On-demand professional development courses free until end of December 2021
Whatever your specialism or experience, we have a course that’s right for you.
We are currently offering all our teacher professional development (TPD) courses completely free of charge, so you can update your existing skills and learn new ones at a time that’s convenient to you, and at no cost.
Our courses are designed to give you an in-depth understanding of key concepts in teaching chemistry. Each course can be completed at your own pace, and there's no limit to the number of courses for which you can register.
Tell us what kinds of new CPD session you’d like to see in the coming year
We’re starting to plan our free-to-attend professional development sessions for 2022 and we need your input to make sure we’re meeting the needs of educators like you.
If you attended any of this year’s sessions, we’d like to know what worked for you and what didn’t. But, if you have never attended one of our Teacher PD sessions, we want to hear from you, too – help us to provide the kind of events that you’ll need in the future. Take five minutes to let us know what you think.
Passionate about strengthening teaching in your area? We can help...
If you’re interested in organising a collaborative project or event with the guidance of your local education coordinator then you could be eligible for up to £600 towards costs from one of our new Teaching Empowerment Funds.
We have dedicated funds for both Primary Science and Secondary Chemistry Teaching. To find out more, browse the correct fund’s dedicated website. Applications close 11 October.
Are you planning an activity or event for Chemistry Week?
Chemistry Week is an annual celebration of the chemical sciences and this year’s theme is sustainability. If your school will be joining in, apply now for up to £750 to run a Sustainability themed activity or event between 1–12 November. In the event of high numbers of applications, priority may be given to RSC members, Teach Chemistry schools and ChemSocs.
The application deadline is 4 October. Explore the resources on our Education website and the Climate Hub for ideas.
Get involved in Chemistry Week
Guide your students towards accredited chemistry courses
We’ve been accrediting chemistry courses, across the country and around the world, for a number of years. Accreditation is recognition that a course or degree programme meets a specific professional standard and a sign that requirements of the chemical sciences profession, employers and students are being met.
Our accreditation is founded on the judgement of professional chemists. It provides a structured mechanism to assess, evaluate, and enhance the quality of degree programmes and demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement, allowing for diversity and modernisation in teaching methods.
Get recognition for your professional skills by applying for Chartered Chemist status
Teachers, lecturers and technicians are invited to a webinar on achieving Chartered Chemist (CChem) status, that’s completely dedicated to those working within education – whether you are based in a school, further education college or sixth form.
The webinar will cover eligibility, the online process, evidencing the CChem attributes as an educator and the help we offer that’s available to you. if you can’t attend live, register anyway and a recording will be made available to you afterwards, for on demand viewing.
Do you have a student who wants to study a STEM Subject at University?
Then the STEM SMART Programme might be for them. This widening participation initiative from the University of Cambridge, in association with Isaac Physics, provides free teaching and support to UK (non-fee paying) students.
This 17-month programme, starting January 2022, is designed to raise students’ attainment and give them confidence to apply to study physical sciences and engineering at top universities. Applications close on Sunday 31 October 2021.
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