This is a practical micro-credential that introduces students to a wide range of tools and techniques that they can put into practice in their jobs.
There is a particular focus on the role of educational consultants, school services and teachers involved in mentoring student teachers, newly qualified teachers or other teaching colleagues.
The programme is designed for students who have completed an undergraduate degree in educational sciences with a first class grade and have at least two years’ experience of work related to education and the education system.
The programme is 30 ECTS and is organised as one year of part-time study alongside employment.
It is composed of 3 mandatory courses..
The programme aims to enhance the mentoring skills of those who provide professional mentoring and consulting to teachers and schools in the field of pedagogy and education. Mentoring programmes should work to build the professional competence of individuals, groups and units based on the philosophy of a learning community.
Completing the programme may allow you to apply for a Master's programme
In general, admission to a programme at the Master's level requires the applicant to have completed an undergraduate degree with a first-class grade (7.25). In addition, a teaching license and at least two years of work experience after completing a teaching qualification are required.
30 ECTS must be completed
Further information on supporting documents can be found here
Check below to see how the programme is structured.
This programme does not offer specialisations.
The course is intended for teachers at all school levels and other professionals who engage in mentoring within education. The course is a basic course in the specialization of Professional Mentoring in Education and is also offered as an elective course.
The main objectives of the course are to enhance knowledge and skills of mentoring, goals of mentoring, the mentoring role, to introduce methods and approaches in mentoring, and to apply that knowledge in practice. The aim is also that students can use theories and concepts to discuss and organise their own role as mentoring teachers. Further, to heighten students' awareness of how mentoring can enhance professional competence amongst individuals and groups e.g. student teachers during their practicum, newly graduated and more experienced teachers, and other professionals working in education. The emphasis is on the practical training in approaches to mentoring aimed at further development of professionalism. The mutual responsibility on behalf of both partners will also be discussed.
The purpose of this course is to assist students in understanding some major concepts, theories, and models of development in educational settings with a focus on the enhancment of cultural conditions in order to encourage improvement. Students are expected to become competent in organising, planning and leading institutional development projects. The course is based on theories about schools and other related institutions as learning communities.
Ways of working
The course is structured in eight parts in distance learning. Two days are on campus during the term. Beside that students read and discuss online. They are also invited to participate in workshops on campus. Assignments are practical and linked with daily work. Student collaboration and discussions is emphases.
The purpose of this course is that participants get to know the basic techniques used in educational guidance and interdisciplinary collaboration as well as to acquire training in using them. They get acquainted with theoretical discussion on the importance of good collaboration with students, parents and colleagues, and gain an increased understanding of its value. Participants identify and understand the key basic concepts, theories and approaches relating to educational guidance in schools, including cooperation between home and school.
Objectives- participants:
Teaching: Lectures, discussions, individual and group projects.
Methods: The course is on the post-graduate level. Participants read and work independently and utilize the potential of Moodle for communication and discussions with teachers and other participants in the course. Attendance is expected in on-site sessions.
The course is intended for teachers at all school levels and other professionals who engage in mentoring within education. The course is a basic course in the specialization of Professional Mentoring in Education and is also offered as an elective course.
The main objectives of the course are to enhance knowledge and skills of mentoring, goals of mentoring, the mentoring role, to introduce methods and approaches in mentoring, and to apply that knowledge in practice. The aim is also that students can use theories and concepts to discuss and organise their own role as mentoring teachers. Further, to heighten students' awareness of how mentoring can enhance professional competence amongst individuals and groups e.g. student teachers during their practicum, newly graduated and more experienced teachers, and other professionals working in education. The emphasis is on the practical training in approaches to mentoring aimed at further development of professionalism. The mutual responsibility on behalf of both partners will also be discussed.
The purpose of this course is to assist students in understanding some major concepts, theories, and models of development in educational settings with a focus on the enhancment of cultural conditions in order to encourage improvement. Students are expected to become competent in organising, planning and leading institutional development projects. The course is based on theories about schools and other related institutions as learning communities.
Ways of working
The course is structured in eight parts in distance learning. Two days are on campus during the term. Beside that students read and discuss online. They are also invited to participate in workshops on campus. Assignments are practical and linked with daily work. Student collaboration and discussions is emphases.
The purpose of this course is that participants get to know the basic techniques used in educational guidance and interdisciplinary collaboration as well as to acquire training in using them. They get acquainted with theoretical discussion on the importance of good collaboration with students, parents and colleagues, and gain an increased understanding of its value. Participants identify and understand the key basic concepts, theories and approaches relating to educational guidance in schools, including cooperation between home and school.
Objectives- participants:
Teaching: Lectures, discussions, individual and group projects.
Methods: The course is on the post-graduate level. Participants read and work independently and utilize the potential of Moodle for communication and discussions with teachers and other participants in the course. Attendance is expected in on-site sessions.
Changes may occur for the autumn semester in August and September and for the spring semester in December and January. You will find your final timetable in Ugla when the studies start.
Note! This timetable is not suitable for planning your work schedule if you are a part-time employee.
The University of Iceland collaborates with over 400 universities worldwide. This provides a unique opportunity to pursue part of your studies at an international university thus gaining added experience and fresh insight into your field of study.
Students generally have the opportunity to join an exchange programme, internship, or summer courses. However, exchanges are always subject to faculty approval.
Students have the opportunity to have courses evaluated as part of their studies at the University of Iceland, so their stay does not have to affect the duration of their studies.
An education in this area can open up opportunities in:
This list is not exhaustive
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