This programme is designed for Governance Professionals looking to develop themselves as strategic enablers. It will help... more

This programme is designed for Governance Professionals looking to develop themselves as strategic enablers. It will help you deepen your understanding of college strategy and the wider FE sector (including Sixth Form Colleges) and provide a greater knowledge of the technical aspects of the role concerning regulation, handling board business, building key relationships and developing your role as a trusted adviser.

Leading from the Middle is the FE and Skills sector's high impact development programme for sector middle managers. With a... more

Leading from the Middle is the FE and Skills sector's high impact development programme for sector middle managers. With a focus on the skills, behaviours, competencies and awareness to succeed in middle leadership and management roles, this programme adopts an innovative , practical and personalised approach to improving the professional effectiveness of this important tier of sector leadership. This is a solution focussed programme that will encourage you to think and act differently. 

This is a Specialist Status in Education for Sustainable Development (SSESD) validation process and not a CPD learning... more

This is a Specialist Status in Education for Sustainable Development (SSESD) validation process and not a CPD learning programme. Specialist statuses validate current expert knowledge, skills, and behaviours within educational settings in the FE and Skills sector. They ensure and sustain an individual’s impact and influence on other professionals, learners, and your organisation.

Governance Professionals’ Continuing Support offers a range of workshops to provide skills and knowledge to enable... more

Governance Professionals’ Continuing Support offers a range of workshops to provide skills and knowledge to enable governance professionals to be sound independent advisors and strategic influencers.

This two part course is for you if you support learners with ESOL needs who are learning Functional Skills English and you... more

This two part course is for you if you support learners with ESOL needs who are learning Functional Skills English and you want to identify ways to maximise the learners' chances of passing their assessments.

You will be provided with the tools and strategies to effectively assess needs and support learners throughout their Functional Skills English programmes, focussing on speaking and listening skills in the first instance. A range of resources and best practice approaches will be trialled and evaluated. 

This course, designed to be the standard of a Level 5 qualification module, supports practitioners working with Functional... more

This course, designed to be the standard of a Level 5 qualification module, supports practitioners working with Functional Skills English learners. You will explore and experience how to engage and motivate learners and undertake assessment to build on their prior learning. It is designed to meet the needs of all parts of the sector, including independent training providers, offender learning and adult and community education. 

This interactive course is designed to support practitioners working with Functional Skills Maths learners, offering... more

This interactive course is designed to support practitioners working with Functional Skills Maths learners, offering practical strategies to enhance teaching, curriculum design, and lesson planning. You'll explore innovative approaches to engaging and motivating learners, alongside effective assessment techniques that build on learners' prior knowledge. Throughout the course, you will develop skills in using assessment resources and exam papers as part of lesson planning to ensure learners are well-prepared for their final qualification.

The Governors Inductions aim to help support new college governors gain a better understanding of their role and the further... more

The Governors Inductions aim to help support new college governors gain a better understanding of their role and the further education sector. These events are delivered by the Association of Colleges and are free to attend.

In 2025/26 eight Governor inductions will be delivered. The first four are available for booking and a further four dates will be available to book from 1 October 2025. These events are scheduled for:

Friday 28 November 2025

Tuesday 13 January 2026

Wednesday 4 February 2026

Friday 27 February 2026

This two-part course is designed for English teachers working with Functional Skills and GCSE learners. It offers practical... more

This two-part course is designed for English teachers working with Functional Skills and GCSE learners. It offers practical guidance on supporting students through the entire non-fiction writing process—from planning and structuring writing for specific audiences and purposes , to using teacher modelling and collaborative techniques to build writing confidence.

Part 1 focuses on planning and structuring non-fiction texts for exam success, while Part 2 explores how teacher modelling and collaborative writing strategies can boost learners' writing skills in engaging and interactive ways.

This interactive course will support all practitioners delivering substantial maths content in how approaches to planning... more

This interactive course will support all practitioners delivering substantial maths content in how approaches to planning can support deeper learning and improve learner engagement. It will include how the use of assessment, feedback, and resources can be maximised and enable participants to gain a greater awareness of how they put together a lesson plan impacts on the learning that does or does not take place.

Student Governor Inductions are to help students understand their role within their college board. The inductions are... more

Student Governor Inductions are to help students understand their role within their college board. The inductions are delivered by the Association of Colleges on behalf of ETF.

All inductions are free. AoC will be hosting four online events.

This programme will create space for leaders to reflect on and share their journey towards self-awareness and positive... more

This programme will create space for leaders to reflect on and share their journey towards self-awareness and positive mental health. Through listening, learning and leading by example, a culture shift can be embedded, starting from the top.

There will be two round table webinars to spotlight effective practice in the sector and to support dialogue on the current issues impacting FE and skills providers. The roundtable events will support the development of guidance resources to aid the development of policy and strategy documents relating to each theme.

The Welcome to FE & Skills course from ETF supports new educators in the Further Education and Skills sector. It covers... more

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.

This course helps educators improve their teaching of maths to ESOL learners, who often face challenges due to language... more

This course helps educators improve their teaching of maths to ESOL learners, who often face challenges due to language barriers and varied cultural or educational backgrounds. It offers practical strategies to understand spiky profiles, build maths vocabulary, and apply effective assessment techniques. Teachers will be better prepared to create inclusive, supportive learning environments that boost learner confidence and achievement. The professional development provided will strengthen teaching practice and lead to better outcomes for both teachers and learners.

The Governors Inductions aim to help support new college governors gain a better understanding of their role and the further... more

The Governors Inductions aim to help support new college governors gain a better understanding of their role and the further education sector. These events are delivered by the Association of Colleges and are free to attend.

In 2025/26 eight Governor inductions will be delivered. The first four are available for booking and a further four dates will be available to book from 1 October 2025. These events are scheduled for:

Friday 28 November 2025

Tuesday 13 January 2026

Wednesday 4 February 2026

Friday 27 February 2026