We support teaching and learning staff in enhancing their practice and understanding through structured development courses, and in gaining accreditation of their teaching experience by Advance HE as Fellows of the Higher Education Academy.
We offer two accredited cohort programmes for those looking to develop their practice and understanding, depending on your level of experience and the degree of study you wish to undertake.
We also provide a Recognition Scheme for those looking to make a direct application for Fellowship on the basis of their existing experience.
| Programme | Taught? | Accreditation | Other qualification | Length | Commitment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Teaching & Learning Recognition Scheme |
No | D1 (AFHEA) D2 (FHEA) D3 (SFHEA) |
4 months | 3-5 days | |
| Advancing Educational Practice Programme | Yes | D2 (FHEA) | 9 months | 10 days | |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning in Higher Education | Yes | D2 (FHEA) | Postgraduate Certificate; Master's-level qualification equivalent to 60 credits at FHEQ Level 7 |
12 months | 35 days |
You can find out more about each of these programmes below and at the links provided.
Cambridge Teaching & Learning Recognition Scheme
This scheme is for colleagues with teaching and reflective experience who wish to apply directly for accreditation as a Fellow of the HEA.
You will receive tailored support in drafting an application over the course of one term. It is not a taught developmental course, but you are expected to attend a series of three face-to-face sessions designed to support you in writing your application.
- Four months
- We are able to support applications for Associate Fellow (D1), Fellow (D2) and Senior Fellow (D3)
- Requires 3-5 days of your time attending the three face-to-face sessions, engaging with the literature and drafting your application
Advancing Educational Practice Programme
This taught programme is aimed primarily at colleagues early in their career with substantive teaching or learning support responsibilities, such as early-career lecturers or researchers, College Teaching Officers and academic-related or support staff with roles involving substantial teaching or learning support.
- Nine months
- Accredited at D2 (Fellow of the HEA)
- Requires around 10 days of your time preparing for and attending the six face-to-face sessions, and engaging with the assignments and development exercises
Find out more about the Advancing Educational Practice Programme
Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning in Higher Education
This taught course is designed for Cambridge staff spanning a range of disciplines and professional services, including University and College academics, professional staff supporting learning, and postdoctoral researchers. Participants normally have at least three years’ experience of teaching in higher education.
- Twelve months
- Accredited at D2 (Fellow of the HEA)
- Requires around 35 days of your time preparing for and attending the five face-to-face sessions, and engaging with the assignments and development exercises
- Master's-level qualification equivalent to 60 credits at FHEQ Level 7
Fellowship of the HEA: Guidance
This Moodle site pulls together information on the various accreditation routes available to you, and provides guidance on making a direct application to Advance HE - though we recommend that you participate in the Recognition Scheme (above) instead in order to receive tailored support, if possible.