Opportunities for part-time and term only work for those with family commitments. Subject specialisms maybe required such as IT, Marketing, Accountancy. Most FE lecturers are graduates. HND applicants would need to have substantial relevant practical and professional experience. A pre-entry postgraduate qualification is desirable PGCEs are not essential, but are becoming desirable in an attempt to raise the status of FE lecturing.
Professional qualifications help.
This is sometimes possible Entry without a degree or HND is difficult. Experience Pre-entry experience is essential Immediate entry after graduation is not common unless applicants have substantial relevant work experience before their degree or have very specialised knowledge. Experience is usually gained post-graduation. Some criminal convictions will exclude from entry. Age implications Entry problems may be encountered from after early 50s Advantages for mature entry.