# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Teacher Training Open Evening
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Discover your path into teaching in Further Education and Lifelong Learning

Thinking about a career change? If you’re passionate about your subject and want a role where you can inspire others, teaching in the Further Education (FE) and Lifelong Learning sector could be your next step.

Our Teacher Training Open Evening is designed for people exploring a move into teaching—whether you’re coming from industry, returning to work, or simply looking for a more fulfilling and impactful career. At Barnfield College, in partnership with the University of Huddersfield, we offer professional teacher‑training qualifications that prepare you to teach young people and adults across FE colleges, sixth forms, adult education, community learning, workplace training, and more.

Who Should Attend?
This event is perfect for:
- Career changers ready to bring their professional expertise into the classroom
- Industry specialists looking to share their knowledge with the next generation
- Graduates considering a PGCE route into FE teaching
- Anyone curious about teaching in FE, adult education, community learning, or training environments

If you enjoy supporting others and want a career with purpose, FE teaching could be an excellent fit.

What to expect
Over the course of the evening, you'll find discover:
- Your training options – A clear overview of the CertEd and PGCE routes, with both full‑time and part‑time study available.
- What the courses involve – How practical teaching placements, real classroom experience, and specialist support help you build confidence.
- Entry requirements & support – Guidance on qualifications, funding, DBS checks, and the application process.
- Insights from experts – Hear from tutors and current trainees about studying and teaching in the FE and Lifelong Learning sector 
 
About the courses
In partnership with the University of Huddersfield, we offer two flexible, well‑respected routes into teaching in FE and Lifelong Learning:
- Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning) – Level 5 – A great choice if you don’t hold a degree but want a recognised qualification to teach in the FE and adult learning sector.

- PGCE (Lifelong Learning) – Ideal for graduates who want to teach learners aged 16+ across FE colleges, adult education, community learning, workplace training and more.

Both pathways provide:
- Extensive hands‑on teaching placements
- Support from experienced tutors and mentors
- Opportunities to develop subject‑specialist expertise
- A progression route toward QTLS status, the recognised benchmark for FE teaching

Book Now
Our Teacher Training Open Evening will give you everything you need to feel informed, confident, and excited about taking the first step.

Click here to book your place: https://tinyurl.com/3hh9tn8a
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/luton/teacher-training-open-evening/200029673678305
- **Event Categories**: Workshops
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Luton
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Barnfield College
- **lat**: 51.906591504081
- **long**: -0.42029142379761
- **full address**: Barnfield College, Luton, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Barnfield College (https://allevents.in/org/barnfield-college/13751295)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Barnfield College, Luton, United Kingdom
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Barnfield College
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Workshops
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Teacher Training Open Evening ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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