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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.

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Adapted teaching and effective learning interventions in secondary computingCP448

Develop an evidence-informed approach to education recovery over a sustained period, securing the computing education of young people following a period of great disruption.

Live remote training 15 November 09:30—15 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 09:00—4 December 2024
Live remote training 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 9 January 09:00—9 January 2025
Live remote training 15 January 09:30—15 January 2025
Live remote training 7 February 09:30—7 February 2025
Live remote training 28 March 09:00—28 March 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum for mixed-year classes - short courseCP404

Explore progression within Teach Computing Curriculum and how to use this to adapt it for your own mixed-age setting.

Live remote training 7 November 15:45—7 November 2024
Live remote training 18 November 09:30—18 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:30—2 December 2024
Live remote training 9 December 12:30—9 December 2024
Live remote training 21 January 15:45—21 January 2025

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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AI and Ethics in GCSE computer scienceCP427

Artificial intelligence, what is it? How does it work? What are the ethical considerations for GCSE students. How could you teach it to your students?

Live remote training 4 November 14:00—4 November 2024
Live remote training 7 November 13:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 20 November 15:45—20 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 15:45—30 January 2025
Live remote training 5 December 16:30—5 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 16:00—17 December 2024
Live remote training 10 January 16:00—10 January 2025
Live remote training 29 January 16:00—29 January 2025
Live remote training 24 February 16:00—24 February 2025

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Data & information Impact of technology Safety & Security Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

AI in primary computingCP408

Explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be linked to aspects of the primary computing curriculum, supporting creativity, digital literacy, and the use of information technology.

Live remote training 25 November 16:00—25 November 2024
Live remote training 13 January 15:45—13 January 2025
Live remote training 7 May 14:00—7 May 2025
Live remote training 7 July 15:45—7 July 2025

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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.

Live remote training 8 November 09:30—8 November 2024
Live remote training 23 November 09:30—23 November 2024
Live remote training 10 December 09:00—10 December 2024
Live remote training 6 February 09:30—6 February 2025

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Algorithmic thinking Data & information Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An Introduction to Computer Networking for TeachersCO214

Build your knowledge and understanding of computer networks as a computer science teacher.

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Computer networks Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

An introduction to computer systems, networking and security in computer science - remoteCP438

Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers.

Live remote training 13 November 15:30—20 November 2024
Live remote training 22 November 09:00—22 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 09:30—6 December 2024
Live remote training 11 December 15:30—18 December 2024
Live remote training 29 January 09:30—29 January 2025
Live remote training 13 March 09:15—13 March 2025

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Computer networks Computer systems Safety & Security Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

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Artificial intelligence (AI) in Key Stage 3 computingCP442

Explore the role of generative AI and its applications within the Key Stage 3 Teach Computing Curriculum. You'll learn about the fundamentals of AI and investigate various platforms to support your teaching.

Live remote training 6 November 14:00—6 November 2024
Live remote training 6 November 16:00—13 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 16:00—11 December 2024
Live remote training 30 January 15:45—30 January 2025

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Creating media Impact of technology Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing 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
Live remote training 2 December 15:30—2 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 14:00—12 December 2024
Live remote training 30 January 16:00—30 January 2025
Live remote training 25 February 16:00—25 February 2025
Live remote training 19 March 16:00—19 March 2025
Live remote training 3 April 15:45—3 April 2025

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Programming Computing Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short courseCP457

A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing

Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 19 November 16:00—19 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 16:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 16:00—18 December 2024
Live remote training 27 February 13:30—27 February 2025
Live remote training 28 February 10:00—28 February 2025
Live remote training 3 March 15:30—3 March 2025
Live remote training 7 March 15:30—7 March 2025
Live remote training 21 March 15:30—21 March 2025
Live remote training 25 March 15:30—25 March 2025

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary 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 6 November 16:00—6 November 2024
Live remote training 20 November 13:00—20 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 10:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 16:00—18 December 2024
Live remote training 4 March 15:00—4 March 2025
Live remote training 4 June 16:00—4 June 2025
Live remote training 26 June 16:00—26 June 2025
Live remote training 7 July 15:30—7 July 2025
Live remote training 15 July 16:00—15 July 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Behaviour for learning in a computing environment - short courseCP468

For secondary teachers who are new or existing to the subject. This CPD covers generic behavior for learning strategies, including managing own behaviours, rules routines, recognition reward and interventions and links them it back to their use in a computing environment.

