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, with bursaries available for schools and colleges to help you participate.
Choose how and when you want to learn, through face-to-face, online, or live remote training.
Select individual courses, or make your learning go further, by enrolling on our national certification programmes in primary computing, GCSE computer science subject knowledge or secondary computing.
Assessment of primary computingCP007
Develop your confidence and knowledge in assessing computing across the primary age range.
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Leadership PrimaryCreating 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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Cross curricular Leadership Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Primary SecondaryGCSE Computer Science - developing outstanding teaching - face to faceCP205
This course helps teachers of GCSE to develop their classroom practice and deliver outstanding teaching of GCSE computer science
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Cross curricular Impact of technology Programming Computing Key stage 4 Primary SecondaryGet Started Teaching Computing in Primary Schools: Preparing to teach 5 - 11 year oldsCO040
Improve your subject knowledge and develop inclusive lessons to teach computing to primary school pupils (aged 5 to 11 years old).
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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryImproving Computing Classroom Practice Through Action ResearchCO030
Apply action research to your teaching and become a more reflective practitioner
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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Primary SecondaryIntroduction to primary computing - face to faceCP004
Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started on the journey to outstanding computing in your school, whether you’re a subject coordinator or another interested teacher.
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Algorithms Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryIntroduction 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, including programming essentials using Scratch.
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Algorithms Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryLeading primary computing - face to faceCP008
Essential knowledge for primary computing subject leaders, helping you get the most from every teacher and every child.
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Leadership Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryLeading primary computing - remoteCP456
Lead computing in your school with confidence, making the most of the resources and teaching staff available.
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Leadership PrimaryOutstanding 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.
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Leadership Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryPrimary programming and algorithms - face to faceCP003
Discover engaging and effective ways to help children use computational thinking.
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Algorithms Programming Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryPrimary programming and algorithms - remoteCP455
Learn essential subject knowledge to become a skilled teacher of primary computing. Be prepared to teach algorithms and programming to all ages of children, helping them develop their understanding through effective pedagogy.
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Algorithms Programming Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryProgramming Pedagogy in Primary Schools: Developing Computing TeachingCO020
Investigate a range of pedagogical approaches for teaching programming to primary pupils
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Programming Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 PrimaryTeaching and leading key stage 1 computing - face to faceCP001
Develop your confidence to teach the whole key stage 1 computing curriculum successfully.
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Leadership Algorithms Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Computing Key stage 1 PrimaryTeaching and leading key stage 1 computing - module 1 - remoteCP450
This course is designed to give you confidence in teaching the key stage 1 computing curriculum, including foundational knowledge of computer science; the applications of information technology and the implications for digital literacy in the modern world.
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Leadership Algorithms Computer systems Data & information Programming Computing Key stage 1 PrimaryTeaching and leading key stage 1 computing - module 2 - remoteCP451
The second module of this course covers digital literacy and information technology, covering the whole computing curriculum. Find out how to use software creatively, safely and responsibly for inspiring projects, and plan a rigorous and inclusive curriculum .
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Leadership Computer networks Impact of technology Safety & Security Computing Key stage 1 PrimaryTeaching and leading key stage 2 computing - face to faceCP002
Broaden your understanding of computer systems, networks and the internet to teach key stage 2 computing.
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Cross curricular Leadership Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Safety & Security Computing Key stage 2 PrimaryTeaching and leading key stage 2 computing - module 1 - remoteCP452
This course aims to deepen understanding of computer science, information technology and digital literacy.
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Leadership Computer networks Computer systems Impact of technology Safety & Security Computing Key stage 2 PrimaryTeaching and leading key stage 2 computing - module 2 - remoteCP453
Skilfully combining a wide range of software applications and multimedia such as video, images and sound, you will be better able to support children in creative and engaging project work across the whole primary curriculum.
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Cross curricular Leadership Data & information Impact of technology Computing Key stage 2 PrimaryTeaching Programming in Primary SchoolsCO010
Understand key programming concepts and apply them using Scratch