Queen Alexandra Sixth Form College is the ideal bridge between school and university.

At Queen Alexandra Sixth Form College, we understand that moving on to do your A Levels is a big step, that's why we have greater one-to-one support to make sure that you get the opportunity to fulfil your potential in a supportive atmosphere.

Visit www.queenalex.co.uk for more information about the College and the range of courses provided.

Part-time courses at TyneMet

We offer a wide variety of part-time courses to help you to enhance your CV, progress in your career or simply try out a new hobby.

All of our part-time courses are listed by subject area and you can find these by choosing a department in the 'vocational courses' menu.

Work-based Learning

Are you an Individual looking for an Apprenticeship?
TyneMet College offers a wide choice of Apprenticeship programmes, providing a friendly, personal service to help you to progress your career and continue to build your qualifications.

Are you an employer looking for training solutions?
TyneMet College offers a wide range of training solutions to help businesses to grow and prosper. We recognise that the greatest asset of any business is its staff and we are committed to working alongside you to release their potential.

Higher Education

Studying a Foundation Degree, HEFD, HNC, HND or Diploma at TyneMet College opens up lots of exciting career opportunities for you. TyneMet has strong partnerships with regional universities with a wide choice of courses that are flexible to fit around your lifestyle and career aspirations. Award winning teachers are here to support you throughout your studies and all of our Foundation Degrees and Teaching qualifications are awarded by the University of Sunderland.

All of our Higher Education courses are listed by subject area and you can find these by choosing a department in the 'vocational courses' menu.

If you'd prefer to view a list of all our Higher Education courses then simply click below.

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TEACHING at TyneMet

INTRODUCTION

Teaching is a very rewarding profession in which you get the opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives. Teaching offers you fantastic career prospects and development opportunities in an ever-changing sector full of chances to be creative and to help others to learn and gain skills for their future.

WHY study TEACHING at TyneMet?

TyneMet College has an unrivalled reputation for its excellent quality teaching qualifications. We place a lot of emphasis on teaching practice and innovative methods of engaging with learners inside the classroom.

TyneMet's higher level teaching qualifications are awarded by the University of Sunderland. This means we can offer you great progression opportunities to top up your qualification through our partnership with the University.

MEET the team

Christine Thompson
Head of Department for Preparation for Life and Work. This encompasses a broad range of provision including: Foundation Learning for learners with learning difficulties and disabilities, English for Speakers of Other Languages, Adult Skills for Life (Functional English and Maths), Education and training including Classroom Support Assistants, Initial Teacher Training and Higher Education.
This encompasses 16 - 18 provision as well as Adult learning, Apprenticeships and full time and part time courses.

Doug Hallam
Doug is responsible for the students on the Foundation Degree in Education and Care, teaching on the 1st and 2nd year of the course, he also looks after the Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work. Doug works P/T with us at TyneMet and in the professional sector as a Youth Democracy Coordinator with the British Youth Council in the North East.

Fiona Lawrence
Fiona is the Assistant Programme Leader and teaches on the PGCE/Cert Ed. Fiona is also course leader on the PTLLS and DTLLS programmes (Preparing to Teach/Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector) as well as the Assessor and Verifier awards.

Jill Hamilton
Responsible for all learners on teaching assistant courses including apprentices. Teaching on Level 2 and Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools and the Diploma in Specialist Support.

Steven Fletcher
Steven is course leader for the BA (hons) Education and Training course and also teaches on the PGCE, Cert Ed and Level 2 Teaching Assistant courses.

School Leaver	Full-time vocational courses A Levels Apprenticeships
Adult	Part-time courses Higher Education Apprenticeships
Employer	Work based training Apprenticeships Tailored training courses Short training courses

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Vocational Courses at TyneMet

Queen Alexandra Sixth Form College is the ideal bridge between school and university.

Part-time courses at TyneMet

Work-based Learning

Higher Education

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Campus Life isn't all about study - a good mix of work and play is always on the timetable.

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