Continuing Professional Development
CPD is so important for teaching, and I imagine this is the same for other professions - keeping up with the latest innovations and trends.
Of course, whilst most of my CPD may be related to education, I also undertake other courses too.
Courses Completed (In the past few years)
Google Educator Level 1 Certification (Google for Education)
This examination demonstrates proficiency and provides recognition for expertise in using Google in Education products.
I took the 3 hour exam on 11/11/2020, and I was told I may have to wait up to 14 days for the result. As it was, I found out on 14/11/2020 that I have passed.
How to Teach Online: Providing Continuity for Students (Future Learn)
Education Research That Matters: Doing Research In Your Learning Community (University of Birmingham)
The Online Educator: People and Pedagogy (The Open University)
This course focused on designing engaging courses, making teaching more inclusive, navigating online research ethics and shaping digital identity.
Duration: 4 weeks
Weekly study: 4 hours
Create A Professional Online Presence (University of Leeds)
This course asked whether an individual's social media presence reflect who they are as a professional, and helped to build their online presence to boost their employability.
Duration: 2 weeks
Weekly study: 2 hours
Professional Diploma in Coaching (Shaw Academy)
COMPLETED (with Distinction)
This course is about becoming an influential coach, learning how to effectively promote and encourage other's personal and professional growth.
Duration: 12 Weeks
Weekly study: 3 hours
Child Protection in Education (TES Develop)
Online Safety (TES Develop)
Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People (TES Develop)
Infection Prevention & Control in Education (TES Develop)
A Practical Guide to the GDPR for Education (TES Develop)
The Prevent Duty (TES Develop)
Health & Safety in Education: Staff Awareness (TES Develop)
Supporting Staff Wellbeing in Schools (TES Develop)
Effective Questioning (TES Develop)
Theories of Learning (TES Develop)
First Aid for Childminders and Early Years Staff - Blended learning 12 hour Full Paediatric First Aid certificate (Online First Aid)
Courses Currently Taking
Start Writing Fiction (The Open University)
This course is about getting started with fiction writing, focusing on the central skill of creating characters.
Duration: 8 Weeks
Weekly study: 3 hours
Genealogy: Researching Your Family Tree (University of Strathclyde)
This course develops an understanding of genealogy, how to research your family tree and share the results.
Duration: 6 Weeks
Weekly study: 4 hours
