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Advance HE Fellowship (AFHEA, FHEA, SFHEA, PFHEA)

Professional certification Education and training
Granted by Advance HE Usual length Three months to a year Level From teaching assistant

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What it is

Professional recognition of the quality of university teaching at four levels (Associate Fellow, Fellow, Senior Fellow and Principal Fellow) according to the nature of the practice, from teaching assistant to someone who leads education in their institution. It is judged on evidence of actual practice rather than by exam; it is widespread in British universities and spreading in Gulf universities that adopt it through internal schemes.

Who it suits

Faculty members, lecturers and teaching assistants, and leaders of learning and teaching in universities.

What it requires

Actual practice in teaching or supporting learning; the fellowship category is chosen by the scope and impact of the role.

How it is earned

Either a direct application with a written account of practice and evidence, mapped to the Professional Standards Framework, or an accredited programme within the university that leads to fellowship. Check first whether your university has an accredited scheme; it is the easier route.

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