Live remote training 25 November 16:00—25 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 19 June 16:00—19 June 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Boolean logic in A Level computer scienceCP503

During this course you'll explore how Boolean logic is a way of describing the circuits inside a computer.

Live remote training 15 November 16:30—15 November 2024
Live remote training 19 November 15:45—19 November 2024
Live remote training 26 November 15:30—26 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 15:30—4 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 15:30—18 December 2024
Live remote training 22 January 09:00—22 January 2025
Live remote training 12 February 14:00—12 February 2025
Live remote training 19 March 13:00—19 March 2025
Live remote training 1 April 15:45—1 April 2025

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Data & information Programming Computing Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Careers and enrichment in primary computing with STEM Ambassadors - short courseCP441

Find out how career-linked learning and enrichment opportunities can provide motivation and broaden horizons for learners at primary school.

Live remote training 4 November 15:45—4 November 2024
Live remote training 14 November 15:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 16:00—4 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 16:00—10 December 2024
Live remote training 24 March 15:00—24 March 2025
Live remote training 24 April 14:00—24 April 2025
Live remote training 28 April 14:00—28 April 2025

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Cross curricular Leadership Careers 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 7 November 09:30—7 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 09:30—12 December 2024
Live remote training 18 January 09:00—18 January 2025
Live remote training 13 March 09:45—13 March 2025

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Leadership Careers Key stage 3 Teach secondary computing certificate

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your primary school - short courseCP403

Find out how to use the Computing Quality Framework effectively to identify school needs and implement effective change to drive a high-quality computing education.

Live remote training 13 November 15:45—13 November 2024
Live remote training 28 November 15:45—28 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 9 December 16:00—9 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 15:30—10 December 2024
Live remote training 20 January 14:00—20 January 2025
Live remote training 30 January 10:00—30 January 2025
Live remote training 4 February 15:30—4 February 2025
Live remote training 13 February 15:30—13 February 2025
Stratford 3 March 09:00—3 March 2025
Live remote training 4 March 15:30—4 March 2025
Live remote training 10 March 15:30—10 March 2025
Live remote training 26 March 16:00—26 March 2025
Live remote training 1 July 16:00—1 July 2025

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your secondary school - short courseCP406

Find out how to use the Computing Quality Framework to support your secondary school needs to drive a high-quality computing education.

Live remote training 14 November 16:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 21 January 16:00—21 January 2025
Live remote training 6 March 13:15—6 March 2025
Live remote training 8 April 16:00—8 April 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Creating 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.

Free online course 1 September—31 December 2024

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Cross curricular Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach primary computing certificate Teach secondary computing certificate

Creative digital media projectsCP414

Lead students through the full digital media project life-cycle, in engaging projects suitable for KS3 and KS4 computing.

Live remote training 12 November 09:30—12 November 2024
Live remote training 19 November 16:00—28 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 17:00—9 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 18:30—17 December 2024

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Practical work Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Data 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 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Data structures in A Level computer scienceCP502

During this course you'll explore how various data structures are used to organise and store data.

Live remote training 19 November 09:00—19 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 09:30—4 December 2024
Live remote training 28 January 09:00—28 January 2025
Live remote training 27 February 09:00—27 February 2025
Live remote training 19 March 09:00—19 March 2025
Live remote training 12 May 09:30—12 May 2025

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Data & information Programming Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Databases for A-level Computer ScienceCP507

An introduction to databases for A-level teachers. Gain confidence in teaching the databases content in the A-level specification including attempting and marking exam questions.

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Data & information Post 16 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 15 November 09:30—15 November 2024
Live remote training 27 November 09:30—27 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 09:30—4 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 09:00—12 December 2024
Live remote training 27 January 09:00—27 January 2025
Live remote training 28 February 09:00—28 February 2025
Live remote training 26 March 09:00—26 March 2025

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Practical work Data & information Mathematics Teach secondary computing certificate

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer SystemsCO218

Discover embedded system design and work your way through the product design lifecycle.

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Computer systems Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Diagnostic assessment for GCSE computer science - short courseCP412

Learn how to use quality-assured, free subject knowledge tests for diagnostic assessment of students of computer science GCSE.

Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 27 November 16:00—27 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 16:00—3 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 16:00—10 December 2024
Live remote training 7 April 18:00—7 April 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Effective computing transition from KS2-3CP415

Develop a transition project demonstrating knowledge, understanding and skills to support KS2 / KS3 teachers in ensuring the curriculum needs are met through the transition process.

Live remote training 9 January 15:30—9 January 2025
Live remote training 26 February 16:00—26 February 2025
Live remote training 27 March 15:30—27 March 2025

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Leadership Programming Physical Computing Kit Key stage 2 Key stage 3 Teach primary computing certificate Teach secondary computing certificate

Empowering girls in key stage 2 computingCP409

To address the gender gap in computing and computer science, we need to start during primary. Forming part of the I Belong programme, you’ll explore the reasons for the gender gap, and discover strategies to overcome them in your classroom, curriculum and through extracurricular activities to empower girls in computing.

Live remote training 19 November 15:45—19 November 2024
Live remote training 20 November 15:30—20 November 2024
Live remote training 26 November 15:30—26 November 2024
London 27 November 15:30—27 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 13:00—6 December 2024
Live remote training 13 December 12:45—13 December 2024
Live remote training 10 January 15:45—10 January 2025
Live remote training 15 January 15:30—15 January 2025
Live remote training 29 January 15:45—29 January 2025
Live remote training 3 February 08:30—3 February 2025
Live remote training 11 February 15:30—11 February 2025
Live remote training 12 March 15:45—12 March 2025
Live remote training 1 April 13:30—1 April 2025
Live remote training 2 April 13:30—2 April 2025
Live remote training 28 April 15:30—28 April 2025
Live remote training 10 June 15:30—10 June 2025
Live remote training 24 June 10:30—24 June 2025
Live remote training 27 June 09:00—27 June 2025

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Leadership Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

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 26 November 09:30—26 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:15—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 09:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 09:00—17 December 2024
Live remote training 28 February 09:00—28 February 2025
Live remote training 9 June 09:00—9 June 2025
Live remote training 3 July 09:00—3 July 2025
Live remote training 14 July 09:00—14 July 2025

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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 18 November 16:00—18 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 13:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 6 December 15:00—6 December 2024
Live remote training 29 January 15:45—29 January 2025
Live remote training 3 February 17:00—3 February 2025
Live remote training 12 February 16:00—12 February 2025
Live remote training 11 March 15:45—11 March 2025
Live remote training 11 March 17:00—11 March 2025
Live remote training 8 May 16:00—8 May 2025
Live remote training 22 May 15:30—22 May 2025
Live remote training 14 July 16:00—14 July 2025

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Leadership Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Enriching secondary computing with STEM Ambassadors in your region - short courseCP446

Bring computing careers into the classroom with STEM Ambassadors - volunteers from the world of work.

Live remote training 14 November 16:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 25 November 16:00—25 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 18:30—5 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 16:30—10 December 2024
Live remote training 15 January 16:00—15 January 2025
Live remote training 3 February 15:30—3 February 2025
Live remote training 11 March 16:00—11 March 2025

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Impact of technology Careers Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Foundation 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.

Live remote training 7 November 09:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 29 November 09:00—29 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 09:30—4 December 2024
Live remote training 11 December 09:30—11 December 2024
Live remote training 3 February 14:15—25 February 2025

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Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Data & information Programming Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Foundations for effective computing in key stage 1CP410

Dive deeper into effective computing in key stage one, ensuring you build strong foundations for your pupils’ computing education.

Live remote training 6 November 09:00—6 November 2024
Live remote training 20 November 09:00—20 November 2024
Live remote training 28 November 09:00—28 November 2024

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Computing Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Functional programming crash courseCP508

An introduction to databases for A level teachers. Gain confidence in teaching the databases content in the A level specification including attempting and marking exam questions.

Live remote training 11 December 10:00—11 December 2024
Live remote training 22 January 09:00—22 January 2025
Live remote training 18 February 09:00—18 February 2025
Live remote training 27 March 09:00—27 March 2025
Live remote training 9 April 09:45—9 April 2025

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Programming Mathematics Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Fundamentals of computer networks - remoteCP422

Learn how computers of all shapes and sizes are connected physically, or wirelessly, and how this arrangement affects how data is shared.

Live remote training 6 November 09:00—6 November 2024
Live remote training 14 November 09:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 March 18:00—10 March 2025
Live remote training 10 June 09:30—10 June 2025

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Computer networks Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Get started with the Teach Computing Curriculum in your primary schoolCO040

Improve understanding of computing using the freely available Teach Computing Curriculum and understand how to use it to deliver computing in your primary school.

