It's episode 11 of the podcast, and Emma and Tom are joined by June Hurcom, senior lecturer in early years education, for her first podcasting experience!

This episode is for anyone who's ever felt that they might like to embark on the journey to becoming a teacher, and is full of great advice for things to do (and not to do!) when preparing to apply for a programme that will get you that all-important teaching qualification. From the different routes into the profession to what to do when you get an interview, our podcasters have everything you need to know to help you take those first steps towards teaching.

We've also been back out to our excellent Cardiff Met colleagues who have each given their top tips for applicants - in both English and Welsh - so it's worth a listen in case you find one of them doing your interview...

It's become a PGCE Podcast tradition for our guests to provide their take on the regular slots at the end of the episode, and June has clearly done her homework, rattling through her wellbeing tip, shoutout and something-to-try like a pro. Canine companionship, a fantastic lesson set in space, and an evergreen teaching method to stretch your more able pupils - June's got it all covered!

If you'd like to find out more about how we can help you on your way to becoming a teacher, check out our range of courses here: https://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/education/Pages/Department-of-Initial-Teacher-Education.aspx

We'll be back next time looking at physical literacy, health and wellbeing - see you soon!

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Recorded in studio B1.12 at Cardiff Metropolitan University's Cyncoed campus on 15th January 2019