Welcome to FE & Skills (Code: C1794)

The Welcome to FE & Skills course from ETF supports new educators in the Further Education and Skills sector. It covers learner diversity, teaching strategies, and professional development across seven sessions. Available online, in-person or blended, it builds confidence, aligns with professional standards, and fosters a strong teaching community. Ideal for those starting their FE journey or organisations improving teaching quality and retention.

Pricing options

The price is £249.00 per person.

Upcoming

Online - September - October
Date: 02/09/2025
Price: from £249.00
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Online - October - December
Date: 16/10/2025
Price: from £249.00
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Who is this for?

This course is aimed at brand new educators (new to sector, new to education) to support those beginning a teaching role, through the initial few weeks and months.

This course is suitable for those working in the Further Education sector and the wider sector including Adult Education, Independent Training Providers, Offender education etc.

Training aim

  • Showcases different go-to teaching strategies & take aways that can provide a foundation for classroom practice
  • Equips participants with the knowledge, confidence and resources needed to step into their roles as educators
  • Compliments current teaching qualifications
  • Provides a supportive introduction to the sector and the teaching role

Outcomes

There are four core modules in this programme focusing on:

  • My Learners 
  • My Self
  • My Learning Environment 
  • My Teaching 

Each core module is designed to: 

  • Focus on the role of teaching from a different perspective
  • ‘Deconstruct’ the complexity of the teaching role
  • Provide a supportive introduction to those new to the sector 

Length

7 Modules of 1.5 hours (10.5 hours total)

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements but this course is intended to support those colleagues who have very recently joined the Futher Education & Skills sector in a teaching or instructional role. 

This course is intended to enhance and work alongside existing in-house inductions and mentoring programmes.

Contact us

If this course is not currently available at a suitable date/location, please register your interest and we will let you know about new events as they are announced.

If you have any questions, please contact:

T: 0800 0 831 830
E: enquiries@etfoundation.co.uk