Assessment Only
Are you an experienced unqualified teacher with a degree? Our Assessment Only route allows you to demonstrate that you already meet the Teachers’ Standards, without further training.
Not sure if you meet the criteria? Use our free pre-application checklist to see if you are eligible for our Assessment Only route.
Entry Requirements
What other criteria do I need to meet?
​To be eligible for our Assessment Only route, you must:
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be in paid employment as an unqualified teacher, with a school willing to support you through our course
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have been in employment as an unqualified teacher in at least two settings before your application. This will have involved planning, teaching and assessing whole classes in both schools.
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have a minimum of two years’ teaching experience as an unqualified teacher across the age ranges within your chosen age phase.
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have an enhanced DBS in place with the school in which you will be assessed​
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You must prove, through the interview process, both your suitability to teach and an ability to meet the standards for QTS without the need for any further training.
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If you do not meet the entry requirements for the Assessment Only route, please consider one of our primary teacher training courses as an alternative.
Application Process
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Step 1: Initial Enquiry
Complete our Pre-Application Checklist to ensure programme eligibility. Our team will then get in touch to discuss your eligibility, advise on compliance and provide appropriate documentation.
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Programme Details
Duration
The Assessment Only process begins once you are registered on the programme and assessment is concluded at the end of a 12 week period, in your current employment school.
Assessment Process
There are two assessment points during the programme:​
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Mid-point Assessment involving an observation and mentor meeting. The SCITT will review progress.
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Final Assessment will include an observation, interview and presentation demonstrating your evidence of meeting the Teachers’ Standards.