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Overview

Postgraduate Certificate in Clay Handbuilding Techniques for Schools


Our program offers a comprehensive training in clay handbuilding techniques tailored for school educators. Learn how to incorporate ceramics into your curriculum and inspire creativity in students. Gain practical skills in molding, shaping, and firing clay to create unique art pieces. Perfect for art teachers, this course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance to enhance your teaching skills. Join us and bring the joy of clay art to your classroom!


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Clay Handbuilding Techniques for Schools offers a comprehensive postgraduate certificate focusing on hands-on projects and practical skills for educators. This course provides a unique opportunity to learn from experienced instructors in a self-paced learning environment. Participants will master clay handbuilding techniques while gaining teaching strategies to implement in the classroom. By the end of the program, graduates will possess the necessary expertise to teach clay handbuilding to students effectively. Elevate your teaching career with this specialized certificate program designed to enhance your art education skills.
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Course structure

• Introduction to Clay Handbuilding Techniques • Clay Preparation and Wedging • Pinching and Coiling Methods • Slab Construction Techniques • Surface Decoration and Glazing • Firing Process and Kiln Operation • Creating Functional Pottery Pieces • Sculptural Forms in Clay • Historical Context of Clay Handbuilding • Safety Practices in the Ceramics Studio

Duration

The programme is available in two duration modes:

Fast track - 1 month

Standard mode - 2 months

Course fee

The fee for the programme is as follows:

Fast track - 1 month: £140

Standard mode - 2 months: £90

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Clay Handbuilding Techniques for Schools is designed to equip educators with the necessary skills to teach clay handbuilding effectively in the classroom. By the end of the program, participants will be able to confidently instruct students in various handbuilding techniques, including pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction.


The duration of this certificate program is 10 weeks, with a self-paced learning structure that allows busy educators to balance their professional commitments with gaining new skills. Participants will have access to online resources, instructional videos, and expert guidance to support their learning journey.


This program is highly relevant to current trends in art education, as schools increasingly recognize the value of hands-on, tactile learning experiences. Clay handbuilding offers a unique opportunity for students to develop creativity, fine motor skills, and spatial awareness, making it a valuable addition to any school's art curriculum.

Postgraduate Certificate in Clay Handbuilding Techniques

According to a recent study, **art education in schools has been declining**, with fewer opportunities for students to explore creative mediums such as clay handbuilding. This is where the **Postgraduate Certificate in Clay Handbuilding Techniques** plays a crucial role in filling this gap and providing teachers with the necessary skills to **incorporate clay handbuilding into their curriculum**.

With **87% of UK schools** reporting a decrease in funding for arts programs, there is a growing need for educators who can **integrate hands-on activities** like clay handbuilding into their teaching. By obtaining this postgraduate certificate, teachers can **enhance their professional development** and offer students a well-rounded education that includes **artistic expression**.

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Postgraduate Certificate in Clay Handbuilding Techniques for Schools