Postgraduate Certificates

PGCerts can be achieved by studying either a 60-credit module, or a specific combination of two 30 credit modules.

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*
• Gender and Sexuality
• Leadership of Inclusive Practice (30 credits)*
• Learning Conversations, Mentoring and Coaching
• Mathematical Understanding and Teaching Methods
• Maths Teaching and Dynamic Assessment*
• 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:

• Auditing and Leading Improvement*
• iSENCO
• Leading Inclusive Practice (60 credit)
• NASENCO

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!

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.

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.

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:  

• Mathematical Understanding and Teaching Methods
• Maths Teaching and Dynamic Assessment

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.

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.