training 11 February 09:30—11 February 2025

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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An introduction to algorithms, programming and data in GCSE computer science - face to faceCP228

Create some simple block-based computer programs and discover how to implement them in the text based language Python.

Luton 19 April 10:00—19 April 2024
Cambridge 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Warrington 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 7 May 10:00—7 May 2024
Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Orpington 15 May 09:15—15 May 2024
St Austell 23 May 09:15—23 May 2024
Loughborough 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Oxford 15 July 09:30—15 July 2024
St Albans 19 July 09:30—19 July 2024
Hatfield 1 August 09:00—1 August 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An Introduction to Computer Networking for TeachersCO214

Build your knowledge and understanding of computer networks as a computer science teacher.

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Computer networks Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An introduction to computer systems, networking and security in computer science - remoteCP438

Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers.

Live remote training 24 April 09:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 15 May 09:00—15 May 2024
Live remote training 29 May 09:00—29 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 09:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 12 June 09:00—12 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 09:00—3 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 09:00—16 July 2024
Live remote training 7 April 09:30—7 April 2025

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Computer networks Computer systems Safety & Security Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An introduction to computer systems, networking and security in GCSE computer science - face to faceCP238

Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers.

Stoke-on-Trent 30 April 09:15—30 April 2024
Warrington 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Nottingham 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Exeter 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
St Austell 24 June 09:00—24 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 27 June 10:00—27 June 2024
Manchester 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
St Albans 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
St Albans 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Bingley 1 July 09:30—1 July 2024
Birmingham 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Bicester 12 July 09:30—12 July 2024

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Computer networks Computer systems Safety & Security Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Assembly language in A Level computer scienceCP501

During this session you'll explore what assembly language is and how to utilise the Little Man Computer platform.

Live remote training 25 April 16:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 16:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 28 May 16:00—28 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 16:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 16:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 16:00—4 July 2024
Live remote training 25 July 16:00—25 July 2024

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Programming Computing Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short courseCP457

A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing

Leicester 18 April 10:30—18 April 2024
Leicester 18 April 14:30—18 April 2024
Live remote training 16 May 15:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 15:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 15:30—6 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:30—17 June 2024
Live remote training 2 July 15:45—2 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 15:30—11 July 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Assessment and progression in KS3 computingCP212

For Key Stage 3 computing teachers who are new or existing to the subject. This CPD covers the key formative and assessment strategies needed in key stage 3 and beyond, including strategies relating to programming.

Congleton 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 17 May 10:00—17 May 2024
Newbury 10 June 09:30—10 June 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing certificate

Assessment in secondary computing - short courseCP413

Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment, during this course you’ll explore formative and summative assessment strategies whilst understanding how to accurately assess.

Live remote training 29 April 17:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 17:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 8 May 17:00—8 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 17:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 26 June 17:00—26 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 16:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 16:00—11 July 2024
Live remote training 25 April 15:30—25 April 2025
Live remote training 9 June 16:15—9 June 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Assessment of primary computingCP007

Develop your confidence and knowledge in assessing computing across the primary age range.

London 19 April 09:30—19 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Chippenham 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Warrington 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Kidderminster 25 April 09:15—25 April 2024
Wembley 25 April 09:30—25 April 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 1 May 09:15—1 May 2024
Cheltenham 1 May 09:30—1 May 2024
Hastings 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 8 May 09:00—8 May 2024
Doncaster 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Nottingham 9 May 09:00—9 May 2024
Lincoln 10 May 09:30—10 May 2024
Huntingdon 17 May 10:00—17 May 2024
Bury St Edmunds 24 May 09:30—24 May 2024
Hatfield 28 May 09:30—28 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 June 09:30—3 June 2024
Leeds 3 June 09:30—3 June 2024
Wellington 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
Bristol 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Loughton 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Ipswich 6 June 09:30—6 June 2024
Derby 7 June 09:00—7 June 2024
South Shields 7 June 09:30—7 June 2024
Milton Keynes 10 June 09:00—10 June 2024
Bradford 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Stotfold 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Tadcaster 14 June 10:30—14 June 2024
Darlington 17 June 09:00—17 June 2024
Dudley 20 June 09:00—20 June 2024
London 20 June 09:15—20 June 2024
Ross-on-Wye 25 June 09:15—26 June 2024
Oxford 27 June 09:00—27 June 2024
Scarborough 4 July 09:30—4 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 16 July 09:30—16 July 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Behaviour for learning in a computing environment - short courseCP468

For secondary teachers who are new or existing to the subject. This CPD covers generic behavior for learning strategies, including managing own behaviours, rules routines, recognition reward and interventions and links them it back to their use in a computing environment.

Live remote training 18 April 16:00—18 April 2024
Live remote training 30 April 16:00—30 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 16:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 23 May 16:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 16:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 12 June 16:00—12 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 16:00—4 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 16:00—16 July 2024
Live remote training 24 April 15:30—24 April 2025
Live remote training 1 May 16:00—1 May 2025
Live remote training 28 May 15:30—28 May 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Boolean logic in A Level computer scienceCP503

During this course you'll explore how Boolean logic is a way of describing the circuits inside a computer.

Live remote training 18 April 15:30—18 April 2024
Live remote training 24 April 16:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 13 June 09:30—13 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 15:30—4 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 15:30—9 July 2024

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Data & information Programming Computing Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Bring computing to life using a context-based approach - residentialCP010

Explore strategies to bring contexts and careers into your computing curriculum including using the micro:bit for creative digital projects.

York 25 April 10:00—26 April 2024

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Residential and Intensive Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Careers and enrichment in primary computing with STEM Ambassadors - short courseCP441

Find out how career-linked learning and enrichment opportunities can provide motivation and broaden horizons for learners at primary school.

Live remote training 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 17:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:45—13 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:30—3 June 2024
Live remote training 4 June 16:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 10 June 15:30—10 June 2024
Live remote training 11 June 16:00—11 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 16:00—3 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 12:35—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 16:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 16:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 15 October 16:30—15 October 2024
Live remote training 24 October 15:00—24 October 2024
Live remote training 14 November 15:00—14 November 2024

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Cross curricular Leadership Careers Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Collaboration in KS3 programmingCP437

Engage students and build awareness of the collaborative nature of programming in the real world, through evidence-based teaching approaches.

Live remote training 20 April 09:00—20 April 2024
Live remote training 27 April 09:00—27 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 12:30—2 May 2024
Live remote training 25 May 10:00—25 May 2024
Live remote training 6 July 09:00—6 July 2024
Live remote training 6 July 10:00—6 July 2024
Live remote training 13 July 09:00—13 July 2024
Live remote training 20 September 09:30—20 September 2024
Live remote training 21 October 09:30—21 October 2024

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Leadership Careers Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing certificate

Computing for specialist teachers of autistic studentsCP291

Plan and teach an effective computing curriculum for students with autism in a specialist setting.

