City & Guilds 7303: preparing to teach complementary therapies, health & personal growth

If you have a qualification in complementary therapies, health, movement or personal growth, come and learn the basic principles and techniques of teaching. You will practise teaching, write course materials, visit classes and design courses. No teaching experience necessary. Please download an application form from the link below, and read the full course outline before applying. It is recommended that you apply at least 10 weeks before the course start date.

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Key course information

Dates
18/04/12 - 27/06/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
11 weeks

Time
10:15 - 17:15

Fees
Full fee: £400
Senior fee: £400
Concession: £210

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FAA01

Availability
Available
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Application form required

This course requires completion of an application form which is available from the essential documents box below.

Still got questions?
health@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2622

Essential documents

» Application form

Course outline

What is the course about?

- To develop teaching skills appropriate for adult groups
- To explore the principles of adult teaching and learning
- To learn from each other and share ideas.

What topics will we cover?

- How adults learn and adults as learners
- Planning lessons and courses
- Assessment and evaluation
- Managing groups
- Using resources
- Equal opportunities in your teaching.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Identify factors which enable adults to learn
- Devise ways of implementing Equal Opportunities in your teaching
- Plan lessons and courses, taking into account: the learning needs of your group; negotiation; aims and objectives; structure, content, timing
- Select and make appropriate learning materials, and use equipment competently
- Select and use appropriate assessment and evaluation methods
- Manage a learning group
- Evaluate own teaching
Award: City and Guilds 7303 certificate - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector: Complementary Therapies, Health and Personal Growth.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

- The course covers the basic principles and techniques of teaching, and is aimed at those with little or no teaching experience. (You do not need to be teaching to apply for the course.)
This course is taught at City & Guilds Level 3.
In order to get the most from this course you will need to be able to:
• Express yourself clearly, fluently and accurately, both verbally and in written English
• Research, read, comprehend and analyse text
• Write concisely, using different styles, format and structure for different purposes, applying accuracy in grammar and spelling

Before enrolling on the course you will be asked to carry out an initial assessment to demonstrate you are ready to start studying at this level in English. At interview you will be asked to provide evidence of your subject based qualifications as well as evidence of level 2 (eg. GCSE) Maths and English.
Additional information:
- You should be aware that a minimum of 80% attendance is necessary to complete the course. You are also expected to participate to the best of your ability and to adhere to the colleges Equal Opportunities Policy while undertaking the course. The policies of the college will be discussed during the first session.
- Application for this course is in two phases:
1. Written application form
2. Group advisory interview
Only applicants who successfully complete these two phases will be offered a place on the course. Please contact the Health and Movement Studies office of Advice & Guidance for an application form.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- By using large and small group work, tasks, pair work, wordstorm, role play
- By visiting/observing other tutors
- By assessing others and your own teaching practice
- By simulated teaching on the course.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Students are asked to prepare a folder including a teaching diary, lesson and course plans and examples of materials. Students will receive a final profile of their strengths as a tutor.
We recommend one book (available in the library / approx £8 to buy).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

This course requires the completion of an application form.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

1. City & Guilds 7407 Stage 2
2. Post Graduate Certificate in Education.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30

Non term-time Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30 Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Health and movement studies

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

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