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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 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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 16 September 10:00—16 September 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 29 October 10:00—29 October 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 19 November 13:00—19 November 2024

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Programming Computing Post 16 Teach secondary 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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 13 September 10:00—13 September 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 7 October 10:00—7 October 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 5 December 10:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 16:00—18 December 2024

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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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 10 October 10:00—10 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 December 10:00—3 December 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Computing for specialist teachers of autistic studentsCP291

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

Ashton-under-Lyne 28 November 10:00—28 November 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

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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 11 September 10:00—11 September 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 5 December 10:00—5 December 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

Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

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

Live remote training 9 September 16:30—9 September 2024
Live remote training 25 September 13:00—25 September 2024

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Key stage 1 Teach primary computing 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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 23 October 10:00—23 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 13 December 10:00—13 December 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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 17 September 10:00—17 September 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing 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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 1 October 10:00—1 October 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 Teach primary computing certificate

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 2 October 16:30—2 October 2024
Live remote training 22 October 13:00—22 October 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

KS3 computing (module 1): Creative curriculum design principlesCP247

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

Ashton-under-Lyne 5 November 10:00—5 November 2024

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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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 26 September 10:00—26 September 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 24 October 10:00—24 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 22 November 10:00—22 November 2024

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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 10 December 10:00—10 December 2024

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Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Data & information Mathematics Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge 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 7 November 10:00—14 November 2024

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Leadership 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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 1 October 15:00—1 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 December 15:00—3 December 2024

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Physical Computing Kit 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.

Ashton-under-Lyne 24 October 15:00—24 October 2024

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Programming Physical Computing Kit Computing Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

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 10 September 09:30—10 September 2024
Live remote training 30 September 10:00—30 September 2024

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

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

Develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language.

Ashton-under-Lyne 15 October 10:00—15 October 2024

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Programming Key stage 3 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 8 October 10:00—8 October 2024
Live remote training 24 October 09:00—24 October 2024

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

Ashton-under-Lyne 12 November 10:00—12 November 2024

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Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate