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Computing courses for teachers

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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We offer financial support to state-funded schools and colleges across England, including subsidies to support supply cover for continuing professional development.

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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 16 January 09:30—16 January 2024
Live remote training 25 January 09:30—25 January 2024
Live remote training 5 February 09:30—5 February 2024
Live remote training 27 February 09:30—27 February 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

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.

Rotherham 18 December 09:30—18 December 2023

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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

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.

York 12 December 09:30—12 December 2023
York 23 January 09:30—23 January 2024

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Computer networks Computer systems Safety & Security Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

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 5 December 09:30—5 December 2023
Live remote training 19 December 09:30—19 December 2023

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Programming Computing Post 16 Secondary 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.

York 16 January 09:30—16 January 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Secondary certificate

Assessment of primary computingCP007

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

Hull 8 December 09:30—8 December 2023
18 January 09:30—18 January 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary 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 23 January 15:45—23 January 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary certificate

Encouraging girls into GCSE computer science - remote - short courseCP440

Explore the big picture with the current gender imbalance in GCSE computer science between girls and boys. Be part of discussions around 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 7 December 16:00—7 December 2023
Live remote training 13 December 16:00—13 December 2023

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Secondary 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.

York 5 December 09:30—5 December 2023
York 27 February 09:30—27 February 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

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

Live remote training 4 December 13:00—4 December 2023

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Key stage 1 Primary certificate

Getting started in Year 4 - short courseCP465

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

Live remote training 12 January 09:00—12 January 2024
Live remote training 31 January 16:00—31 January 2024
Live remote training 19 February 16:00—19 February 2024
Live remote training 20 February 13:30—20 February 2024

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Key stage 2 Primary certificate

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.

27 June 09:30—27 June 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary certificate

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.

York 25 January 09:30—25 January 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary certificate

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.

Sheffield 30 November 14:00—30 November 2023
York 6 December 14:45—6 December 2023
Hull 11 December 14:45—11 December 2023
Rotherham 22 January 10:45—22 January 2024
Rotherham 22 February 14:45—22 February 2024

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Programming Key stage 2 Primary certificate

KS4 computing for all - face to faceCP207

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

York 11 December 09:30—11 December 2023

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Cross curricular Leadership Impact of technology Safety & Security Key stage 4 Secondary certificate

New subject leaders of secondary computing - remoteCP411

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

Live remote training 9 April 09:30—17 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 09:30—24 April 2024
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

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Leadership Key stage 4 Secondary certificate

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.

York 6 December 13:00—6 December 2023
Hull 11 December 13:00—11 December 2023
Rotherham 22 January 09:00—22 January 2024
Rotherham 22 February 13:00—22 February 2024

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Key stage 2 Primary certificate

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.

Rotherham 22 January 13:45—22 January 2024

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Key stage 3 Secondary certificate

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.

Rotherham 22 January 12:30—22 January 2024

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Key stage 4 Secondary certificate

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.

York 6 December 10:45—6 December 2023
Hull 11 December 10:45—11 December 2023
Rotherham 22 February 10:45—22 February 2024

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Programming Computing Key stage 1 Primary 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.

York 6 December 09:00—6 December 2023
Hull 11 December 09:00—11 December 2023
Rotherham 22 February 09:00—22 February 2024

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Data & information Key stage 2 Primary certificate

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 12 December 16:30—12 December 2023

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Design and technology Mathematics Key stage 3 Key stage 4

Primary computing for all - face to faceCP005

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.

Doncaster 5 December 09:30—5 December 2023

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary 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 5 March 09:30—5 March 2024
Live remote training 21 March 09:30—21 March 2024

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Design & Development Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

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

Develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language.

York 6 February 09:30—6 February 2024

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Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

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 7 February 09:30—7 February 2024
Live remote training 20 February 09:30—20 February 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Secondary certificate

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.

York 29 January 09:30—29 January 2024

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Key stage 4 Secondary certificate