Thinking about a career change or ready to take the next step after university? This is your chance to explore what teaching could look like for you.

Join us at Gower College Swansea’s PGCE and Teaching Open Evening, where you’ll experience what it’s really like to train as a teacher and explore whether this rewarding career could be the perfect fit for you.

At this event you will:

• Meet our expert teaching team
• Hear real stories from graduates and those who’ve successfully moved into teaching
• Find out how to balance study with work, family, and other commitments
• Get clear guidance on funding, finance, and entry routes into teaching
• Explore how your current skills and experience from industry can transfer into teaching
• Discover what teaching opportunities are available at Gower College Swansea.

Whether you’re coming from industry, a support role, or a recent degree, this event is designed to help you explore your next steps with confidence.

Who is it for?

• Graduates ready to turn their degree into a professional teaching career
• Support staff and teaching professionals ready to progress into qualified teaching
• Those with a career in industry looking to bring that experience into the classroom.

Ask questions, try activities, and leave with a clear answer to the question: “Can I become a teacher?”

About the PCE/PGCE programmes

The PCE/PGCE are nationally recognised teaching qualifications designed for those interested in pursuing a rewarding career in Further Education.

The programme begins in September and runs over two academic years on a part-time basis. Find out more and apply on our website.

We offer two qualifications depending on your background and the subject you wish to teach:

1. Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (ProfGCE) for Post Compulsory Education and Training (PCET)
   For those who hold a degree and wish to teach subjects such as Business, Health and Social Care, Media, Law, Engineering, or IT.
2. Professional Certificate in Education (PCE) for Post Compulsory Education and Training (PCET)
   For those looking to teach vocational subjects that typically require relevant industry experience and qualifications rather than a degree, such as Hair and Beauty, Construction, or Motor Vehicle Maintenance.