This course enables you to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). It equips you to teach National Curriculum science at Key Stages 3 and 4 and to teach chemistry at higher level Key Stage 4 and post-16 teaching. Chemistry teachers are in high demand, so the job prospects when you qualify are very good. And since chemistry is a priority subject, you could be eligible for a tax-free bursary of up to £25,000. During the course you develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to teach pupils of all abilities by • enhancing your subject knowledge and skills • learning to use relevant literature, research and educational theories relating to teaching science and the wider curriculum • building your confidence and enthusiasm to become a successful teacher of pupils at all levels of ability • developing a wide range of interactive and engaging teaching strategies • developing your classroom management and behaviour management skills • using a variety of techniques for monitoring pupils' progress • learning about the wider role of teachers in school • learning about the way schools and the education system function • understanding how to apply your skills and knowledge in a school setting • developing your evaluation and critical reflection skills • meeting the QTS standard for teachers With our PGCE you complete two periods of school-based training in 11–16, 11–18 or post-16 settings. This allows you to experience the full progression through at least two key stages. In total you spend around 120 days on school-based training.