CPD Award Computing Studies for Teachers

This CPD Award Computing Studies for Teachers course is designed to help qualified primary and secondary school teachers develop the general knowledge and skills required to deliver the computing curriculum up to SCQF Level 3.

Provider

Inverness College, Inverness

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This course is available on the Inverness College website.

Description

Set up as a part-time, rolling programme with one module being offered each semester, you will complete both of the following modules in year one:

Database & Computer Systems

This module will cover the basics of computer systems and how the various hardware and software elements interact. Subjects covered include data representation and number systems, computer structure and the environmental impact of such.

Coding and Web Technologies

This module will develop knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills related to modern Web Design and Software Development. Students will also learn best-practice techniques to build Websites and Web Apps using HTML and CSS in combination with a programming language to build and test software.

Although the focus of the course will be on developing skills, knowledge and understanding to teach general computing skills, you will be encouraged to explore teaching methodologies, develop and share learning activities and resources, and develop ideas on how to put these into practice.

Applicants must be:

About Inverness College

We offer the complete learner journey, available to you at any stage of your training and development - from courses for senior phase school pupils to further education, apprenticeships, short courses, undergraduate higher education and growing postgraduate and research activity.

Whether you're leaving school, looking to upskill or retrain, we provide choice and flexibility, including part-time and online learning options, so you can create your own unique learning journey. You can:

Choose from a range of college and university level programmes;
Get credit for your prior learning and experience;
Enter at a level which suits your abilities;
Progress though SCQF levels from one programme to the next;
And exit with a qualification when the time is right for you.

And with personalised support throughout your studies, we're here to help you succeed in whatever you want to achieve.

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