The British Teaching Diploma
The British Teaching Diploma is an internationally recognised Diploma, equivalent in standard to a masters degree.
This fully UK endorsed, Level 7 certificated teacher training and continuous professional development diploma, is delivered in partnership by Dragonfly Training Ltd and Cardiff and Vale College.
The BTD contains the essentials of a British PGCE and focuses on the best of British and global pedagogy at only a fraction of the price.
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COBIS
Dragonfly Training is proud to have been an Associate Member of COBIS for many years. We have worked with this forward thinking organisation in various ways in our time together. We have provided speakers at their annual conference, run workshops and are now looking at a collaboration on The British Teaching Diploma in targeted countries.
We share a joint vision of providing educational excellence to colleagues across the globe, no matter what the country or type of school.
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The BTD is endorsed by Training Qualifications UK - TQUK
TQUK is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation based in England, offering a wide range of vocational qualifications and endorsed courses. CAVC has been approved as a recognised TQUK centre.
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The BTD is approved by Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC)
CAVC is an award-winning College Group and one of the largest education providers in the UK. It provides a range of academic, technical and vocational pre university programmes and university courses.
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The BTD is accredited by Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College for Innovation - TAGUCI
TAGUCI is an independent University College accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education of Jordan. The BTD is accredited by TAGUCI, a major institution specialising in teaching applied information technology.
Who is the BTD for?
The BTD is aimed at staff who want to become effective and confident teachers, and who wish to attain an endorsed British Teaching Diploma, the learning from which can be put into immediate practice in international educational settings.
The BTD helps to upskill colleagues to master the tools and aptitudes of highly effective teachers. This, in turn, adds huge value to institutions, helping learners to achieve even better outcomes.
Successful completion of the BTD attracts 39 credits and provides a solid underpinning of pedagogy for attendees who may wish to embark on a full PGCE or similar qualification aimed at achieving Qualified Teacher Status at a future point.
The BTD will give holders a better chance of career advancement in international schools, colleges and universities and promote higher standards of learning and teaching in their classrooms.
The benefits of enrolling colleagues from your institution on to the BTD
Gain a competitive advantage by improving your teacher quality, enhancing your academic reputation and consequently increasing enrolments
Upskilled teachers deliver improved exam results in internationally recognised examinations
Future proof your Institution by investing in high quality, affordable training and better qualified teachers
Provides a kitemark of quality, cementing a competitive advantage over competitor institutions
Guarantees value for money and a transformational CPD experience
The team of trainers who deliver the BTD have taught similar training courses to some of the top international institutions. Completion of the BTD will add significant value to institutions that recognise the importance of registering their colleagues on to this unique course.
We understand how expensive teacher training and professional development for educators can be. We can help you obtain a full diploma at a competitive price.
"Innovative, exciting ideas which were delivered with energy and passion. I have already used one of the ideas very successfully in my classes this morning."
Deputy Headteacher - Baobab College, Zambia
"There's not a class that I don't use everything that we've learnt at the BTD, and also, I've kept on studying about cooperative learning and the cognitive load theory by myself."
Ana Luiselli Ibarolla, September 2024, Graduate of the first BTD cohort, November 2022
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"Not knowing how to conclude a lesson is a flaw that must not be overlooked and that’s something I have realized as a BTD student. With every passing day I felt like something was the matter, the students had issues remembering what they learnt during the week which made me doubt myself and my ways. But I managed to put my finger on it thanks to the wonderful exercises and ways this program provided. Now I can tell what my students have mastered and what they still find riddling."
Leen Jamal - Amman, Jordan, Jordancohort 1
Who we are
Dragonfly Training Ltd has trained over
500,000 teachers……
in more than 3000 schools……
in over 50 countries.
Established in 1999, Dragonfly has undergone quite a transformation in that time. Dragonfly Training Ltd consists of a superb team of highly effective and engaging trainers who have all excelled in their careers and, who will bring together the very best of global practice.
The BTD is delivered by Dragonfly Training Ltd, a leading provider of training courses for teachers in the UK and globally for the past 20 years. Dragonfly's experts have trained over 500,000 teachers in over 50 countries, working with many of the world's leading British International Schools. Their team of trainers have a proven track record of excellence in these top schools.
Working in Partnership with Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC)
Inspirational.. Inclusive.. Influential
Established in 2011, CAVC is one of biggest and leading UK FE Colleges, with over 30,000 learners across the capital region of Wales and beyond.
Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC) is an award-winning Further Education (FE) institution and one of the biggest providers of education and training in the UK, providing a range of pre university courses and University level qualifications.
CAVC delivers academic, vocational, technical and professional qualifications in a broad range of subject areas, from aerospace engineering to hospitality management, from A Levels, apprenticeships and BTECs to English language courses and International Diplomas.
What People Are Saying About Dragonfly Training and CAVC
“Excellent CPD because it has offered practical and effective strategies that we can start using in the classroom straight away to have a positive impact on our students' learning. The trainer was knowledgeable, engaging and communicated very clearly”
Teacher - El Alsson British School, Egypt
“Our teachers found the training relevant, practical and engaging and Dragonfly were a pleasure to deal with from start to finish.”
Principal - St Mary's Holy Faith School, Dublin, Ireland
“It was an honour to be here in Cardiff, we spent wonderful times with Cardiff and Vale College and wish to come back for a second visit.”
Drama Teacher - Xiamen Foreign Language School, Xiamen, China
“The training with Dragonfly went very well indeed and the vast majority, if not all staff, are now much more confident with the fundamental ways of improving their classroom practice to take the teaching and learning from good to outstanding. The trainer was a superb presenter and his materials were very appropriate.
Assistant Headteacher - The English School, Nicosia Cyprus
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Feel free to contact us today with any questions or connect with your regional representative.