Technicians supporting post-16 biology SL611 / YB01
Summary
Prepping A-level biology practicals for students can be tricky as you may not have the correct equipment, so in this course the aim is to make prepping easy for you, engaging for your students and supporting your A-level teachers within this subject.
The course will look at the standard required practicals from AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards and integrate simplified and cost-effective practical alternatives to use in your science department.
Who is it for?
Science technicians
What topics are covered?
- physiology
- chromatography
- electrophoresis
- colorimetry
- plant practicals and microscopy
How will you learn?
Hands-on lab sessions with experienced technicians over a two-day course
How long is this course?
2 days
Who is the course leader?
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Helen Rose
In my heart I am a science technician although my passion is for physics. I am Professional Development Leader for technicians and I have been a...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- identify and solve common issues in organising post-16 physics practicals
- explore alternative practicals to meet the outcomes of different specifications
- improve teacher and student outcomes through better quality practical experiences
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
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| 1 Technicians supporting post-16 biology | 19 January 2026 | 11:00-19:00 |
| 2 Technicians supporting post-16 biology | 20 January 2026 | 09:00-16:00 |
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Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£640.00 +VAT |
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| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£640.00 +VAT |
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