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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.

Nottingham 28 November 09:00—28 November 2024

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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.

Leicester 27 September 09:00—27 September 2024
Live remote training 18 October 09:00—18 October 2024
Mansfield 22 November 09:00—22 November 2024

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Leadership 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 5 September 09:00—5 September 2024
Live remote training 10 October 09:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024

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Leadership Careers Key stage 3 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 12 December 09:00—12 December 2024

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Practical work Data & information Mathematics Teach secondary computing certificate

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

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

Leicester 13 September 09:00—13 September 2024
Nottingham 29 November 09:00—29 November 2024
Nottingham 17 January 09:00—17 January 2025

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

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Empowering trainee teachers: Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP017

A comprehensive introduction to primary computing for trainees. Exploring easy to use resources, lesson planning, hands-on experience and classroom management in computing lessons.

Leicester 8 November 09:00—10 January 2025
Leicester 8 November 13:00—10 January 2025
Nottingham 6 December 13:00—28 March 2025

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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Empowering trainee teachers: Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP417

A comprehensive introduction to primary computing. Exploring easy to use resources, lesson planning, hands-on experience of computing activities and classroom management in computing lessons.

Live remote training 20 September 09:00—20 September 2024
Live remote training 1 November 09:00—1 November 2024
Live remote training 17 December 09:00—17 December 2024

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary 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 5 December 13:00—5 December 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 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.

Leicester 26 September 09:00—26 September 2024
Nottingham 27 November 09:00—27 November 2024
Nottingham 3 July 09:00—3 July 2025

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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 2 - short courseCP466

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

Live remote training 15 November 09:00—15 November 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.

Leicester 11 July 09:00—11 July 2025

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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.

Coalville 6 September 09:00—6 September 2024
Nottingham 4 October 09:00—4 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 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.

Nottingham 17 January 16:00—17 January 2025
Nottingham 9 May 13:00—9 May 2025

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Programming Physical Computing Kit 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.

Leicester 17 October 09:00—17 October 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing certificate

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.

Leicester 31 October 09:00—31 October 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Teach secondary 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.

Leicester 19 December 09:00—19 December 2024

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Leadership Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing certificate

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 11 October 10:30—11 October 2024

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Cross curricular Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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 6 December 13:00—6 December 2024

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Programming Algorithms Post 16 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.

Leicester 17 September 16:00—17 September 2024
Leicester 10 December 16:00—10 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 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.

Leicester 19 November 16:00—19 November 2024
Leicester 29 April 16:00—29 April 2025

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Physical Computing Kit Key stage 3 Teach secondary 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.

Leicester 25 February 16:00—25 February 2025
Leicester 24 June 16:00—24 June 2025

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Programming Physical Computing Kit 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.

Leicester 21 January 16:00—21 January 2025

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Data & information Physical Computing Kit 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 11 October 09:00—11 October 2024
Live remote training 15 November 13:30—15 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 09:00—6 December 2024

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Preparing to take the KS3 and GCSE Subject Knowledge Certificate test - short courseCP350

This short course, delivered by an experienced Professional Development Leader will support you ahead of taking the KS3 and GCSE Subject Knowledge Certificate test. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and revise topics.

Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024

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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

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 14 November 09:00—14 November 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.

Nottingham 6 February 09:00—6 February 2025

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