Ipswich 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 30 May 10:00—30 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 17 June 09:30—17 June 2024
Wirral 18 June 09:00—18 June 2024
Milton Keynes 27 June 09:30—27 June 2024

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Practical work Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach primary computing certificate Teach secondary computing certificate

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your primary school - short courseCP403

Find out how to use the Computing Quality Framework effectively to identify school needs and implement effective change to drive a high-quality computing education.

Live remote training 22 April 15:30—22 April 2024
Live remote training 22 April 19:00—22 April 2024
Live remote training 26 April 13:30—26 April 2024
Live remote training 30 April 15:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 15:30—2 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
Live remote training 15 May 09:15—15 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 14:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 18:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:45—17 June 2024
Live remote training 18 June 17:30—18 June 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—25 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 16:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 14:15—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 17:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 15:45—16 July 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your secondary school - short courseCP406

Find out how to use the Computing Quality Framework to support your secondary school needs to drive a high-quality computing education.

Live remote training 13 May 15:30—13 May 2024
Live remote training 17 May 10:30—17 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 15:45—4 June 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—25 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 15:45—27 June 2024
Live remote training 17 July 15:00—17 July 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in ComputingCO700

Explore ways to make your computing lessons more inclusive for learners with special educational needs and disabilities.

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Creative digital media projectsCP414

Lead students through the full digital media project life-cycle, in engaging projects suitable for KS3 and KS4 computing.

Live remote training 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 09:30—20 May 2024
Live remote training 7 June 09:00—7 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:30—20 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 09:30—1 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 15:30—17 July 2024

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Practical work Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Data Representation in Computing: Bring Data to LifeCO209

Learn how data is represented through media; audio, visual and text.

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Data & information Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Data structures in A Level computer scienceCP502

During this course you'll explore how various data structures are used to organise and store data.

Live remote training 20 April 10:00—20 April 2024
Live remote training 11 May 10:00—11 May 2024
Live remote training 1 June 10:00—1 June 2024
Live remote training 22 June 10:00—22 June 2024
Live remote training 6 July 10:00—6 July 2024

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Data & information Programming Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Data-driven IT projects in secondary computingCP485

Develop the required technical skills and teaching approaches for data-rich IT projects in computing.

Live remote training 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 4 May 10:00—4 May 2024
Live remote training 8 June 09:00—8 June 2024
Live remote training 15 June 09:00—15 June 2024
Live remote training 15 June 10:00—15 June 2024
Live remote training 27 September 09:30—27 September 2024
Live remote training 24 October 15:30—24 October 2024

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Practical work Data & information Mathematics Teach secondary computing certificate

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer SystemsCO218

Discover embedded system design and work your way through the product design lifecycle.

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Computer systems Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Developing and supporting programming within your primary school- face to faceCP003

Ensure progression in programming, using effective approaches within your school.

Shrewsbury 1 May 09:15—1 May 2024
York 1 May 09:30—1 May 2024
Bromsgrove 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Warrington 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Coventry 10 May 09:30—10 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 10 May 10:00—10 May 2024
23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Bradford 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Stotfold 7 June 09:00—7 June 2024
Milton Keynes 13 June 09:30—13 June 2024
Hatfield 17 June 09:30—17 June 2024
Chinnor 18 June 09:15—18 June 2024
Ipswich 18 June 09:30—18 June 2024
Bury St Edmunds 19 June 09:30—19 June 2024
Telford 20 June 09:15—20 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
St Albans 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
Wednesbury 25 June 09:00—25 June 2024
London 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Wellington 4 July 09:00—4 July 2024
Nottingham 4 July 09:00—4 July 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 9 July 09:00—9 July 2024

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Developing secondary leadership - residentialCP296

During this two day residential, you'll explore the characteristics of being a successful leader of computing.

York 4 June 10:00—5 June 2024
York 17 September 10:00—18 September 2024
York 28 July 10:00—29 July 2025

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Leadership Practical work Programming Residential and Intensive Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Developing the established primary computing leader - residentialCP013

During this two-day residential, you'll build on your leadership of computing, and find out support programming and context-based learning within your role.

York 17 June 10:00—18 June 2024
York 7 January 10:00—8 January 2025
York 16 June 10:00—17 June 2025

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Residential and Intensive Teach primary computing certificate

Diagnostic assessment for GCSE computer science - short courseCP412

Learn how to use quality-assured, free subject knowledge tests for diagnostic assessment of students of computer science GCSE.

Live remote training 13 May 15:30—13 May 2024
Live remote training 29 May 15:45—29 May 2024
Live remote training 10 June 15:45—10 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 15:30—20 June 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Encouraging girls into GCSE computer science - short courseCP440

Explore the big picture with the current gender imbalance in GCSE computer science between girls and boys. Forming part of the I Belong programme, you’ll explore reasons for this gap, including, lack of role models, unconscious bias, and a non-inclusive curriculum amongst others. Consider different strategies inside and outside of the classroom to support the narrowing of the gap before finally planning effective interventions in KS3 to improve the uptake in your own school.

Live remote training 23 April 14:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 10 May 16:00—10 May 2024
Live remote training 15 May 10:40—15 May 2024
Live remote training 24 May 13:00—24 May 2024
Live remote training 13 June 15:00—13 June 2024
Live remote training 12 July 16:00—12 July 2024
Live remote training 19 July 16:00—19 July 2024
Live remote training 1 October 15:30—1 October 2024
Live remote training 21 October 16:00—21 October 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Enriching secondary computing with STEM Ambassadors in your region - short courseCP446

Bring computing careers into the classroom with STEM Ambassadors - volunteers from the world of work.

Live remote training 23 April 14:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 30 May 15:30—30 May 2024
Live remote training 24 June 16:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:30—25 June 2024
Live remote training 6 July 10:00—6 July 2024

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Impact of technology Careers Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Essentials for teaching primary computing - residentialCP011

During this two day residential, you'll explore three strands of the computing curriculum (computer science, information technology and digital literacy) before taking a deeper dive into teaching programming.

York 15 July 10:00—16 July 2024
York 27 November 10:00—28 November 2024
York 1 May 10:00—2 May 2025

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Residential and Intensive Teach primary computing certificate

Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE - remoteCP426

For computer science teachers who are new or existing to the subject. This CPD covers the foundation subject knowledge required to teach the computing programme of study.

Live remote training 8 May 09:00—8 May 2024
Live remote training 14 May 09:30—14 May 2024
Live remote training 17 May 09:00—17 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 09:30—24 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 09:30—27 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 09:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 3 July 09:00—3 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 09:30—11 July 2024
Live remote training 27 August 09:30—27 August 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE (face to face)CP226

For computer science teachers who are new or existing to the subject. This CPD covers the foundation subject knowledge required to teach the computing programme of study.

