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 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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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorData Representation in Computing: Bring Data to LifeCO209
Learn how data is represented through media; audio, visual and text.
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Data & information Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorFoundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE - remoteCP426
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.
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Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorGetting started with Python programming – short courseCP351
Start your journey to becoming a Python programmer . This short course will introduce you to the three main programming constructs.
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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4Higher attainment in computer science - meeting the challenges of the exams - remoteCP439
Explore how to improve attainment in 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 Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorIntroduction 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.
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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Design and technology Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorIntroduction to Isaac GCSE computer science - short courseCP352
This short course will introduce you to the new, Isaac GCSE computer science platform.
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Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Design and technology Key stage 3 Key stage 4Introduction to Web DevelopmentCO221
Discover web development and learn to build your own interactive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
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Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorNew to computing pathway - RemoteCP479
This pathway will start you on your computing journey, you'll explore the foundation knowledge with an experienced Professional Development Leader.
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Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorNew to computing pathway for Maths teachers - remoteCP477
For Maths teachers who are new to computing and looking to develop their subject knowledge, this learning pathway will give you a comprehensive introduction to the entire computer science curriculum up to GCSE level.
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Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorObject-oriented Programming in Python: Create Your Own Adventure GameCO210
Learn object-oriented programming principles by creating your own text-based adventure game in Python.
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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPreparing to take the CSA test - short courseCP350
This short course, delivered by an experienced Professional Development Leader will support you ahead of taking the CSA test. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and revise topics.
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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 4Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207
Explore the basics of Python. Guided by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, you’ll learn to code your first program
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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator Primary certificateProgramming 102: Think like a Computer ScientistCO208
Take your Python skills further. Guided by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, you’ll explore algorithms and list structures.
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Algorithmic thinking Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorProgramming 103: Saving and Structuring DataCO219
Learn how to save and structure data in external files, and import files back into your Python programs. Supported by Google.
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Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorProgramming Pedagogy in Secondary Schools: Inspiring Computing TeachingCO222
Examine a range of pedagogical approaches suitable for teaching computing in Key Stage 3
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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Secondary certificateProgramming with GUIsCO217
Discover how to build your own Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Python and guizero.
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Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython 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 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration for AQA specificationCP423B
Linked to the AQA 8525 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.
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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Design & Development Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython 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.
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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Design & Development Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPython 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.
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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Design & Development Programming Key stage 3 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 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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Algorithmic thinking Programming 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 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorSupporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3CP478
Explore how to improve attainment in Computer Science for students working towards grades 1 - 3.
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Leadership Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Programming Safety & Security Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator