How to become IT trainer
You could get into this job through:
- a university course
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- volunteering
University
You could do a relevant foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
- computing
- business
- human resources
- learning support
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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College
You could do a college course like a Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills.
This will teach you about using IT systems in a range of jobs.
A training qualification, like the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development's Level 3 Award in Learning and Development, can help to improve your training skills.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
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Apprenticeship
If you have IT qualifications or skills, you can complete a learning and skills teacher higher apprenticeship.
You'll need a qualification in the subject you want to teach. Employers will be looking for relevant up-to-date industry experience.
You'll also need to show ability in English, maths and IT.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Work
You may move into training from a hands on IT role.
Volunteering
You could do voluntary teaching, for example helping students with disabilities to use IT and assistive technology. Volunteering experience could give you an advantage when you apply for jobs.
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Career tips
It may be helpful if you get the European Computer Driving Licence qualification. This teaches you the main computing skills for everyday work tasks.