I have just completed a BTEC Teaching Assistant course through distance learning. I have now decided I would like to train as a Secondary School teacher specialising in either Maths or a Science subject. Does anyone know the quickest way for me to do this? I have 8 GCSE grade C or above, but no A Levels. Would I be able to enter onto a BSc with QTS without the A Levels?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
2006-11-02 02:23:39 · 7 answers · asked by kelly_mead 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
You would need a degree in either Math or Science. That's three years. Then you'd need to upgrade to teaching certification or a degree in Education. Also, keep in mind that many areas base salaries on years of experience AND years of post-secondary education. By the way, does an online Teaching Assistant course include any time spent interning in a real classroom? If not, I can't imagine it's worth the paper it's printed on.
2006-11-02 06:39:17 · answer #1 · answered by Jetgirly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know how old you are but you may try to get some dispensation on qualifications if you are a mature student. You may have to demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn by doing an A level or two first and you will certainly need GCSE C grade Maths and probably English. You are too late for University this year so 'phone some, get the knowledge and study this year.
Two routes are B.Ed through a teacher training college or B.A. BS.c etc through a conventional university course and then a PGCE (post graduate certificate in education). Remember, if there is no quick route then the only route is the slow one but it will lead to the same end.
You could also spend the year working in a school and seeing if you really want to take charge of the classes, remembering that they don't all contain bright, highly polished and smiling children with a deep respect for you as a human and an educator.
2006-11-02 07:14:18 · answer #2 · answered by The Hog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. You would need to do A-levels or an Access course (which would take one year). Then you could...
1. Do an English/Maths BA/BSc (Hons) then PGCE - 4 years
2. Find a BEd (Hons) Secondary Maths/English Course - 3/4 years
I know that Edge Hill University do a fast track course in the summer for potential teachers ... they would bite your hand off because you want to teach a shortage subject (maths/English).
I think Manchester Met do a 3 year undergraduate course too.
Look on the Training and Development Agency for Schools website for undergraduate teaching courses.
2006-11-03 11:52:32 · answer #3 · answered by mr_d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-03-28 04:36:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm no expert but I'm pretty sure you would need some higher qualifications than GCSEs, you might be able to continue on with A-Levels but every trainee teacher I know has had to have done a degree! Of some sort at least.
2006-11-02 02:31:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry, hon, you need a degree to teach. and therefore, a levels.
you could try to get onto a uni course for a BSc - best to contact them direct - but do it soon, as I am sure you know from your TA experience, UCAS deadline is approaching...
2006-11-02 02:30:26 · answer #6 · answered by sarah_roo03 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-11-02 02:30:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