Back to School

Yes September the 5th I start my Graduate Teacher Programme at Pool Hayes Arts and Community School with Newman University Birmingham. I finally got qualified (it only took 7 years!!!!) and I got a place at one of the countries outstanding training providers in the UK with a salary and training grant. So what a great 6months I have had.

I went through a lengthy process to get where I am now and some of you reading this may want to go into the teaching profession like myself. I will be posting some posts on the whole application process.

My posts will cover

What is the difference between a PGCE and a GTP?
Which one is best for me?
Putting together a strong personal statement and CV.
Looking for a PGCE course.
Finding GTP providers.
The September 2012 GTTR application.
Interviews.
Presentations
Plan B
Plan C!!
GTP providers and the TDA
Making the right choice
Paperwork
GTC application

These are just a few areas that I will write about. I hope you find it useful as all of this was overwhelming when I first started to apply for courses. I also know that it is time consuming and difficult to motivate yourself into doing as most of you will be completing your degree. However if you don't you will be too late as these courses and places get snapped up before you know it, believe me it happened to me.

I will be posting soon, take care

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