How to get into teaching and education without a degree?

Dream of becoming a teacher? But wondering how to become a teacher without a degree.

Teaching is a rewarding and graduate profession and it will be easy to get into teaching if you have a degree and have completed a teacher training course (AET - Former PTLLS).

However, some educational schools are allowed to hire teaching staff who are not formally qualified or have no A-levels. So, there are many ways to get into teaching without going to university and it totally depends on the qualifications and experience you currently have.

You could take a course - Level 3 AET/PTLLS Teacher Training Online or Classroom-based, so that you can study for your degree and learn the teaching qualification required to work as a teacher/trainer in further education.

Even there is a range of jobs to consider in a non-teaching role that is open to non-graduates, such as teaching assistant roles. Teaching as a career offers opportunities for both graduates and non-graduates.

Find out whether it’s possible to become a Teacher without A-Levels. Take a look below at the frequently asked questions about a teaching career qualification:

“Can I get into teaching or become a teacher without a degree?

The answer is Yes. There is a route into teaching without a degree but not without any type of undergraduate degree.

You need to obtain a qualified teacher status (QTS) to teach in most state schools or equivalent qualifications to obtain QTS. You also require to complete a teacher training program by an approved provider, which means qualifying through an assessment-only route.

The assessment-only route is appropriate for graduates who have enough teaching experience but haven’t taken a teacher training course; though, it is not an option for school leavers.

“What academic qualifications do I need to be a teacher?

In order to become a teacher, the entry requirements are:

• GCSEs Grade C/4 or above in exams for English and maths

• Gain the professional skills and pass the test in numeracy and literacy

• An undergraduate degree

“Do I need A-levels to be a teacher?

To pursue a career in teaching, there is no requirement for A-levels. If you decide to go to university and have GCSEs at grade C or above, you can simply take the Access to HE Diploma route, which will allow you to go to university. This diploma includes:

• 3 study skills modules.

• 17 modules on concepts of education, child psychology, disability, play, and safeguarding.

“Why should you study Level 3 AET/PTLLS Teacher Training Course with Bright Learning Centre?

1. At Bright Learning, you can complete Teacher Training Course Online or by Classroom-Based Learning in Leicester. With the distance learning option, you can study from the comfort of your own home with a flexible study schedule.

2. No need to travel to the local college, or any other training provider.

3. You have Tutor's Support & Guidance and access to the full course material, PowerPoint presentation, hand-outs for your Micro-teaching session.

4. If you study the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET/PTLLS) with Bright Learning, you will also benefit from Functional Skills English and Maths courses. Functional skills are also the required training for teachers.

5. The Classroom-based training will include sessions by a qualified trainer, lesson planning, group discussions, assessment planning, and inclusive teaching techniques.

6. Our course is made up of three 3 modules and will be completed in 3 consecutive days.