<h2>QTS without PGCE</h2>		
			<h3>Course Description</h3>		
		This programme is designed for people with considerable school-based experience to gain QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) without an academic award such as a PGCE. The intention is to certify the teaching of those already employed in schools, against the Teachers' Standards. Candidates must have experience of teaching the English National Curriculum across at least two age and ability ranges in two different settingsThis is a very demanding course however high quality professional and personal support will be provided by TFoIS link tutors and school mentors. The Individual Development Portfolio (IDP) will require you to reflect on your personal and professional development and to set targets accordingly with the support of your mentor and link tutor.		
			<h3>Assessment</h3>		
		The current Teachers’ Standards are assessed in one school placement and you must achieve a judgement of at least satisfactory to be recommended for QTS. Judgements of your attainment will be a joint decision between your school mentor and TFoIS link tutor.		
			<h3>Eligibility Criteria</h3>		
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										The minimum criteria for students to be admitted to the course are as follows:
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										Successful completion of an Honours degree in an applicable subject area, usually class 2:1 or above, awarded by a United Kingdom Higher Education institution with degree awarding powers, or equivalent qualification
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										Grade C at GCSE level in Mathematics and Science, Grade B (preferred) at GCSE level in English  and/or their equivalents
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										Potential international students’ qualifications will be checked by NARIC for appropriate equivalency
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										Students should also:
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										 Be able to communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written Standard English
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										Have considerable, relevant school experience, determined on an individual basis and by how well they do at entry re the benchmarking and portfolio of evidence against the Standards
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		In terms of assessment, the current Teachers’ Standards are assessed in one school placement and students must achieve a judgement of at least satisfactory to be recommended for QTS. Judgements of students’ attainment will be a joint decision between TFoIS staff and the Accredited College tutor.​		
			<h3>Fee Structure</h3>		
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										There is no funding for this programme; either you or your school must meets the costs:
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										The Support Programme fee is £2000 
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										QTS Application Fee of £200
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										Evidence Portfolio Assesment £500
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