Would you like to better understand your students’ needs, while also gaining a useful qualification? Then why don’t you consider studying a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert)?
A PGCert comprises 60 level 7 credits and is available on all of our Masters programmes; SEND and Inclusion, Inclusive Educational Leadership, Autism, Educational Assessment and Pastoral Care.
All our modules are 30 or 60 credits, allowing you to pick and choose which you would prefer to study and specialise in.
Our postgraduate programmes are developed, delivered and assessed by Real Training and are awarded and quality assured by Middlesex University.
Which Postgraduate Certificates can be achieved?
Which Postgraduate Certificates can be achieved?
PGCerts can be achieved by studying either a 60-credit module, or a specific combination of two 30 credit modules.
| Qualification | Modules required |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion |
Any two 30 credit modules of your choice (see the full list below) Or |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Autism | Autism Spectrum Conditions + Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion (with a focus on Autism) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Assessment | Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)* or Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A)*
+ |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Cognition and Learning | Cognition & Learning + Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion (with a focus on Cognition and Learning) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Dyslexia – Leadership & Intervention | Dyslexia – Leadership and Intervention + Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion (with a focus on Dyslexia – Leadership and Intervention) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: International Award for SEN Coordination | International Award in SEN Coordination (iSENCO) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: National Award for SEN Coordination | National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Pastoral |
One module from: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH) | Cross-Cultural Issues in SEND | Migration and Language Acquisition | Senior Mental Health Lead Advanced Award + Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion (with a focus on Pastoral) Or Any two 30 credit modules from our core Pastoral modules |
| PGCert in SEND & Inclusion: Psychology for Education | Psychology for Education
+ Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion (with a focus on Psychology for Education) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Speech, Language and Communication Needs | Speech, Language and Communication Needs + Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion (with a focus on Speech, Language and Communication Needs) |
| PGCert in SEND and Inclusion: Dyslexia Specialist Assessment (Please note: This PGCert cannot be completed within 12 months) |
Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) or Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A) |
| PGCert in Inclusive Educational Leadership |
Leading Inclusive Practice (60 credits) Or Leading Inclusive Practice (30 credits) + RPL from any leadership NPQ (30 credits) |
| PGCert in Specialist Teaching for Maths-related Difficulties |
Mathematical Understanding and Teaching Methods + |
What modules do we offer?
What modules do we offer?
Our 30 credit modules can be combined as outlined above to give you the PGCert that meets your specific needs and interests
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- Cognition & Learning
- Cross-Cultural Issues in SEND
- Dyslexia – Leadership and Intervention
- Dyslexia – Professional Report Writing*
- Enhancing Assessment Practice*
- Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion*
- Leading Inclusive Practice (30 credits)*
- Coaching and Mentoring in Education
- Mathematical Understanding and Teaching Methods
- Maths Teaching and Intervention Planning*
- Migration and Language Acquisition
- Psychology for Education
- Senior Mental Health Leadership Advanced Award
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs
Other modules which provide credits include Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) – either as a standalone course or as part of the Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A). The Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion module is worth 30 credits that can be put towards a PGCert in one of the specialist subjects listed above.
*Please note: Dyslexia – Professional Report Writing, Auditing and Leading Improvement, Leadership of Inclusive Practice, Enhancing Assessment Practice and Maths Teaching and Dynamic Assessment have particular eligibility requirements. Please see these course pages to find out more.
Our 60 credit modules can also be studied in order to achieve a PGCert. Choose from:
Can I later put my credits towards a Masters of Education in SEND?
Can I later put my credits towards a Masters of Education in SEND?
Yes! You can put your credits from a PGCert towards a higher qualification. You may wish to continue on to achieve a PGDip (120 credits) or MEd (180 credits). Or, if you would like a break from studying, you can exit the programme with your PGCert and rejoin at a later date, provided that you are rejoining within 5 years from when your PGCert was achieved.
A PGCert is made up of 60 credits. Study 60 more credits to achieve a PGDip, however please note that you will need to complete either NASENCO, iSENCO, Leadership of Inclusive Practice, Auditing and Leading Improvement or the Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion module as part of your PGDip. When you are ready, build further by taking the 60 credit Enquiry-Based Practice module, to achieve a Masters in SEND and Inclusion or Inclusive Educational Leadership!
Are you eligible?
Are you eligible?
You will need to hold an undergraduate degree.
You will need to be working in an educational setting for this programme.
If you aren’t currently working in an educational setting you will need written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting. We can 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.
Please note: Some of our modules have specific eligibility requirements. Please check the course pages for more information.
Are you based in an international setting?
Are you based in an international setting?
This programme is available online and can therefore be completed anywhere in the world. The programme content is designed and written with both UK and international settings in mind.
Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.
How long does it take?
How long does it take?
It depends. You’ll have up to 12 months to complete each module – this is the case for both our 30 credit* and 60 credit modules. For those completing two 30 credit modules for their PGCert, many of our delegates choose to study both modules in a year but this could be spread over 2 years if you prefer.* The only exceptions are the following two 30 credit modules for which you have up to 6 months to complete each:
How much does it cost?
How much does it cost?
We offer a flexible range of fees to suit your finances. Please refer to the module pages to see the cost of each individual module.
The cost of a PGCert with Real Training (made up of 60 credits) varies, typically you could expect it to cost between £2,495 + VAT and £2,990 + VAT.
To find out the exact cost, visit the module pages linked above.
Speak to us on +44 (0)1273 358080 or make a booking.
How do I apply?
How do I apply?
Fill out our booking form here. You don’t have to book all modules at one time, you can book for your first module now and book your second module at a later date when you’re ready.
Please note, this programme is currently subject to approval.