Lancaster 23 April 09:15—23 April 2024
Cambridge 1 May 09:30—1 May 2024
Lincoln 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
St Austell 13 May 09:00—13 May 2024
Loughborough 24 May 09:00—24 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 28 May 09:30—28 May 2024
Darlington 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
St Albans 7 June 09:30—7 June 2024
Lincoln 13 June 09:30—13 June 2024
Loughborough 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Doncaster 19 June 10:30—19 June 2024
Exeter 20 June 09:30—20 June 2024
Warrington 20 June 09:30—20 June 2024
Birmingham 25 June 09:30—25 June 2024
Cambridge 26 June 09:30—26 June 2024
Bingley 12 July 09:30—12 July 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 15 July 09:15—15 July 2024
Hatfield 24 July 09:30—24 July 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Fundamentals of computer networks - remoteCP422

Learn how computers of all shapes and sizes are connected physically, or wirelessly, and how this arrangement affects how data is shared.

Live remote training 29 April 18:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 09:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 29 May 09:30—29 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 09:30—5 June 2024
Live remote training 13 June 09:30—13 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 09:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 09:00—10 July 2024

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Computer networks Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Get started with the Teach Computing Curriculum in your primary schoolCO040

Improve understanding of computing using the freely available Teach Computing Curriculum and understand how to use it to deliver computing in your primary school.

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Leadership Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

Explore how to teach computing in Year 1 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 18 April 16:00—30 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 16:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 14 May 16:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 16:00—13 June 2024
Live remote training 12 June 16:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 19 June 15:45—3 July 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—9 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 14:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 14:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 2 April 16:00—2 April 2025
Live remote training 24 April 15:00—24 April 2025
Live remote training 7 May 15:00—7 May 2025
Live remote training 13 May 15:30—15 May 2025
Live remote training 5 June 15:00—5 June 2025

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Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in year 2 - short courseCP466

Explore how to teach computing in Year 2 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 19 April 13:00—19 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 14:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 15:45—23 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 16:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 9 May 16:30—9 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 15:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 16:30—4 June 2024
Live remote training 19 June 15:45—3 July 2024
Live remote training 21 June 13:00—21 June 2024
Live remote training 28 June 13:00—28 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 15:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 16:30—9 July 2024
Live remote training 15 July 17:00—15 July 2024
Live remote training 12 September 15:00—12 September 2024
Live remote training 10 October 14:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 2 December 14:00—2 December 2024

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Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in year 3 - short courseCP459

Explore how to teach computing in Year 3 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 7 May 09:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 7 May 13:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 14 May 09:00—14 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 09:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Live remote training 12 June 11:00—12 June 2024
Live remote training 19 June 15:45—3 July 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—9 July 2024
Live remote training 1 July 09:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 13:00—9 July 2024

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Computing Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in Year 4 - short courseCP465

Explore how to teach computing in Year 4 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 18 April 13:00—18 April 2024
Live remote training 24 April 13:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 15:45—21 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 13:00—9 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 14:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 08:30—17 June 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—9 July 2024
Live remote training 26 June 16:00—26 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 09:15—8 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 15:30—17 July 2024
Live remote training 23 July 13:30—23 July 2024
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Live remote training 6 March 15:00—6 March 2025

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Getting started in year 5 - short courseCP460

A comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 5 using the Teach Computing Curriculum.

Live remote training 23 April 09:00—23 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 14:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 13:30—29 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
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Live remote training 20 May 14:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 21 May 09:00—21 May 2024
Live remote training 19 June 15:45—3 July 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—9 July 2024
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Live remote training 1 July 14:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 4 July 09:00—4 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 12:00—8 July 2024
Live remote training 7 October 13:00—7 October 2024
Live remote training 6 November 15:45—12 November 2024
Live remote training 12 December 12:30—12 December 2024

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Getting started in Year 6 - short courseCP467

Explore how to teach computing in Year 6 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 18 April 15:00—18 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 15:45—14 May 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:45—20 May 2024
Live remote training 23 May 16:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:00—3 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 16:00—27 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 15:45—8 July 2024
Live remote training 3 July 09:00—3 July 2024
Live remote training 3 July 13:00—3 July 2024
Live remote training 4 July 15:00—4 July 2024

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Getting started with Python programming - residentialCP298

Start your journey with Python programming, this two day residential will support you with learning the language, up to GCSE level.

York 2 July 10:00—3 July 2024
York 30 October 10:00—31 October 2024
York 20 February 10:00—21 February 2025

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Help! How do I lead primary computing? - residentialCP015

During this two day residential, you’ll gain essential skills and knowledge to lead computing in your school. Covering key areas such as your role as a subject leader, curriculum, assessment and supporting other staff, you will be equipped able to lead computing with confidence.

York 23 October 10:00—24 October 2024

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Higher attainment in computer science - meeting the challenges of the exams - remoteCP439

Explore how to improve attainment in Computer Science, look at how students should tackle exam questions and use key resources such as moderator reports, how retrieval and interleaving can be used and mapping progression from KS3 to KS4.

Live remote training 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Live remote training 15 May 15:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 15:30—12 June 2024
Live remote training 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 14:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 09:30—10 July 2024
Live remote training 14 January 09:30—14 January 2025
Live remote training 21 February 09:30—21 February 2025

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How Computers Work: Demystifying ComputationCO206

Explore the fundamentals of computing - computer architecture, binary logic, data processing, circuits, and more.

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How to utilise the Teach Computing Curriculum effectively (Key Stages 3 and 4)CO230

Create an inspiring and engaging computing curriculum for secondary school students, using freely available resources.

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Impact of Technology: How To Lead Classroom DiscussionsCO215

You will explore the ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental concerns surrounding computer science

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Implementing the Teach Computing Curriculum in your schoolCP255

This course aims to support teachers and subject leads in implementing the Teach Computing Curriculum in their own school.

Dartford 1 May 10:00—1 May 2024
Derby 9 May 09:00—9 May 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 20 May 09:00—20 May 2024
Lincoln 20 May 09:30—20 May 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 22 May 09:15—22 May 2024
Darlington 24 May 09:00—24 May 2024
Birmingham 6 June 09:00—6 June 2024
Sheffield 7 June 09:30—7 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Wolverhampton 12 June 09:00—12 June 2024
Leeds 12 June 09:30—12 June 2024
Dartford 14 June 10:00—24 June 2024
Stotfold 21 June 09:00—21 June 2024
London 21 June 10:30—21 June 2024
Wellington 25 June 09:15—25 June 2024
27 June 09:30—27 June 2024
Hatfield 3 July 13:30—3 July 2024
Sheffield 8 July 09:00—8 July 2024
12 July 10:30—12 July 2024

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Inclusive Computing in Primary SchoolsCP005

Computing is for every child, and the school curriculum must allow for all children to succeed. Computing subject leaders can make inclusive, effective curriculum implementation happen, leading to success for all.

