CT2 Expertise in Teaching Certificate

Suitable for: Practising classroom teachers, middle leaders and senior leaders with classroom teaching responsibilities.

Embed learning from research and showcase your teaching expertise.

This certified online course will enable you to take your research engagement further as you explore education research and apply what you learn directly to your classroom practice.

The Expertise in Teaching Certificate is designed to fit with your existing professional development priorities meaning you can choose to focus on an aspect of pedagogy that is important to you – and which will make a real difference to the pupils you teach.

Over a period of around four months, you will engage with research and evidence and undertake wider professional learning as appropriate to build your understanding of effective practice in relation to your chosen pedagogical focus. You’ll then dedicate time to apply what you have learnt utilising deliberate practice; you will identify clear goals that will help you to systematically hone your skills and embed your chosen approach within your teaching, adding to your pedagogical repertoire.

Please note: In undertaking this assessment unit you will be required to seek feedback on your teaching from a colleague, coach or mentor.

We offer three cohorts throughout the year, giving you the flexibility to start your learning at a time that suits you. Please see the enrolment deadlines and cohort start dates below.

Autumn cohort: Enrol by 21st September 2026, Cohort begins 28th September 2026
Spring cohort: Enrol by 14th December 2026, Cohort begins 11th January 2027
Summer cohort: Enrol by 22nd February 2027, Cohort begins, 1st March 2027