Middlesex University and Real Training are reviewing the programme which is due for re-validation in December 2022. We have decided we are likely to be making changes to the programme and we had hoped to bring forward the re-validation to November 2021. However due to the impact of the pandemic on our capacity we cannot now bring forward this re-validation and we will therefore consult and plan for updates and a probable re-validation in December 2022.
Given that we now know there are likely to be changes we have therefore decided that it is in the best interests of potential delegates that we do not take on new people. We have therefore decided to suspend new enrolments onto the programme. This means that unfortunately we will not be able to enrol new delegates onto the 15 October 2021 cohort.
Delegates who have joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies. We will consult current delegates who are also Middlesex University students, about any changes or proposed improvements to the programme.
Dr Jayne Osgood has been Professor of Education in the Centre for Education Research & Scholarship at Middlesex University since 2015. She started her research career in 1997 and has extensive experience of undertaking a wide range of funded research for various sponsors in the education sector.
The Gender and Sexuality module is aimed at those working with children and adolescents in a range of schools, children’s services and aligned organisations such as teachers, social workers and in special educational needs with a particular interest in practice that responds to the intersections between gender, sexuality, (in)equality and education.
The Gender and Sexuality online course aims to stimulate and equip students with the skills and knowledge to maintain a crucial dialogue around the state of gender and sexualities equality in the contemporary educational context.
The content will encourage students to deconstruct discursive practices within a very broad educational social arena encompassing children, adults, paid employees, volunteers, formal and informal spaces and compulsory and voluntary participation.
Heteronormativity will provide the main framework through which specific issues that relate to the educational identities and experiences of young people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) will be examined.
Students will learn to interact with the environment in order to positively support learners and their networks by drawing on best practice and evidence-based interventions.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – Enrolment on this course is currently suspended
Enrolment on this course is currently suspended Middlesex University and Real Training are currently reviewing this programme for re-validation. We are therefore no longer accepting enrolments. Delegates who have already joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@realgroup.co.uk or on +44(0)1273 35 8080.
On completion of the Gender and Sexuality module, the successful student will be able to:
On completion of the Gender and Sexuality distance learning module, the successful student will be able to:
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – Enrolment on this course is currently suspended
Enrolment on this course is currently suspended Middlesex University and Real Training are currently reviewing this programme for re-validation. We are therefore no longer accepting enrolments. Delegates who have already joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@realgroup.co.uk or on +44(0)1273 35 8080.
Module strands are designed to support the learner through the subject area:
Assessment is through three coursework assignments covering the learning outcomes and will consist of the following (numbers in brackets refer to learning outcomes assessed):
This assignment requires the student to gather existing information, guidance, legislation, research and data, to critically appraise or analyse it and present their conclusions.
Provision and Intervention: a critical review of how different cultural and community groups experience your setting and how local provision is used to enhance the learning experience. (4,5,6,7)
This assignment requires the student to gather information on their own or others’ practice, to review the basis of that practice and to critique it in the light of available theory.
Reflections on this module: a review of knowledge gained, perspectives changed and a plan for practice development. (1•7)
This assignment requires the delegate to reflect on their practice as they progress through the module, as well as on specific tasks or interventions they have observed or implemented. They will be expected to have made regular reflective notes as they progress, and to be able to critique these in the light of recent research on critical thinking and reflective practice.
You will need one to take this module.
You will get the most out of this module if you work in an education setting with children, young people or adults.
You will need to get written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting. We will show you the best way to do this, enabling you to carry out our learning activities in your chosen setting.
As part of this process, you will also need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Visit GOV.UK for more information.
The Gender and Sexuality course is available online and can therefore be completed anywhere in the world. Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – Enrolment on this course is currently suspended
Enrolment on this course is currently suspended Middlesex University and Real Training are currently reviewing this programme for re-validation. We are therefore no longer accepting enrolments. Delegates who have already joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@realgroup.co.uk or on +44(0)1273 35 8080.
Our Programme Prospectus will provide you with additional information on M-level practice-led learning modules in Leading Inclusive Education.