Our Courses – Train to Teach at AMP SCITT
AMP SCITT offers a range of teacher training pathways designed to help aspiring teachers gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for a successful career in education.
Whether you are a graduate taking your first step into teaching, a career changer looking for a new challenge, or an experienced educator seeking accreditation, our school-led programmes provide high-quality training, expert mentoring and extensive classroom experience.
Explore our training routes below to find the pathway that is right for you.y.
Primary Teacher Training
Our Primary Teacher Training programme prepares trainees to teach across the primary age range, developing the knowledge and skills required to inspire and support young learners. Through a combination of centre-based training and school placements, trainees gain experience across the primary curriculum while developing expertise in teaching, assessment, behaviour management and adaptive practice.
Suitable for:
Graduates seeking Qualified Teacher Status
Career changers entering the teaching profession
Individuals passionate about working with children aged 5–11
Secondary Teacher Training
Our Secondary Teacher Training programme provides subject-specific training for graduates who want to teach their specialist subject in secondary schools. Trainees develop strong subject pedagogy alongside practical classroom experience, supported by expert mentors and subject specialists throughout the programme.
Suitable for:
Graduates with a degree related to their chosen subject
Career changers with subject expertise
Individuals seeking a rewarding career working with young people aged 11–16
SEND Teacher Training
Our SEND pathway provides opportunities to develop specialist knowledge and experience in supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. Working alongside experienced practitioners, trainees gain valuable insight into inclusive practice, adaptive teaching and strategies that enable all learners to achieve success.
Suitable for:
Applicants with an interest in inclusive education
Those seeking experience within specialist settings
Future teachers committed to supporting diverse learner needs
Teacher Apprenticeship Route
Our Teacher Apprenticeship route allows trainees to earn while they learn, combining employment in a school with structured teacher training leading to Qualified Teacher Status. Apprentices benefit from practical experience, professional development and mentoring while working within a school environment.
Suitable for:
Existing school staff
Teaching assistants and support staff
Individuals seeking a salaried route into teaching
Find out more about Teacher Apprenticeship courses
Assessment Only Route
The Assessment Only route is designed for experienced, unqualified teachers who can already demonstrate that they meet all of the Teachers’ Standards. This pathway provides an opportunity to gain Qualified Teacher Status without undertaking a full teacher training programme.
Suitable for:
Experienced unqualified teachers
Teachers working in schools who already meet the Teachers’ Standards
Candidates seeking QTS through assessment of existing practice
Find out more about the Assessment Only Route
Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE)
Subject Knowledge Enhancement courses are designed to help prospective trainee teachers strengthen their subject knowledge before starting teacher training. These courses support applicants who have the potential to become excellent teachers but would benefit from additional preparation in their chosen subject.
Suitable for:
Applicants requiring additional subject knowledge before training
Career changers with relevant but non-specialist qualifications
Prospective secondary trainees
Which Route Is Right for You?
If you are unsure which training route best suits your experience and career goals, our team is happy to help.
Contact us via tel. 0151 832 4340 or email teachertraining@ampscitt.co.ukto discuss your options, arrange a meeting, or explore our individual course pages to learn more about each pathway.
