SSERC invites Science teachers to take part in this 1-day course focusing on practical activities to support Chemistry assignments at National 5 and Higher.

This course will focus on how to best support your learners, including practical activities around the themes of: –

  • Rates of Reaction,
  • Energy Changes
  • Electrochemistry and Chemical Analysis.

There will also be time set aside for discussion around managing assignments and secondary sources.

A full programme will be available in due course.

The course will be held at SSERC, Dunfermline.

Course Dates: 27th November 2025

Closing Date: 24th October 2025

Course Leader

Course Leader 

Chris Lloyd

01383 626070

chris.lloyd@sserc.scot 

Location

SSERC HQ

Cost:

£75

On completion of the course, participants will be able to:  

  • demonstrate an enhanced portfolio of ideas for practical work across senior phase chemistry courses  
  • exemplify the importance of contemporary science and its applications in the context of the curriculum   
  • network with fellow professionals and explore mechanisms for ongoing support  
  • understand the range of opportunities within the wider STEM engagement portfolio which SSERC offers 
  • evaluate their own professional learning and its impact on learners 
This course is GTCS accredited, i.e., it is aligned to the GTCS Standards for Full Registration and the National Model for Professional Learning. 

This course will cover: –

  • Rates of Reaction
  • Energy Changes
  • Electrochemistry and Chemical Analysis.

A full programme will be available in due course.