Professional learning for teachers: your guide
At WJEC, we provide professional learning for teachers that is designed around our qualifications, specifications and assessment requirements. Delivered by subject experts with extensive curriculum and assessment knowledge, our professional learning courses help teachers build confidence, deepen subject understanding and support student success at every stage of their teaching career.
If you are new to WJEC, preparing students for assessment, or looking to enhance your classroom practice, our professional learning for educators offers practical, qualification-focused guidance that you can apply immediately.
What Is Professional Learning for Teachers?
Professional learning refers to an ongoing process of growth, reflection and development that helps teachers strengthen their knowledge, skills and practice. Effective teacher professional learning is sustained over time and focused on improving outcomes for both teachers and learners, which makes it different to standalone training sessions.
Professional learning is collaborative, evidence-informed and embedded within everyday teaching practice. Rather than being a one-off event, professional learning encourages teachers to continually evaluate, refine and develop their approaches.
You may also hear the term continuing professional learning (CPL) or continuous professional learning. Both refer to the ongoing development of professional knowledge and expertise throughout a teacher's career. Professional learning and development supports teachers in responding to curriculum changes, assessment updates and evolving educational priorities.
Why Engage in Professional Learning with WJEC?
WJEC’s professional learning is designed specifically for teachers delivering our qualifications. Our courses focus directly on the specifications, assessment criteria and mark schemes that matter most in the classroom, which makes them different from generic professional learning courses for teachers.
1. Qualification-Focused Expertise
Our professional learning courses are created and delivered by subject specialists who understand WJEC qualifications in depth and can provide practical guidance aligned to current requirements.
2. Assessment Insight
Gain valuable understanding of assessment expectations, marking approaches and common learner challenges, to help you prepare students more effectively for examination success.
3. Practical Classroom Application
Every course is designed to provide relevant, actionable strategies that teachers can use immediately to support teaching, learning and assessment.
How We Deliver Professional Learning
We offer a range of flexible professional learning solutions to suit different learning preferences, schedules and professional development goals.
Free Online Webinars
Our free online webinars cover feedback on the most recent assessments, outline key points from principal examiner/moderator reports and offering valuable insights into preparing learners for upcoming assessments. Our webinars are Ideal for busy educators as you can attend remotely, and they often include opportunities for questions and discussion.
Face-to-Face Courses
Our in-person professional learning courses offer a collaborative learning experience where teachers can engage directly with subject experts and fellow practitioners. These sessions provide practical guidance, discussion opportunities and deeper exploration of qualification requirements.
On-Demand Resources
For teachers who prefer flexible learning, our on-demand professional learning education resources can be accessed at a time that suits you. These materials support ongoing professional learning and allow teachers to revisit key content whenever needed.
Explore our full range of professional learning courses across subjects, qualification levels and delivery formats.
Professional Learning for Every Stage of Your Teaching Career
New to WJEC
If you are teaching a WJEC qualification for the first time, our professional learning courses provide essential guidance on specifications, assessment requirements and classroom delivery.
Experienced Teachers
Build on your existing expertise through advanced professional learning opportunities that explore assessment developments, curriculum changes and effective teaching strategies.
Considering Switching to WJEC
If you’re thinking about introducing a WJEC qualification, our professional learning for teachers can help you understand the structure, content and assessment approach of our qualifications, supporting a smooth transition.
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You can also explore our full range of qualifications to discover how WJEC supports teachers and learners across a wide range of subjects and levels.
FAQs About Professional Learning for Teachers
What is professional learning for teachers?
Professional learning for teachers is the development of knowledge, skills and classroom practice throughout a teaching career. It focuses on sustained improvement that supports both teacher development and student outcomes.
What are the types of professional learning?
Professional learning can take many forms, including online webinars, face-to-face training, on-demand resources and collaborative learning opportunities. Many teachers use a mix of formats to support their professional growth.
What is professional learning for teachers in Wales?
Professional learning refers to activities that help teachers develop their knowledge, skills and professional practice, and can include training courses, webinars, workshops and other learning opportunities.
What professional learning is available for teachers in Wales?
Teachers in Wales can access a range of professional learning opportunities, including subject-specific training, assessment support and leadership development. WJEC offers qualification-focused courses, webinars and resources delivered by subject experts.
Do teachers have to do professional learning in Wales?
While there is no legal requirement for teachers in Wales to complete a specific number of CPD hours, ongoing professional learning is encouraged and supported by schools as part of professional development.
What is continuous professional learning?
Continuous professional learning (CPL) is the process of developing professional knowledge and expertise throughout a teaching career, and focuses on continuous improvement through learning, reflection and practical application.
How do I book a teacher training course with WJEC?
You can book an WJEC professional learning course by browsing the available training opportunities on this page and selecting the course that best matches your subject and teaching needs.