Free online course 1 September—31 December 2024

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Leadership Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

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

Live remote training 6 November 16:00—6 November 2024
Stratford 11 November 09:00—11 November 2024
Live remote training 11 November 14:30—11 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 09:15—21 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:45—10 December 2024
Live remote training 5 December 15:45—12 December 2024
Live remote training 7 January 16:30—14 January 2025
Live remote training 17 January 15:45—17 January 2025
Live remote training 4 February 15:45—4 February 2025
Live remote training 4 February 16:30—11 February 2025
Live remote training 4 March 15:45—11 March 2025

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Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in year 2 - short courseCP466

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

Stratford 11 November 13:00—11 November 2024
Live remote training 11 November 15:45—25 November 2024
Live remote training 15 November 09:00—15 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 14:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 16:00—17 December 2024
Live remote training 30 January 13:00—30 January 2025
Live remote training 3 March 13:00—3 March 2025
Live remote training 3 March 15:45—17 March 2025

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Getting started in year 3 - short courseCP459

Explore how to teach computing in Year 3 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 5 November 14:30—5 November 2024
Stratford 22 November 09:00—22 November 2024
Live remote training 7 December 09:00—7 December 2024
Live remote training 16 December 12:00—16 December 2024
Live remote training 4 February 15:45—25 February 2025
Live remote training 11 March 16:00—11 March 2025

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Computing Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Getting started in Year 4 - short courseCP465

Explore how to teach computing in Year 4 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 18 November 15:45—18 November 2024
Stratford 22 November 13:00—22 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 15:30—5 December 2024
Live remote training 11 December 13:00—11 December 2024
Live remote training 13 January 15:45—27 January 2025
Live remote training 6 February 15:45—27 February 2025
Live remote training 13 March 15:45—13 March 2025
Live remote training 20 March 16:00—20 March 2025

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Getting started in year 5 - short courseCP460

A comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 5 using the Teach Computing Curriculum.

Live remote training 6 November 15:45—12 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 13:00—21 November 2024
Stratford 29 November 09:00—29 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 12:30—6 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 12:30—12 December 2024
Live remote training 13 January 15:45—27 January 2025
Live remote training 15 January 15:45—22 January 2025
Live remote training 3 February 16:00—3 February 2025
Live remote training 3 March 15:45—17 March 2025

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Getting started in Year 6 - short courseCP467

Explore how to teach computing in Year 6 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 13 November 14:00—13 November 2024
Live remote training 27 November 14:00—27 November 2024
Stratford 29 November 13:00—29 November 2024
Live remote training 9 December 15:30—16 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 13:00—17 December 2024
Live remote training 14 February 13:00—14 February 2025
Live remote training 14 February 15:45—14 February 2025
Live remote training 6 March 15:45—6 March 2025
Live remote training 17 March 13:00—24 March 2025

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Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Higher 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.

Live remote training 7 November 15:45—14 November 2024
Live remote training 7 December 09:30—7 December 2024
Live remote training 21 December 09:30—21 December 2024
Live remote training 22 January 09:30—22 January 2025
Live remote training 25 January 09:00—25 January 2025
Live remote training 8 February 09:00—8 February 2025
Coventry 24 March 09:30—24 March 2025
Live remote training 29 March 09:00—29 March 2025
Live remote training 16 May 09:00—16 May 2025
Live remote training 23 May 09:00—23 May 2025
Live remote training 10 June 09:30—10 June 2025
Live remote training 26 June 09:30—26 June 2025
Live remote training 3 July 09:15—3 July 2025

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How Computers Work: Demystifying ComputationCO206

Explore the fundamentals of computing - computer architecture, binary logic, data processing, circuits, and more.

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Computing Mathematics Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

How to utilise the Teach Computing Curriculum effectively (Key Stages 3 and 4)CO230

Create an inspiring and engaging computing curriculum for secondary school students, using freely available resources.

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Impact of Technology: How To Lead Classroom DiscussionsCO215

You will explore the ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental concerns surrounding computer science

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Cross curricular Leadership Impact of technology Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Introduction 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.

Live remote training 6 November 09:00—13 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:30—10 December 2024

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

Introduction to Cybersecurity for TeachersCO216

Teachers will be introduced to the core ideas of cybersecurity that should be taught in the classroom.

