Program Overview

Pedagogic Professional Examination Professional Further Education Course

Introduction

The Pedagogus Examination is a postgraduate training program designed for individuals who have already obtained a teaching degree. The program aims to provide advanced training in pedagogy and education, enabling participants to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to become qualified pedagogical experts.

Program Details

• Program Name: Pedagogical Examination Vocational Continuing Education Course
• Degree Awarded: Qualified teacher (with the specified field of study)
• Field of Study: Teacher Training
• Admission Requirements:
  • A master's degree in teaching (MA) from the 2006 or later higher education system
  • A college-level teaching degree from the pre-2006 higher education system
  • A university-level teaching degree from the pre-2006 higher education system
  • For certain fields (e.g., teacher of special education, kindergarten teacher, pedagogue), a bachelor's or master's degree in the relevant field
• Program Duration: 4 semesters, consisting of 2 semesters of common training and 2 semesters of specialized training
• Credits Required: 120 credits (360 hours), including 55 credits from common courses, 55 credits from specialized courses, and 10 credits for the thesis

Curriculum

The program consists of two main phases:

1. Common Phase (1st-2nd semester): Focuses on general pedagogical knowledge, including subjects like educational management, school organization, educational law, and pedagogical psychology.
2. Specialized Phase (3rd-4th semester): Concentrates on specialized knowledge and skills relevant to the chosen field of study, including subjects like teaching methodologies, educational technology, and research methods.

Specializations

Participants can choose from various specializations, including but not limited to:

• Biology
• Ethics
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Geography
• Foreign languages (e.g., French, German)
• Mathematics
• History
• Special education

Competencies and Skills

Upon completion of the program, graduates are expected to possess advanced competencies and skills in:

• Educational leadership and management
• Pedagogical content knowledge
• Teaching and learning methodologies
• Educational research and development
• Communication and interpersonal skills

Assessment and Evaluation

The program includes a comprehensive assessment and evaluation system, featuring:

• Written and oral exams
• Project-based assessments
• Thesis defense
• Continuous evaluation of student performance and progress

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Pedagogical Examination Vocational Further Education Course can pursue careers in:

• Educational leadership and management
• Teaching and education
• Educational research and development
• Policy-making and administration in education
• Consulting and advisory roles in education

By providing advanced training in pedagogy and education, this program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to excel in their careers and contribute to the development of education in their respective fields.