CETTs publications and resources

About CETTs

Centres for Excellence in Teacher Training (CETTs) are networks of partnerships of organisations involved in initial teacher training (ITT) and continuing professional development (CPD) in the further education system.

Their role is to raise the standard of initial teacher education, and to improve the quality and consistency of CPD. They do this by building links and connections between organisations, supporting joint working and new projects to further pedagogic knowledge.

The emphasis is on CETTs as centres for excellence, rather than of excellence. They promote good practice and research, and develop advice and guidance that covers generic teaching issues as well as specific themes.

There are now 10 CETTs across England and together they represent every part of the learning and skills education network, from mainstream to specialist services. For further information, see http://cett.excellencegateway.org.uk

Publications and resources

CETT Standard

CETT Standard is the Centres for Excellence in Teacher Training national newsletter for providers across the learning and skills sector.

Download CETT Standard issue 3, March 2011 

Developing and supporting effective teaching practice

Practitioner and inspection evidence shows that teachers and trainers who experience a range of teaching practice and are supported by a mentor have a broader understanding of how to teach and train effectively. Lifelong Learning UK and the national network of Centres for Excellence in Teacher Training (ACETT), have worked together to develop a plain English guide with links to helpful resources and ideas. Read more on the LLUK website and download the guide (PDF 500Kb).