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Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Safety & Security Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Introduction to databases and SQLCO225

On this course you’ll learn what databases are and why we use them, exploring how to use SQL to search and manipulate the data.

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Data & information Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Introduction to Encryption and CryptographyCO220

Discover the history of encryption and learn how it's used in the modern world

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Computer networks Data & information Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Introduction to Isaac Computer Science - short courseCP552

This short course will introduce you to the Isaac computer science platform, you'll explore how the platform can be used by your GCSE and A Level students to improve their subject knowledge.

Live remote training 4 November 15:30—4 November 2024
Live remote training 11 December 14:30—11 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 14:30—12 December 2024
Live remote training 13 February 16:00—13 February 2025

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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 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Introduction to Machine Learning and AICO231

Discover the fundamentals of machine learning, how it works, and learn to train your own AI using free online tools.

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Data & information Mathematics Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Introduction 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, looking at computer science, programming, information technology and digital literacy.

Live remote training 4 November 09:00—4 November 2024
Live remote training 14 November 09:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 09:00—18 December 2024
Live remote training 8 January 09:30—8 January 2025
Live remote training 23 January 09:30—23 January 2025
Live remote training 3 February 09:30—3 February 2025
Live remote training 4 February 09:30—4 February 2025

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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 Programming with ScratchCO232

Learn how to use Scratch to design and make animations and games suitable for primary - age children.

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Programming Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Key stage 3 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 5 November 09:30—5 November 2024
Live remote training 5 November 15:45—5 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:45—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:45—3 December 2024
Live remote training 6 February 15:45—6 February 2025

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Introduction 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 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Leading primary computing - module 2 - remoteCP456

Lead computing in your school with confidence. Raise the profile of computing through resources, enrichment opportunities and staff development. Learn how to manage change in your subject.

Live remote training 13 November 09:00—13 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 09:00—21 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 09:15—3 December 2024
Oxford 12 December 09:00—12 December 2024
Live remote training 6 January 09:00—6 January 2025
Live remote training 13 January 09:00—13 January 2025
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Maidstone 16 January 09:30—16 January 2025
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Stratford 7 February 09:15—7 February 2025
Live remote training 13 February 09:00—13 February 2025
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Live remote training 31 March 09:00—31 March 2025

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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary 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 November 15:45—11 November 2024
Live remote training 13 November 16:00—13 November 2024
Cowes 3 December 15:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 5 December 16:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 15:45—10 December 2024
Live remote training 9 January 15:45—9 January 2025
Live remote training 4 February 17:30—4 February 2025
Live remote training 11 March 13:30—11 March 2025
Live remote training 24 April 16:15—24 April 2025
Live remote training 12 May 16:00—12 May 2025

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Cross curricular Computing 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 12 November 09:30—27 November 2024
Live remote training 20 November 09:30—20 November 2024
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

Maths in primary computingCP418

Explore how primary maths and computing can be linked, highlighting the similarities in critical thinking skills and subject content, to maximise learning in both subject areas.

Live remote training 4 November 15:45—4 November 2024
Live remote training 18 November 16:00—18 November 2024
Live remote training 10 December 15:45—10 December 2024
Live remote training 16 December 16:00—16 December 2024
Live remote training 14 January 15:45—14 January 2025

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Mathematics Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing 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
Live remote training 6 December 09:30—13 December 2024
Live remote training 19 December 09:30—20 December 2024
Live remote training 21 January 09:30—28 January 2025
Live remote training 10 February 09:30—11 February 2025
Live remote training 11 March 09:30—11 November 2025
Live remote training 10 July 09:30—11 July 2025

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Leadership Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Object oriented programming (OOP) in A Level computer scienceCP506

During this course you'll learn how to use object-oriented programming, you'll explore varying programming techniques and develop your own working OOP solution.

Harrogate 28 November 09:00—28 November 2024
Live remote training 20 January 09:00—20 January 2025
Live remote training 20 February 09:00—20 February 2025
Live remote training 26 March 09:00—26 March 2025

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Practical work Programming Algorithms Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Object-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 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Online safety through primary computing - short courseCP469

This short course will support the needs of schools in ensuring that they keep children safe whilst teaching computing and using technology to access the full primary curriculum.

