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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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.
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Algorithms Data & information Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorAssessing computational thinking in primary schoolsCP457
A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing
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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2Assessment 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.
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Leadership Computing Key stage 3 Secondary certificateAssessment of primary computingCP007
Develop your confidence and knowledge in assessing computing across the primary age range.
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Leadership Key stage 2 Primary certificateComputer processors and instruction sets - face to faceCP231
Explore the core of a modern computer. Learn how the instructions that humans write in computer programs are translated into machine code that the computer can process.
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Computer systems Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorEncouraging girls into GCSE computer science - remoteCP440
Explore the big picture with the current Gender imbalance in GSCE 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.
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Leadership Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4Higher attainment in GCSE computer science - meeting the challenge of exams - face to faceCP239
Explore how to improve attainment in GCSE Computer Science, look at how students should tackle exam questions and use key resources such as moderator reports, how retrieval and interleaving can be used and mapping progression from KS3 to KS4.
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Leadership Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorIntroduction 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 Primary certificateKS3 computing (module 1): Creative curriculum design principlesCP247
Start to design a computing curriculum that supports deep learning by all students throughout KS3.
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Leadership Key stage 3 Secondary certificateKS3 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.
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Leadership Key stage 3 Secondary certificateKS3 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.
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Leadership Key stage 3 Secondary certificateLeading 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 Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary certificatePython programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration - remoteCP423
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.
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Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython 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.
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Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython programming: analysis, design and evaluation - remoteCP464
Develop your Python programming skills by exploring the analysis, design and evaluation stages of the software development life cycle.
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Algorithms Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython programming: working with data - remoteCP433
In this course you’ll learn about data types, and how data structures are manipulated in Python programs.
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Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorSearch 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.
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Algorithms Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorTeaching 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 Primary certificateTeaching 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 .