Lifelong learning
Train to teach in the Lifelong Learning sector
Lifelong Learning prepares you to teach and support learners aged 16 and over across a wide range of settings - including further education colleges, sixth forms, adult and community learning, offender education, and workplace training.
At the University of Huddersfield, we offer a range of Lifelong Learning teacher training courses, including PGCE and CertEd routes, tailored to suit different qualification levels, career stages, and professional goals. Whether you're new to teaching or already working in education, our programmes are designed to help you develop the skills, confidence, and credentials to thrive in this rewarding sector
What you'll gain from our Lifelong Learning courses
- Recognised Teaching Qualification - graduate with a nationally recognised qualification and the opportunity to apply for QTLS status, a professional benchmark for teaching in the post-16 sector.
- Hands-on Teaching Experience - build practical skills through real-world teaching placements in further education and lifelong learning settings.
- Inclusive Teaching Expertise - learn how to plan effective lessons, manage diverse classrooms, and support learners from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Flexible Study Options - choose full-time or part-time routes designed to fit around your work and life commitments.
- Professional Learning Community - collaborate with fellow trainees and experienced tutors from across industries.
- Strong Career Prospects - enter a high-demand sector with opportunities to teach in colleges, adult education, prisons, and workplace training.
Explore our Lifelong Learning courses and funding options
We're Ofsted graded GOOD
2024 rankings
The Teacher Education provision within the School of Business, Education and Law at the University of Huddersfield has been graded as GOOD across all phases: Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Lifelong Learning.
Hear more from our CertEd and PGCE graduates
Dawn Furner
Lifelong Learning CertEd graduate, Dawn reflects on how the course has helped her grow both academically and professionally.
Joel Proger
Joel is studying the Lifelong Learning CertEd course. He reflects how the course has deepened his understanding of teaching methods.
Sarah Hall
Sarah graduated from the Lifelong Learning PGCE course. She shares the invaluable support she's had from her mentors and tutors.
Meet our Lifelong Learning Team
Our Lifelong Learning team consists of experienced academics who have worked in the sector themselves, ensuring you’re taught by professionals with real-world insight and practical expertise.
Dr Gwyneth Allatt
Course Leader for Pre-service PGCE / Cert Ed Lifelong Learning
Dr Gwyneth, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield since 2002, previously worked in libraries, administration, and Further Education. She earned her Doctorate in Education in 2019, specialising in adult literacy.
Dr Heather Booth-Martin
University Practitioner for Pre-service PGCE / Cert Ed Lifelong Learning
Dr Heather has taught in Further Education for over thirty years and is Centre Manager at Shipley College. She earned her Doctorate in Education in 2024, focusing on how teacher educators model values in Further Education.
Marta Menor-Rodriguez
Senior Lecturer for Pre-Service PGCE / CertEd Lifelong Learning
Marta has taught in further education for 21 years and has over 15 years' experience as a teacher educator and curriculum leader, teaching in a range of undergraduate programmes.
Find out more information
Why study Teacher Training at Huddersfield?
Our Teacher Training subject page discusses the benefits of training at Huddersfield and answers some common queries about our courses.
Fees and finance
Read more about our fees and finance options, including undergraduate and postgraduate advice to help you prepare for your Lifelong Learning course.
Attend an Event to Explore Lifelong Learning
Meet staff, discover courses, and get your questions answered at our on-campus or online events. They're a great way to learn more about training as a teacher with us.