New and aspiring heads of science SL200

Start your leadership in a science subject with confidence

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Summary

New to the role of head of a science subject or are you ready to take on the challenge and looking to acquire the necessary skills to gain promotion? 

Gain the strategies and techniques you will need to be successful by looking at four key areas of leading your own subject:  leading teams and change, Planning an effective curriculum, safe practical work (health and safety) as well as supporting and enriching learning.

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Who is it for?

New or aspiring leaders of a science subject

What topics are covered?

• Leading your team, including technicians
• Leading safe practical work in your department
• Planning an effective curriculum
• Bringing science to life- in and outside lessons 

How long is this course?

1 day

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• employ a range of methods to strategically lead and manage your science department
• articulate how a range of approaches can be employed to support and enrich students' experiences in science
• understand the key components of an effective science curriculum.