Ashton-under-Lyne 8 May 10:00—8 May 2024
Bradford 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Northampton 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Coventry 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
Warrington 6 June 09:30—6 June 2024
Exeter 19 June 09:30—19 June 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 26 June 09:15—26 June 2024

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Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - face to faceCP229

Learn how to use programming techniques using VEX, Crumble or Micro:bits. Create simple block-based computer programs, discover how to create algorithms and how computers use data.

Ashton-under-Lyne 20 May 10:00—5 June 2024
Sutton 4 June 09:15—11 June 2024

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Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - remoteCP429

Learn how to use programming techniques using VEX, Crumble or Micro:bits. Create simple block-based computer programs, discover how to create algorithms and how computers use data.

Live remote training 25 April 09:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 09:30—10 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 09:30—5 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 19:00—9 July 2024
Live remote training 15 July 09:30—16 July 2024

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Introduction to Cybersecurity for TeachersCO216

Teachers will be introduced to the core ideas of cybersecurity that should be taught in the classroom.

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Introduction to databases and SQLCO225

On this course you’ll learn what databases are and why we use them, exploring how to use SQL to search and manipulate the data.

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Introduction to Encryption and CryptographyCO220

Discover the history of encryption and learn how it's used in the modern world

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Introduction to Isaac Computer Science - short courseCP552

This short course will introduce you to the Isaac computer science platform, you'll explore how the platform can be used by your GCSE and A Level students to improve their subject knowledge.

Live remote training 23 April 16:00—23 April 2024
Live remote training 24 April 16:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 14 May 16:00—14 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 16:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 11 June 16:00—11 June 2024
Live remote training 26 June 16:00—26 June 2024
Live remote training 2 July 16:00—2 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 16:00—9 July 2024

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Introduction to Machine Learning and AICO231

Discover the fundamentals of machine learning, how it works, and learn to train your own AI using free online tools.

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Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP004

For primary computing teachers who are new to the subject or its leadership. This CPD covers the whole computing curriculum at an introductory level, looking at computer science, programming, information technology and digital literacy.

Norwich 24 April 10:30—24 April 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 14 May 10:00—14 May 2024
Chippenham 20 May 09:30—20 May 2024
Warrington 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
York 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Bristol 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 12 June 09:15—12 June 2024
Bury St Edmunds 14 June 09:30—14 June 2024
Hartlepool 21 June 09:00—21 June 2024
Ipswich 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Doncaster 4 July 10:30—4 July 2024

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Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP454

For primary computing teachers who are new to the subject or its leadership. This CPD covers the whole computing curriculum at an introductory level, looking at computer science, programming, information technology and digital literacy.

Live remote training 19 April 09:30—19 April 2024
Live remote training 22 April 09:00—22 April 2024
Live remote training 26 April 09:00—26 April 2024
Leeds 30 April 09:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 16 May 09:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:45—1 July 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 09:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 09:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 09:00—11 July 2024

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Introduction to Programming with ScratchCO232

Learn how to use Scratch to design and make animations and games suitable for primary - age children.

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Introduction to the micro:bit in key stage 2 - short courseCP292

Explore physical computing using the micro: bit device; finding out how it can be used to develop understanding of programming through creative digital projects.

Chigwell 18 April 13:15—18 April 2024
Stockton-on-Tees 19 April 12:30—19 April 2024
Chorleywood 22 April 13:30—22 April 2024
Milton Keynes 22 April 14:00—22 April 2024
Hope Valley 22 April 15:30—22 April 2024
Sheffield 22 April 16:00—22 April 2024
St Ives 23 April 15:45—23 April 2024
Maidstone 24 April 16:00—24 April 2024
Warrington 25 April 15:45—25 April 2024
Orpington 29 April 16:00—29 April 2024
Cowes 30 April 15:00—30 April 2024
Hatfield 30 April 16:00—30 April 2024
Harrogate 30 April 17:30—30 April 2024
Bradford 7 May 15:30—7 May 2024
Bicester 13 May 15:30—13 May 2024
Warrington 14 May 11:00—14 May 2024
Leeds 14 May 14:45—14 May 2024
Amersham 14 May 16:00—14 May 2024
York 20 May 14:00—20 May 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 20 May 15:30—20 May 2024
Dartford 20 May 16:30—20 May 2024
Maidstone 21 May 16:00—21 May 2024
Bury St Edmunds 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Rotherham 22 May 15:30—22 May 2024
South Shields 22 May 16:00—22 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 23 May 13:00—23 May 2024
Lincoln 3 June 10:40—3 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 June 15:00—3 June 2024
Orpington 4 June 16:00—4 June 2024
Selby 4 June 16:45—4 June 2024
Chichester 5 June 15:30—5 June 2024
Derby 7 June 15:45—7 June 2024
Leeds 10 June 13:30—10 June 2024
Maidstone 10 June 16:00—10 June 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 12 June 15:45—12 June 2024
Barnsley 12 June 16:50—12 June 2024
Warrington 13 June 13:00—13 June 2024
Ipswich 18 June 16:00—18 June 2024
Bury St Edmunds 19 June 16:00—19 June 2024
Barnsley 19 June 16:30—19 June 2024
Thetford 25 June 16:30—25 June 2024
Maidstone 27 June 16:00—27 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 11:30—28 June 2024
Sheffield 8 July 15:45—8 July 2024
Dartford 8 July 16:30—8 July 2024
Birmingham 16 July 13:00—16 July 2024
Chinnor 16 July 13:30—16 July 2024

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Introduction to the Teach Computing Curriculum - short courseCP461

Find out about the Teach Computing Curriculum and how to implement it in your school.

Live remote training 25 April 16:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 30 April 16:00—30 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 16:00—7 May 2024
Leeds 14 May 12:45—14 May 2024
Live remote training 14 May 16:00—14 May 2024
Live remote training 20 June 16:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 16:00—27 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 16:00—8 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 16:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 1 August 16:00—1 August 2024
Live remote training 7 April 16:00—7 April 2025
Live remote training 3 July 15:00—3 July 2025

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Introduction to Web DevelopmentCO221

Discover web development and learn to build your own interactive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

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KS3 computing (module 1): Creative curriculum design principlesCP247

Start to design a computing curriculum that supports deep learning by all students throughout KS3.

Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 13 June 10:00—13 June 2024
London 18 June 09:30—18 June 2024
Darlington 28 June 09:00—28 June 2024
Exeter 3 July 09:30—3 July 2024

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KS3 computing (module 2): Creative curriculum content, sequencing and pedagogyCP248

Develop a knowledge-based curriculum for excellent in KS3, supported by the most effective teaching approaches.

Nottingham 2 May 09:15—2 May 2024
Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 18 June 10:00—18 June 2024
London 25 June 09:30—25 June 2024

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KS3 computing (module 3): Creative curriculum enrichment and inclusionCP249

Put computational thinking at the heart of an inclusive and equitable curriculum, and broaden the appeal of computing.