Live remote training 11 November 15:30—11 November 2024
Live remote training 25 November 15:30—25 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:45—2 December 2024
Stratford 17 January 09:00—17 January 2025
Cowes 4 February 15:30—4 February 2025
Live remote training 11 March 15:45—11 March 2025
Live remote training 26 March 15:45—26 March 2025

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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 18 November 15:45—18 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:30—2 December 2024
Live remote training 6 December 13:00—6 December 2024
Live remote training 21 January 16:00—21 January 2025
Live remote training 13 February 16:00—13 February 2025
Live remote training 27 March 16:00—27 March 2025
Live remote training 28 July 16:00—28 July 2025

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Programming Algorithms Post 16 Teach secondary 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 5 November 16:00—5 November 2024
Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 15 November 13:30—15 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:45—3 December 2024
Live remote training 6 December 09:00—6 December 2024
Stratford 17 January 13:00—17 January 2025
Cowes 4 March 15:30—4 March 2025
Live remote training 12 March 14:00—12 March 2025
Live remote training 17 March 14:00—17 March 2025
Live remote training 24 March 15:30—24 March 2025
Live remote training 31 March 15:30—31 March 2025

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Preparing for Ofsted in secondary computing - short courseCP444

Get yourself and your teaching team inspection-ready with this short course, exploring how to prepare for an Ofsted 'Deep Dive' in computing.

Live remote training 6 November 16:00—6 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 16:00—21 November 2024
Live remote training 11 December 10:00—11 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 10:00—18 December 2024
Live remote training 14 January 17:00—14 January 2025
Live remote training 12 February 15:00—12 February 2025
Live remote training 3 April 16:00—3 April 2025
Live remote training 3 July 10:00—3 July 2025
Live remote training 8 July 13:30—8 July 2025

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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 6 November 16:00—6 November 2024
Live remote training 28 November 15:45—28 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 4 December 16:00—4 December 2024
Nottingham 5 February 16:30—5 February 2025

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Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207

During this course you'll explore the basics of Python, you’ll learn to code your first program.

Free online course 1 September—31 December 2024

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Programming 102: Think like a Computer ScientistCO208

During this course you'll take your Python skills further by exploring algorithms and list structures.

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Programming 103: Saving and Structuring DataCO219

Learn how to save and structure data in external files, and import files back into your Python programs.

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Programming 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 with GUIsCO217

Discover how to build your own Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Python and guizero.

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Python 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.

Live remote training 11 November 09:00—11 November 2024
Live remote training 18 November 09:00—18 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 09:00—17 December 2024

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Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Python 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.

Live remote training 2 November 09:30—2 November 2024
Live remote training 16 November 09:30—16 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 09:00—3 December 2024
Live remote training 23 January 09:00—23 January 2025
Live remote training 26 February 09:00—26 February 2025
Live remote training 27 March 09:00—27 March 2025

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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 & 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 21 November 15:30—28 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:30—10 December 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 & 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 15 November 09:00—15 November 2024
Live remote training 16 November 09:00—16 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 13:30—9 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 09:00—3 December 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: 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.

Live remote training 20 December 09:30—20 December 2024
Live remote training 10 February 15:30—24 February 2025
Live remote training 27 June 09:30—27 June 2025

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Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Python 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.

Live remote training 7 November 09:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 09:00—21 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 09:00—12 December 2024
Live remote training 5 March 14:00—19 March 2025
Live remote training 12 March 09:30—12 March 2025
Live remote training 7 July 09:30—7 July 2025

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Python programming: working with data - remoteCP433

In this course you’ll learn about data types, and how data structures are manipulated in Python programs.

Live remote training 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Live remote training 14 November 09:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 26 November 09:00—26 November 2024
Live remote training 28 November 09:00—28 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 09:00—4 December 2024
Live remote training 4 December 09:00—4 December 2024
Live remote training 11 December 09:00—11 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 09:00—18 December 2024
Live remote training 31 January 09:00—31 January 2025

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Programming Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode - remoteCP420

Improve your knowledge of algorithms to the level appropriate for GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.

Live remote training 5 November 09:00—5 November 2024
Live remote training 5 November 16:30—12 November 2024
Live remote training 11 November 17:00—18 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 09:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 09:30—12 December 2024

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Algorithmic thinking 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 4 December 09:30—18 December 2024
Live remote training 11 December 09:30—11 December 2024
Live remote training 23 January 15:30—30 January 2025

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

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode for OCR specificationCP420A

Improve your knowledge of algorithms whilst referencing the current OCR 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 10 December 09:00—10 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 09:00—17 December 2024
Live remote training 5 February 14:00—26 February 2025
Live remote training 12 February 09:00—12 February 2025
Live remote training 29 April 09:30—29 April 2025

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

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.

