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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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 10 July 09:30—10 July 2024

Live remote training 25 July 09:30—25 July 2024

Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing 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

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

Assessment of primary computingCP007

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

Stoke-on-Trent 8 May 09:00—8 May 2024

Derby 7 June 09:00—7 June 2024

Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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

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

Telford 20 June 09:15—20 June 2024

Stoke-on-Trent 9 July 09:00—9 July 2024

Leadership Algorithmic thinking Programming Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing 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.

Stoke-on-Trent 15 July 09:15—15 July 2024

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 16 May 09:30—16 May 2024

Live remote training 29 May 09:30—29 May 2024

Computer networks Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge 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.

Derby 9 May 09:00—9 May 2024

Stoke-on-Trent 20 May 09:00—20 May 2024

Sheffield 8 July 09:00—8 July 2024

Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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

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

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 15 May 16:00—15 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

Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Design and technology Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

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 10 July 09:00—10 July 2024

Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing 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.

Stoke-on-Trent 20 May 15:30—20 May 2024

Derby 7 June 15:45—7 June 2024

Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 11:30—28 June 2024

Sheffield 8 July 15:45—8 July 2024

Programming Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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.

Stoke-on-Trent 14 June 09:30—14 June 2024

Leadership Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing certificate

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.

Derby 13 June 09:00—13 June 2024

Sheffield 17 June 09:00—17 June 2024

Stoke-on-Trent 1 July 09:00—1 July 2024

Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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

Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing 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.

Stoke-on-Trent 8 May 15:30—8 May 2024

Derby 10 July 15:45—10 July 2024

Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Key stage 2 Teach primary computing 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.

Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 13:00—28 June 2024

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.

Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 10:30—28 June 2024

Data & information Key stage 2 Teach primary computing 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 7 May 09:30—7 May 2024

Live remote training 28 May 09:30—28 May 2024

Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Search and sort algorithms - remoteCP430

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 5 June 09:30—5 June 2024

Live remote training 24 June 09:00—24 June 2024

Algorithmic thinking Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

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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

Sheffield 17 June 15:45—17 June 2024

Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 10:30—28 June 2024

Computing Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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

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Assessment of primary computingCP007

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

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

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Fundamentals of computer networks - remoteCP422

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Implementing the Teach Computing Curriculum in your schoolCP255

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

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Introduction to Isaac Computer Science - short courseCP552

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Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP454

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

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

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Leading primary computing - module 1 - face to faceCP008

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New subject leaders of secondary computing - face to faceCP211

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Physical computing kit - KS2 Crumble - short courseCP252

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Physical computing kits - KS1 BeeBotsCP256

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Physical computing kits - KS2 data loggersCP257

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

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Search and sort algorithms - remoteCP430

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Using micro:bits to collect data in school surveysCP014

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