Lincoln 6 June 09:15—6 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 14 June 09:30—14 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 26 June 10:00—26 June 2024
London 2 July 09:30—2 July 2024
Nottingham 5 July 09:00—5 July 2024

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KS3 creative computing curriculum - residentialCP295

During this two day residential you'll deepen your understanding of what makes a successful KS3 curriculum.

York 11 June 10:00—12 June 2024
York 15 January 10:00—16 January 2025
York 29 May 10:00—30 May 2025

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KS4 computing for all - face to faceCP207

This action-oriented professional development course explores the options available to computing teachers in different school contexts

Warrington 25 April 09:30—25 April 2024
Milton Keynes 30 April 14:00—7 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 29 May 10:00—29 May 2024
Aylesbury 6 June 09:30—6 June 2024
Nottingham 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
London 19 June 09:15—19 June 2024
Cambridge 19 June 09:30—19 June 2024
Leicester 28 June 09:00—28 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 2 July 10:30—2 July 2024

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Leading and assessing primary computing - residentialCP016

Develop the skills and strategies required to successfully lead primary computing, with a focus on supporting staff and assessment.

York 11 December 10:00—12 December 2024

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Leading primary computing - module 1 - face to faceCP008

Essential knowledge for primary computing subject leaders. Improve your understanding of the role and the subject. Identify where your school is now and plan for improvements.

Wembley 18 April 09:30—18 April 2024
Bury St Edmunds 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Leeds 25 April 09:30—25 April 2024
Ipswich 26 April 09:30—26 April 2024
Lincoln 29 April 09:30—29 April 2024
York 29 April 09:30—29 April 2024
Wellington 30 April 09:00—30 April 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 8 May 09:15—8 May 2024
King's Lynn 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Orpington 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 14 May 09:30—14 May 2024
Wolverhampton 15 May 09:00—15 May 2024
Bradford 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Ross-on-Wye 22 May 09:15—22 May 2024
Maidstone 23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Doncaster 11 June 10:30—11 June 2024
Birmingham 13 June 09:00—13 June 2024
Derby 13 June 09:00—13 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 14 June 10:00—14 June 2024
Orton Southgate 14 June 10:00—14 June 2024
Sheffield 17 June 09:00—17 June 2024
Oldbury 19 June 09:00—19 June 2024
Wallasey 24 June 09:30—24 June 2024
Hatfield 25 June 09:30—25 June 2024
Thirsk 26 June 09:30—26 June 2024
Liverpool 28 June 09:15—28 June 2024
Bedford 28 June 10:00—28 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 1 July 09:00—1 July 2024
Doncaster 2 July 10:30—2 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 July 10:00—3 July 2024
London 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Newbury 9 July 09:30—9 July 2024
Liverpool 12 July 09:15—12 July 2024

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Leading primary computing - module 2 - remoteCP456

Lead computing in your school with confidence. Raise the profile of computing through resources, enrichment opportunities and staff development. Learn how to manage change in your subject.

Live remote training 13 May 09:00—13 May 2024
Live remote training 24 May 09:00—24 May 2024
Live remote training 12 June 09:30—12 June 2024
Live remote training 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 09:30—3 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 09:30—16 July 2024
Live remote training 15 January 09:30—15 January 2025
Live remote training 7 February 09:30—7 February 2025
Live remote training 10 March 09:30—10 March 2025

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Literacy via primary computing – building vocabulary and embedding literacy skillsCP407

Explore how to teach computing vocabulary effectively. Unpick the opportunities within the computing curriculum and computing lessons to build literacy skills.

Live remote training 19 April 09:30—19 April 2024
Live remote training 22 April 16:30—22 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 16:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 16 May 15:45—16 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 16:30—20 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:00—3 June 2024
Live remote training 14 June 15:30—14 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 15:30—24 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 17:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 5 December 16:00—5 December 2024

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Maths in computer science - remoteCP434

Mathematics is firmly embedded at the core of computer science, during this course you’ll explore the foundational topics at the heart of mathematics and computer science.

Live remote training 25 April 09:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 17:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 17:00—24 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 17:00—7 June 2024
Live remote training 10 June 17:00—13 June 2024
Live remote training 9 July 09:00—9 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 09:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 9 June 09:30—9 June 2025
Live remote training 1 July 09:30—1 July 2025

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New subject leaders of secondary computing - face to faceCP211

For new subject leaders of computing, or those looking to progress their career through curriculum leadership.

Stoke-on-Trent 10 June 09:15—25 June 2024
Nottingham 14 June 09:00—5 July 2024
Luton 27 June 10:30—27 June 2024
2 July 10:30—2 July 2024
4 July 10:30—4 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 11 July 10:00—22 July 2024
Hatfield 29 July 09:00—30 July 2024

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New subject leaders of secondary computing - remoteCP411

Develop the leadership skills and management practices to confidently coordinate an effective computing department.

Live remote training 7 May 09:30—13 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:30—24 May 2024
Live remote training 17 June 09:30—18 June 2024
Live remote training 25 June 09:30—26 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 18 July 09:30—19 July 2024
Live remote training 29 August 09:30—30 August 2024
Live remote training 1 April 15:30—15 April 2025
Live remote training 19 May 09:30—26 May 2025
Live remote training 15 July 15:30—29 July 2025

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New to computing – residentialCP280

New to computing? This CPD residential will introduce you to the computer science knowledge required up to GCSE level.

York 13 June 10:00—14 June 2024
York 29 July 10:00—30 July 2024
York 24 June 10:00—25 June 2025

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Object oriented programming (OOP) in A Level computer scienceCP506

During this course you'll learn how to use object-oriented programming, you'll explore varying programming techniques and develop your own working OOP solution.

Live remote training 27 April 10:00—27 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 09:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 18 May 10:00—18 May 2024
Live remote training 25 May 09:00—25 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Live remote training 8 June 10:00—8 June 2024
Live remote training 29 June 10:00—29 June 2024
Live remote training 2 July 09:00—2 July 2024
Live remote training 13 July 10:00—13 July 2024
Live remote training 20 July 09:00—20 July 2024

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Object-oriented Programming in Python: Create Your Own Adventure GameCO210

Learn object-oriented programming principles by creating your own text-based adventure game in Python.

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Online safety through primary computing - short courseCP469

This short course will support the needs of schools in ensuring that they keep children safe whilst teaching computing and using technology to access the full primary curriculum.

Live remote training 24 April 13:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 25 April 16:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 1 May 14:00—1 May 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:30—13 May 2024
Leicester 23 May 09:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 24 May 09:15—24 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 16:00—5 June 2024
Live remote training 6 June 15:45—6 June 2024
Live remote training 13 June 13:30—13 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 16:00—4 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:00—5 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 09:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 23 July 18:00—23 July 2024

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Pathfinding algorithms in A Level computer scienceCP504

During this course you'll explore how pathfinding algorithms can be used to find the shortest path between a set of points.

