Part 1: Friday 15 January, 1.00–4.00pm

Part 2: Friday 22 January, 1.00–4.00pm

Course leader: Chris Trevor

Have you just been appointed as subject coordinator or subject leader for history in your school? Have you been in the role for some time, but never had any proper training? Join us for this course in which course leader Chris Trevor will take you on a journey through the most important elements of primary history subject leadership.

This course is for anyone who has been a subject coordinator or subject leader for history in their school. You may be new to the role or established but would like to have some formal training to carry out the role more effectively, particularly in light of the new Ofsted education inspection framework.

The course covers key elements of primary history subject leadership, such as:

• making the case for history with senior leaders
• enthusing others and leading staff meetings about history
• exploring practical approaches to developing an innovative, inclusive and
• effective history curriculum in your school
• suggestions on steps towards efficient action planning and how to make a wider impact
• opportunities to discuss current issues in primary history education
• a chance to share resources and assessment approaches, plus much more

For further information, view the outline programme (PDF).

FAQs

How will the course take place?

The online course will be hosted using Zoom in two parts:

• Part 1: Friday 15 January, 1.00–4.00pm
• Part 2: Friday 22 January, 1.00–4.00pm

You only need to make one booking which covers both dates.

How do I join the course?

The registered attendee will be sent an email from the HA via Eventbrite with the joining information one week before each part, with a reminder on the day.

Please note: if you register within a week of the event, a joining link will be sent on the morning of each part of the course only.

Can I access a recording after the live course?

While we strongly recommend participating live, if you are unable to attend for any reason a recording link will be available. This will be emailed to all registered participants to access for a limited time period after the each part of the course. We usually try to email the link via Eventbrite within 1-2 working days of the end of the session.

Can I arrange to pay by invoice?

Yes, through the online booking. Please follow the booking process as normal, then at the order form select ‘Pay by invoice’ from the drop-down menu under ‘Payment method’.

Eventbrite will then send you an automatically-generated invoice via email attachment with your order confirmation. This includes details of how to pay by BACS or cheque and should be forwarded on to your school’s finance department for payment within 30 days.

Did you know it's cheaper to become a member of the HA and purchase your tickets at membership rate? You can find details of individual primary membership here.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

If you require assistance with your booking or would like to know more about the course, please contact the HA Education and Events Officer, Maheema Chanrai, at maheema.chanrai@history.org.uk.

Please note that by placing a booking you agree to adhere to the HA CPD terms and conditions.