CPD for post-16 science technicians
We provide support for secondary science technicians at all stages of their careers.
We’ve listened to the challenges teachers and technicians face accessing professional development – lack of time, geographical restrictions and more. Our fantastic, evidence-based CPD features greater choice than ever before.
We know you have limited time, so you want to spend it wisely. We have years of experience and data that shows the hugely positive impact our CPD courses have.
Residential
Courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York recreate the classroom environment with an intensive learning experience. On-site accommodation and catering allows you to focus on your learning. Benefit from expert-led insights, essential hands-on practical work and networking opportunities.
Technicians festival 2025
6 June 2025
For school technicians to enjoy new aspects of science, technology and engineering in an amazing environment by presenters who are passionate about practical science.
Skills for new technicians - zero to hero in 5 days
Explore the necessary basic skills a science technician needs to effectively prepare practical lessons.
Technicians supporting post-16 biology
You'll learn how to support teachers and create impactful science lessons by exploring biology practical work.
Technicians supporting post-16 chemistry
Learn how to support teachers and create impactful science lessons by exploring chemistry practical work.
Technicians supporting post-16 physics
The content meets the physics curriculum for A level students and there will be topics which will motivate students to reach their physics qualifications. You'll explore a wide range of practicals to support teaching and learning.
Face-to-face
One or two-day face-to-face courses allow you to benefit from effective face-to-face learning for topics that can not be replicated anywhere else.
None currently available. Looking for something specific? Contact us here.
Technicians supporting post-16 biology
Develop your skills in preparing post-16 biology courses including A Level and T level, as well as innovative ways to enable teachers to better prepare their students through practical science.
Technicians supporting post-16 chemistry
Develop your skills in preparing post-16 chemistry courses including A Level and T level, as well as innovative ways to enable teachers to better prepare their students through practical science.
Technicians supporting post-16 physics
You'll learn how to support teachers and create impactful science lessons by exploring chemistry practical work.
Remotely delivered
Led by education experts, these shorter sessions allow you to focus on specific areas of STEM
teaching from wherever you are. Convenient for those with caring responsibilities or unable to travel to face-to-face, subjects are broken into manageable sections while still allowing access to top speakers.
Health and safety for science technicians
Develop understanding of effective health and safety in labs, prep rooms and chemical stores.
Technicians supporting post 16 biology
Explore the six required practicals commonly included in the AQA, OCR, and Edexcel specifications, along with a DIY approach to make them more engaging.
Technicians supporting post-16 chemistry
For A level chemistry, the required practicals are designed to help students develop essential laboratory skills and understand key chemistry concepts.
Technicians supporting post-16 physics
For A level physics, the required practicals are designed to help students develop essential laboratory skills and understand key physics concepts.