Live remote training 24 April 09:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 8 May 16:00—8 May 2024
Live remote training 29 May 16:00—29 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 16:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 16:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 2 July 16:00—2 July 2024
Live remote training 22 July 16:00—22 July 2024
Live remote training 22 October 15:45—22 October 2024
Live remote training 11 November 15:45—18 November 2024

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Physical computing kit - KS2 Crumble - short courseCP252

Explore physical computing using the Crumble device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

Stockton-on-Tees 19 April 10:30—19 April 2024
Bury St Edmunds 23 April 16:00—23 April 2024
Hatfield 24 April 16:00—24 April 2024
Warrington 25 April 15:45—25 April 2024
Horsham 25 April 15:45—25 April 2024
Banbury 29 April 15:45—29 April 2024
Bradford 7 May 13:30—7 May 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 8 May 15:30—8 May 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 8 May 15:45—8 May 2024
Warrington 14 May 09:30—14 May 2024
Cheltenham 17 May 16:00—17 May 2024
York 20 May 11:30—20 May 2024
Bicester 20 May 15:30—20 May 2024
Chippenham 21 May 16:00—21 May 2024
Maidstone 22 May 16:00—22 May 2024
Leicester 23 May 10:30—23 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 23 May 11:00—23 May 2024
Leicester 23 May 14:30—23 May 2024
Lincoln 3 June 09:00—3 June 2024
Eastbourne 4 June 17:00—4 June 2024
Dartford 6 June 16:30—6 June 2024
Live remote training 7 June 15:30—7 June 2024
Leeds 10 June 15:00—10 June 2024
Warrington 13 June 09:30—13 June 2024
Hartlepool 14 June 13:00—14 June 2024
Nottingham 4 July 16:00—4 July 2024
Derby 10 July 15:45—10 July 2024
Birmingham 16 July 15:00—16 July 2024

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Physical computing kit - KS3 micro:bit - short courseCP253

Explore physical computing using the micro:bit device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

Dartford 22 April 16:30—22 April 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 2 May 08:30—2 May 2024
Lancaster 22 May 15:45—22 May 2024
Dartford 17 June 16:30—17 June 2024
Warrington 18 June 09:30—18 June 2024
Milton Keynes 18 June 15:30—18 June 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 19 June 15:45—19 June 2024
Doncaster 19 June 17:00—19 June 2024
Gravesend 8 July 16:30—8 July 2024

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Physical computing kit - KS4 Raspberry Pi Pico - short courseCP254

Explore physical computing using the Raspberry Pi Pico device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

Dartford 29 April 16:30—29 April 2024
Lancaster 11 June 15:45—11 June 2024
Warrington 18 June 11:00—18 June 2024
Dartford 20 June 16:30—20 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 2 July 09:00—2 July 2024
Milton Keynes 2 July 15:30—2 July 2024

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Physical computing kits - KS1 BeeBotsCP256

Explore physical computing in Key Stage 1 using Bee-Bots and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

18 April 09:00—18 April 2024
Leicester 18 April 09:00—18 April 2024
Leicester 18 April 13:00—18 April 2024
Stockton-on-Tees 19 April 09:00—19 April 2024
Chorleywood 22 April 11:00—22 April 2024
Maidstone 2 May 16:00—2 May 2024
Bradford 7 May 11:00—7 May 2024
Dartford 7 May 16:30—7 May 2024
Hatfield 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
Warrington 14 May 09:00—14 May 2024
Exeter 21 May 16:00—21 May 2024
Bury St Edmunds 22 May 11:00—22 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Doncaster 24 May 13:30—24 May 2024
Lincoln 3 June 12:20—3 June 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 26 June 15:45—26 June 2024
Dartford 26 June 16:30—26 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 13:00—28 June 2024

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Programming Computing Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Physical computing kits - KS2 data loggersCP257

Explore physical computing, data and information in computing using data loggers and find out how Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage pupils.

London 18 April 10:00—18 April 2024
Bognor Regis 18 April 15:30—18 April 2024
Stockton-on-Tees 19 April 14:00—19 April 2024
Chorleywood 22 April 15:30—22 April 2024
Maidstone 30 April 16:00—30 April 2024
Bradford 7 May 09:00—7 May 2024
Dartford 13 May 16:30—13 May 2024
Warrington 14 May 11:00—14 May 2024
Hatfield 14 May 16:00—14 May 2024
Chertsey 17 May 15:30—17 May 2024
York 20 May 09:30—20 May 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 22 May 15:45—22 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 23 May 14:30—23 May 2024
Lincoln 3 June 14:00—3 June 2024
Eastbourne 6 June 17:00—6 June 2024
Warrington 13 June 11:00—13 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 10:30—28 June 2024
Dartford 1 July 16:30—1 July 2024

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Data & information Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Preparing for Ofsted in primary computing - short courseCP486

Find out what to expect from an Ofsted visit to your school and how you can prepare for it as a computing subject lead.

Live remote training 24 April 16:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 15:30—29 April 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:45—13 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 10:30—20 May 2024
Live remote training 14 June 13:00—14 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 15:45—27 June 2024
Live remote training 5 July 10:40—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 15:45—8 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 14:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 10 October 15:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 5 November 16:00—5 November 2024
Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Preparing for Ofsted in secondary computing - short courseCP444

Get yourself and your teaching team inspection-ready with this short course, exploring how to prepare for an Ofsted 'Deep Dive' in computing.

Live remote training 7 May 16:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 15:30—9 May 2024
Live remote training 17 June 16:00—17 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 15:30—24 June 2024
Live remote training 12 July 09:00—12 July 2024
Live remote training 18 April 16:00—18 April 2025
Live remote training 9 May 16:00—9 May 2025

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Preparing to take the CSA test - short courseCP350

This short course, delivered by an experienced Professional Development Leader will support you ahead of taking the CSA test. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and revise topics.

Live remote training 18 April 16:30—18 April 2024
Live remote training 25 April 16:30—25 April 2024
Live remote training 1 May 17:00—1 May 2024
Live remote training 13 May 16:30—13 May 2024
Live remote training 23 May 16:30—23 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 15:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 16:30—17 June 2024
Live remote training 11 July 16:00—11 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 16:30—16 July 2024
Live remote training 23 October 15:45—23 October 2024

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Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207

During this course you'll explore the basics of Python, you’ll learn to code your first program.

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Programming 102: Think like a Computer ScientistCO208

During this course you'll take your Python skills further by exploring algorithms and list structures.

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Programming 103: Saving and Structuring DataCO219

Learn how to save and structure data in external files, and import files back into your Python programs.

