Teacher development that actually fits your life
We believe every teacher deserves support that's practical, evidence-based, and free. Seneca's teacher development courses are built to help you grow without adding to your workload.
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Why teachers choose Seneca for development
Research-backed content
Every course is grounded in evidence-based teaching practice and cognitive science.
Around 1 hour per course
Focused, self-paced courses that fit around your teaching schedule.
Certificate on completion
Download and share your certificate once you complete each course.
Completely free
No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every teacher development course is free.
Find courses for your needs
Cognitive Science
Understand how memory and learning work to inform your classroom practice.
Metacognition
Help students become more aware of how they learn and monitor their own progress.
Assessment
Explore effective assessment strategies to improve feedback and outcomes.
Behaviour
Build positive classroom culture and manage challenging situations with confidence.
Leadership
Develop the skills to lead teams, drive change, and support colleagues.
Literacy
Strengthen reading, writing, and language development across all subjects.
AI in Education
Learn how to use artificial intelligence responsibly and effectively in your school.
Maths
Deepen your subject knowledge and explore evidence-based maths teaching approaches.
How it works
Sign up free
Create your Seneca teacher account in under a minute. No credit card needed.
Choose a topic
Browse courses across Cognitive Science, Behaviour, Leadership, and more.
Complete & get certified
Finish your course and download your certificate to share with your school.
Less admin. More teaching.
Seneca gives your whole school the tools to cut marking time, automatically track student progress, and free up teacher time — so your staff can focus on what they do best.
Further reading for teachers
Free CPD for Teachers
Seneca offers a range of teacher CPD courses to help teachers be more effective inside and out of the classroom.
Free Online CPD Course: Metacognition (with Certificates)
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
Free Online CPD Course for International Schools: MARGE Model
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
Free Online CPD Course for International Schools: Literacy in Science (With Certificate)
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
Free Online CPD Course for International Schools: Leadership (With Certificate)
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
Free Online CPD Course for International Schools: Language Development (With Certificate)
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
Free Online CPD Course for International Schools: Generative Learning (With Certificate)
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
Free Online CPD Course for International Schools: Dual Coding (With Certificate)
Boost your teaching with free online CPD from Seneca. Courses take around 1 hour, include a certificate, and are designed for international school teachers.
FAQs
Who are these resources for?
Seneca teacher development courses are designed for teachers at every career stage, from NQTs and early career teachers to experienced practitioners and school leaders. All courses are free to access.
Are the resources really free?
Yes, completely. Every teacher development course on Seneca is free with no subscription required. Create a free account to get started.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Once you complete a course, you'll receive a downloadable certificate you can share with your school or include in your professional portfolio.
How long do resources take?
Most courses take around 1 hour to complete and are fully self-paced, so you can work through them whenever it suits you. No live sessions required.
Can I use these resources for whole-school development?
Absolutely. Many schools use Seneca's teacher development courses as part of their staff inset programme. For a more structured whole-school offering, explore Seneca for Schools.