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WJEC runs a programme of INSET professional development to support teachers in delivering courses of study leading up to WJEC examinations.  The training courses are normally facilitated by WJEC's specialist subject officers and led by Chief or Principal Examiners. 

Courses are held throughout Wales and England, in comfortable hotels or conference centres.  Some are designed to introduce new specifications and others for sharing good practice or exchanging feedback on examinations.  There is an opportunity to network, as well as receive new educational materials and ideas.

The new professional development programme for September 2009 - September 2010 is now available, including a range of free courses to introduce WJEC's new core GCSE specifications (English, Mathematics, ICT, Welsh 1st & Welsh 2nd) for teaching from 2010 onwards.  Book now to avoid disappointment!!

Application forms

Application form (Adobe Acrobat PDF Format)

Application form (Microsoft Word Document)

Adobe Acrobat (PDF) and Microsoft Word versions of the application forms are available for printing and returning by mail to:

WJEC Western Avenue

Cardiff

CF5 2YX. 

For courses where a fee is charged, applications should include payment.  Online bookings will be invoiced as soon as the application is received.

Course Charges

Charges for the academic year September 2009 - July 2010 are as follows:

Full day courses: £120 or £110 if applications are received in the term prior to the course (this includes all web applications).

Half day courses: £65 or £55 if applications are received in the term prior to the course (this includes all web applications).

Charges for all remaing courses up to end of July 2009 remain at £105 per day/£65 per half day (this includes all web applications).

Courses introducing new specifications or procedures are free of charge.

INSET Packs

Additional INSET information packs can be provided on request.

Closing dates for application and confirmation

The closing date for receipt of applications is five days before each course.  Delegates who arrive at a venue without a confirmation may not be accommodated on the day. Please book early to guarantee a place.

Confirmation letters containing a map of the venue are sent two weeks before the course. Individual applicants should ensure that they have confirmation before attending a course.

Cancellation

In the event of non-attendance the full fee is payable. Places may be cancelled up to 24 hours before the meeting without cost.

Individual courses to be held in schools or colleges

In addition to the courses outlined here, WJEC may also be able to arrange an individual event in your school or LEA if requested.  The cost of such a course will depend on the personnel, materials and other requirements.

For more information, please contact the appropriate Subject Officer.