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Programming Pedagogy in Secondary Schools: Inspiring Computing TeachingCO222

Examine a range of pedagogical approaches suitable for teaching computing in Key Stage 3

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Programming with GUIsCO217

Discover how to build your own Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Python and guizero.

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Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration - remoteCP423

Learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration you’ll begin to understand how programs are constructed to perform a multitude of simple and more complex tasks.

Live remote training 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 09:00—9 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 09:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 12 June 09:00—12 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 09:10—4 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024

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Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration for AQA specificationCP423B

Linked to the AQA 8525 specification, learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration you’ll begin to understand how programs are constructed to perform a multitude of simple and more complex tasks.

Live remote training 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 09:30—7 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 15:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 10:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 15:30—10 July 2024
Live remote training 22 July 09:30—22 July 2024
Live remote training 14 February 09:30—14 February 2025

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Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration for OCR specificationCP423A

Linked to the OCR J277 specification, learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration you’ll begin to understand how programs are constructed to perform a multitude of simple and more complex tasks.

Live remote training 19 April 09:00—19 April 2024
Live remote training 25 April 09:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Live remote training 23 May 09:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Live remote training 28 June 09:00—28 June 2024
Live remote training 10 July 09:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 18 July 09:00—18 July 2024
Live remote training 17 April 09:30—17 April 2025

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Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration for Pearson specificationCP423C

Linked to the Pearson 9-1 GCSE specification, learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration you’ll begin to understand how programs are constructed to perform a multitude of simple and more complex tasks.

Live remote training 4 May 10:00—4 May 2024
Live remote training 11 May 09:00—11 May 2024
Live remote training 18 May 09:00—18 May 2024
Live remote training 25 May 10:00—25 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 09:30—5 June 2024
Live remote training 15 June 10:00—15 June 2024
Live remote training 6 July 10:00—6 July 2024
Live remote training 21 October 09:30—21 October 2024

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Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration - face to faceCP223

Develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language.

Lancaster 30 April 09:15—30 April 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 2 May 10:00—2 May 2024
Warrington 7 May 09:30—7 May 2024
Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Sutton 5 June 09:15—5 June 2024
Darlington 13 June 09:00—13 June 2024
Nottingham 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
St Austell 17 June 09:15—17 June 2024
Doncaster 20 June 10:30—20 June 2024
Cambridge 3 July 09:30—3 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 9 July 10:00—9 July 2024
11 July 10:30—11 July 2024
St Albans 12 July 09:30—12 July 2024
St Albans 12 July 09:30—12 July 2024
Bingley 16 July 09:30—16 July 2024
Hatfield 31 July 09:00—31 July 2024

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Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Python programming: advanced subject knowledge, implementation and testing - remoteCP463

Develop your Python programming skills by exploring advanced programming techniques then implementing and testing these in a working solution.

Live remote training 22 April 17:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 09:30—7 May 2024
Live remote training 28 May 09:30—28 May 2024
Live remote training 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:30—20 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 16:00—12 July 2024
Live remote training 25 July 09:15—25 July 2024

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Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Python programming: analysis, design and evaluation - remoteCP464

Develop your Python programming skills by exploring the analysis, design and evaluation stages of the software development life cycle.

Live remote training 24 April 09:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 9 May 09:15—9 May 2024
Live remote training 23 May 09:15—23 May 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Python programming: working with data - remoteCP433

In this course you’ll learn about data types, and how data structures are manipulated in Python programs.

Live remote training 3 May 09:00—3 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 09:30—6 June 2024
Live remote training 7 June 09:10—7 June 2024

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Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode - remoteCP420

Improve your knowledge of algorithms to the level appropriate for GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.

Live remote training 3 May 09:00—3 May 2024
Live remote training 15 May 13:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 10 June 11:30—17 June 2024
Live remote training 21 June 09:00—21 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 13:00—11 July 2024
Live remote training 26 July 09:30—26 July 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode for AQA specificationCP420B

Improve your knowledge of algorithms whilst referencing the current AQA GCSE computer science specification. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.

Live remote training 19 April 09:00—19 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 16:30—9 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 16:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 13 June 09:15—13 June 2024
Live remote training 18 June 16:30—20 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 09:00—8 July 2024
Live remote training 19 July 09:00—19 July 2024

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Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode for OCR specificationCP420A

Improve your knowledge of algorithms whilst referencing the current OCR GCSE computer science specification. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.

Live remote training 22 April 13:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Live remote training 17 May 09:00—17 May 2024
Live remote training 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:30—20 June 2024
Live remote training 25 July 09:30—25 July 2024

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Data & information Algorithms Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An understanding of algorithms is fundamental to success in GCSE computer science this course will teach you how algorithms manipulate data to achieve desired aims.

Live remote training 25 April 09:30—25 April 2024
Live remote training 17 May 09:30—17 May 2024
Live remote training 23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 09:30—5 June 2024
Live remote training 12 June 09:30—12 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 09:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 09:30—1 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 09:30—9 July 2024

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Solving computational problems in KS3 computingCP436

Build the capability of students to solve problems in computing, and be ready for GCSE Computer Science

Live remote training 23 April 15:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 26 April 09:30—26 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 10:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 10:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 7 June 09:30—7 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 09:30—17 June 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 18 July 09:30—18 July 2024
Live remote training 19 February 15:30—19 February 2025
Live remote training 10 March 09:30—10 March 2025

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Supporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3CP478

Explore how to improve attainment in Computer Science for students working towards grades 1 - 3.

Live remote training 22 April 15:30—29 April 2024
Live remote training 8 May 14:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 15 May 09:30—15 May 2024
Live remote training 30 May 09:30—30 May 2024
Live remote training 14 June 09:30—14 June 2024
Live remote training 18 June 15:30—19 June 2024
Live remote training 9 July 10:00—9 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 10:00—9 July 2024
Live remote training 19 July 09:30—19 July 2024
Live remote training 3 January 09:30—3 January 2025

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Supporting student attainment in GCSE computer science - residentialCP284

Explore strategies to support students with GCSE computer science subject knowledge during this two-day residential.

York 20 August 10:00—21 August 2024
York 31 March 10:00—1 April 2025

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Systems architecture in A Level computer scienceCP505

During this course you'll explore the structure of the internal components of a computer system. In addition you'll explore the von Neumann architecture and fetch-execute cycle.

Live remote training 25 April 15:30—25 April 2024
Live remote training 8 May 13:00—8 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 08:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 28 May 16:00—28 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 09:30—5 June 2024
Live remote training 10 June 14:00—10 June 2024
Live remote training 20 June 15:30—20 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 14:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 09:30—11 July 2024
Live remote training 23 July 13:00—23 July 2024

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Computer systems Data & information Computing Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Teaching an inclusive context rich primary computing curriculum – residentialCP012

During this two day residential, you'll explore ways to bring your computing curriculum to life through cross-curricular approaches and how to ensure that your computing curriculum is inclusive and effective, allowing all children to succeed.