Live remote training 14 November 09:15—14 November 2024
Live remote training 16 December 10:00—16 December 2024
Live remote training 19 December 09:30—19 December 2024
Live remote training 8 January 14:00—22 January 2025
Live remote training 29 January 09:30—29 January 2025
Live remote training 17 March 15:30—20 March 2025
Live remote training 9 June 09:30—9 June 2025

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Solving computational problems in KS3 computingCP436

Build the capability of students to solve problems in computing, and be ready for GCSE Computer Science

Live remote training 30 November 09:30—30 November 2024
Live remote training 14 December 09:30—14 December 2024
Live remote training 13 January 09:30—13 January 2025
Live remote training 21 February 09:00—21 February 2025
Live remote training 3 March 09:30—3 March 2025
Live remote training 10 March 09:30—10 March 2025

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Supporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3CP478

Explore how to improve attainment in Computer Science for students working towards grades 1 - 3.

Live remote training 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Live remote training 16 November 09:00—16 November 2024
Coventry 2 December 09:30—2 December 2024
Live remote training 5 December 15:45—11 December 2024
Live remote training 9 January 15:45—16 January 2025
Live remote training 14 February 09:00—14 February 2025
Live remote training 17 March 09:30—17 March 2025

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Leadership Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Programming Safety & Security Key stage 3 Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Systems architecture in A Level computer scienceCP505

During this course you'll explore the structure of the internal components of a computer system. In addition you'll explore the von Neumann architecture and fetch-execute cycle.

Live remote training 21 November 13:00—21 November 2024
Live remote training 28 November 13:00—28 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 14:00—4 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 14:00—12 December 2024
Live remote training 3 June 15:45—3 June 2025

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Computer systems Data & information Computing Post 16 Teach secondary computing certificate

Teaching Computing Systems and Networks to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO042

Improve your subject knowledge and develop your teaching to help young children understand the computing systems and networks around them.

Free online course 1 September—31 December 2024

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Computer networks Computer systems Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching GCSE computer science: improving student engagement - remoteCP447

Improve student engagement in your GCSE computer science lessons by developing your classroom pedagogy.

Live remote training 26 November 09:30—26 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 16 December 09:00—16 December 2024
Live remote training 13 January 09:30—13 January 2025
Live remote training 4 February 09:00—4 February 2025
Live remote training 28 February 09:00—28 February 2025

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Impact of technology Key stage 4 Teach secondary computing certificate

Teaching Programming to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO041

Build your subject knowledge and develop your skills in teaching programming.

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Teaching programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr - remoteCP455

Learn essential subject knowledge to become a skilled teacher of primary programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr. Create and debug your own programmes, using key concepts such as sequence, repetition, selection and variables.

Live remote training 8 November 09:30—8 November 2024
Live remote training 29 November 09:30—29 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:30—2 December 2024
Stratford 13 December 09:00—13 December 2024
Live remote training 6 March 09:30—6 March 2025
Live remote training 20 June 09:00—20 June 2025

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The internet and cyber security - remoteCP432

Build on knowledge of local computer networks to cover the globally connected systems forming the internet.

Live remote training 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Live remote training 27 November 09:00—27 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 09:00—6 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 09:00—10 December 2024

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Computer networks Safety & Security Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate

Understanding Computer SystemsCO212

Understand how the components of a computer system interact with each other on this online course for computing teachers.

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Understanding Maths and Logic in Computer ScienceCO213

Improve your understanding and ability to teach maths and logic in computing while building elements of an escape room.

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Supporting the 'I Belong' ProgrammeFD022

A Specialist PDLP Module that will enable you to deliver the the flagship ‘I belong' course: Encouraging Girls into GCSE Computer Science. On completion of this course you will also become an 'I Belong Champion’ You will not be able to deliver the Encouraging Girls course without this specialist module.

Live remote training 4 November 13:00—4 November 2024
Live remote training 29 November 15:00—29 November 2024

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Key stage 3 Key stage 4

CPD Implementation: Networks, Safety & SecurityCZ102D

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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