York 4 June 10:00—5 June 2024
York 25 February 10:00—26 February 2025

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Residential and Intensive Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching Computing Systems and Networks to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO042

Improve your subject knowledge and develop your teaching to help young children understand the computing systems and networks around them.

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Teaching GCSE computer science - residentialCP297

During this two day residential you'll get to grips with effective strategies for teaching GCSE computer science.

York 15 July 10:00—16 July 2024
York 7 October 10:00—8 October 2024

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Teaching GCSE computer science developing knowledge and understanding - face to faceCP241

During this CPD you'll explore effective teaching strategies to build student knowledge for long-term recall, leading to confidence in assessments.

Stoke-on-Trent 24 April 09:15—24 April 2024
Nottingham 10 May 09:00—10 May 2024
Lincoln 16 May 09:30—16 May 2024
St Austell 10 June 09:15—10 June 2024
Exeter 12 June 09:30—12 June 2024
Nottingham 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Bingley 25 June 09:30—25 June 2024
Exeter 10 July 09:30—10 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 10 July 10:00—10 July 2024
Manchester 11 July 09:30—11 July 2024

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Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Teaching GCSE computer science pedagogy for programming - face to faceCP242

Building on your prior subject knowledge of programming, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers.

Lancaster 14 May 09:15—14 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Lincoln 23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Warrington 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Nottingham 5 July 09:00—5 July 2024
St Austell 15 July 09:15—15 July 2024
Totnes 23 July 09:30—23 July 2024
Hatfield 2 August 09:00—2 August 2024

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Programming Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Teaching GCSE computer science: improving student engagement - remoteCP447

Improve student engagement in your GCSE computer science lessons by developing your classroom pedagogy.

Live remote training 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 26 April 09:00—26 April 2024
Live remote training 17 May 09:30—17 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 13:00—12 June 2024
Live remote training 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 09:30—1 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 09:30—9 July 2024

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Impact of technology Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Teaching key stage 1 computing - residentialCP001

Develop your confidence to teach the whole key stage 1 computing curriculum successfully.

York 26 March 10:00—27 March 2025

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Teaching key stage 2 computing - residentialCP002

Develop your confidence to teach the whole Key Stage 2 computing curriculum successfully.

York 18 February 10:00—19 February 2025

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Teaching primary computing through contexts - residentialCP405

Explore ways to introduce contexts relating to cross-curricular topics, everyday life, and the wider world. These strategies will enable pupils to understand the practical applications of computing and explore career opportunities in an informal way.

York 24 May 09:30—24 May 2024

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Teaching Programming to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO041

Build your subject knowledge and develop your skills in teaching programming.

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Teaching programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr - remoteCP455

Learn essential subject knowledge to become a skilled teacher of primary programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr. Create and debug your own programmes, using key concepts such as sequence, repetition, selection and variables.

Live remote training 18 April 09:00—18 April 2024
Live remote training 24 April 09:00—24 April 2024
Warrington 30 April 09:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 1 May 15:45—22 May 2024
Live remote training 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 09:30—3 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:30—25 June 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 09:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 21 January 09:30—21 January 2025
Live remote training 27 March 09:30—27 March 2025

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The internet and cyber security - remoteCP432

Build on knowledge of local computer networks to cover the globally connected systems forming the internet.

Live remote training 26 April 09:30—26 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 09:30—29 April 2024
Live remote training 11 June 09:00—11 June 2024
Live remote training 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 09:00—4 July 2024
Live remote training 15 July 09:15—15 July 2024
Live remote training 2 October 09:00—2 October 2024
Live remote training 17 October 09:00—17 October 2024
Live remote training 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Live remote training 27 November 09:00—27 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 09:00—6 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 09:00—10 December 2024

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Computer networks Safety & Security Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Understanding Computer SystemsCO212

Understand how the components of a computer system interact with each other on this online course for computing teachers.

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Understanding Maths and Logic in Computer ScienceCO213

Improve your understanding and ability to teach maths and logic in computing while building elements of an escape room.

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Using micro:bits to collect data in school surveysCP014

Explore how to use the micro:bit device to collect data through surveys which can be carried out in your school

Bradford 20 May 13:30—20 May 2024
Northampton 23 May 15:30—23 May 2024
Leeds 12 June 15:30—12 June 2024
Sheffield 17 June 15:45—17 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 10:30—28 June 2024

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Computing Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Supporting the 'I Belong' ProgrammeFD022

A Specialist PDLP Module that will enable you to deliver the the flagship ‘I belong' course: Encouraging Girls into GCSE Computer Science. On completion of this course you will also become an 'I Belong Champion’ You will not be able to deliver the Encouraging Girls course without this specialist module.

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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Key stage 3 Key stage 4

CPD Implementation: Assessment & QualificationsCZ108D

18 June 15:30—18 June 2024
12 November 15:30—12 November 2024

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CPD Implementation: Collaboration, Cross Curriculum and EnrichmentCZ109D

24 April 15:30—24 April 2024
23 January 15:30—23 January 2025

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CPD Implementation: Creating Media and Design & DevelopmentCZ104D

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CPD Implementation: EDI and SENDCZ110D

25 June 15:30—25 June 2024
20 November 15:30—20 November 2024

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CPD Implementation: Networks, Safety & SecurityCZ102D

Live remote training 9 May 15:30—9 May 2024
Live remote training 9 October 15:30—9 October 2024

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CPD Implementation: Primary Algorithms and Algorithmic thinkingCZ107D

1 May 15:30—1 May 2024
10 December 15:30—10 December 2024

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CPD Implementation: Primary Computing Systems and Data & InformationCZ114D

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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CPD Implementation: Primary Curriculum DesignCZ111D

25 September 15:30—25 September 2024
17 October 15:30—17 October 2024

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CPD Implementation: Primary LeadershipCZ113D

16 July 15:30—16 July 2024
12 December 15:30—12 December 2024

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CPD Implementation: Primary ProgrammingCZ103D

12 June 15:30—12 June 2024
5 November 15:30—5 November 2024

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CPD Implementation: Secondary Algorithms and Algorithmic thinkingCZ100D

10 September 15:30—10 September 2024
3 October 15:30—3 October 2024
14 January 15:30—14 January 2025

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CPD Implementation: Secondary Computing Systems and Data & InformationCZ101D

3 July 15:30—3 July 2024
5 December 15:30—5 December 2024

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CPD Implementation: Secondary Curriculum DesignCZ105D

14 May 15:30—14 May 2024
29 January 15:30—29 January 2025

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CPD Implementation: Secondary LeadershipCZ112D

19 September 15:30—19 September 2024

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CPD Implementation: Secondary ProgrammingCZ106D

11 July 15:30—11 July 2024

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