Discover our top programmes and prepare for today’s most in-demand careers.
Explore UCL NPQ (National Professional Qualification) Programmes
Explore UCL NPQ (National Professional Qualification) Programmes
A course by AISL Academy & UCL
UCL IOE has been designing and delivering NPQs since their inception 30 years ago. AISL Academy is proud to make these NPQ programmes now available to you. Join our NPQ programmes to gain targeted expertise and practical skills to progress your career and make real impact in your schools.
- Varies depending on programmes
- English
- English
NPQLPM (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Primary Maths)
NPQLPM (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Primary Maths)
A course by University College London & AISL Academy
This National Professional Qualification is for teachers and leaders with responsibility for leading maths across a primary key-stage or school, or those who want to have this responsibility. Teachers familiar with mastery approaches to teaching primary maths, who want to improve leadership skills in this area. Subject leaders in a school already engaged in the primary Teaching for Mastery programme or similar programme.
- 12 months
- English
- English
NPQLL (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Literacy)
NPQLL (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Literacy)
A course by University College London & AISL Academy
This National Professional Qualification is for teachers and leaders responsible for leading literacy across a year group, phase or school, or aspire to do so in the future. The programme is suitable for teachers in Primary and Secondary phases.
- 12 months
- English
- English
NPQLT (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Teaching)
NPQLT (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Teaching)
A course by University College London & AISL Academy
This National Professional Qualification is for teachers who are responsible for any aspect of leading a subject, year group or phase or aspire to leading teaching in your context.
- 12 months
- English
- English
NPQLBC (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Behaviour and Culture)
NPQLBC (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Behaviour and Culture)
A course by University College London & AISL Academy
This National Professional Qualification is for teachers and leaders that are responsible for any aspect of leading behaviour and wellbeing or aspire to pastoral leadership.
- 12 months
NPQLTD (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Teacher Development)
NPQLTD (National Professional Qualifications for Leading Teacher Development)
A course by University College London & AISL Academy
This National Professional Qualification is for teacher and leaders that are responsible for developing teachers at any stage of their career
- 12 months
- English
- English
NPQH (National Professional Qualifications for Headship)
NPQH (National Professional Qualifications for Headship)
A course by University College London & AISL Academy
This National Professional Qualification is for teachers and leaders spired to lead a school as a head of school or headteacher.
- 18 months
- English
- English
NPQEYL (National Professional Qualification for Early Years Leadership)
NPQEYL (National Professional Qualification for Early Years Leadership)
A course by University College London
This National Professional Qualification is for teachers and leaders aspired to lead a nursery as a manager of a PVI nursery, a headteacher of a school-based or maintained nursery or a childminder with leadership responsibilities.
- 18 months
- English
- English
Courses and Career Pathways
From essential skills to advanced technical knowledge, AISL Academy supports your professional growth and guides you toward successful career pathways
Digital Leadership Career Pathway
Digital Leadership Career Pathway
A course by AISL Academy
The Digital Leadership Career Pathway is a comprehensive pathway designed to equip educational leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. This pathway integrates cutting-edge insights, practical tools, and real-world applications across seven key micro-credentials, enabling participants to develop strategic and operational expertise in digital education. Once you have completed all offerings in this pathway, you will receive a pathway Certificate of Completion from AISL Academy.
- 7 Micro credentials (20 hours)
- English
- English
AI Collaboration and Development
AI Collaboration and Development
A course by AISL Academy
Once a strong foundation of AI literacy is established and AI is being used purposefully and safely, we will consider how AI can support a more complex and ambitious vision for teaching and learning. This webinar explores the opportunities for collaboration and different approaches to staff-development in an educational context.
The following topics are covered:
AI insights as a tool for CPD
AI for consistency and quality assurance
AI for developing 21st-century skills
AI and metacognition.
- For: Educator
- 1 Module (45 minutes)
- English
- English
ChatGPT and Your Child’s Education: Learning to Harness the Power of AI for Success
ChatGPT and Your Child’s Education: Learning to Harness the Power of AI for Success
A course by AISL Academy
In this webinar, Dr. Neelam Parmar, and Dr. Natalie Lao, discuss how students will be working alongside powerful AI tools in almost every job in the future. They also explore how large language models that are like customized versions of ChatGPT will be specifically used to speed up initial labor, such as research and drafting work, which then allows for a lot more emphasis on critical thinking, social-emotional intelligence, and being able to take leadership in defining what is an important problem to solve.
- For: Educator
- 1 Module (45 minutes)
- English
- English
Developing a Loving Pedagogy
Developing a Loving Pedagogy
A course by AISL Academy
This course empowers you to develop a loving pedagogy within your own practice.
If you understand the children in your care and how they prefer to be loved, you will be better positioned to relate to them, ultimately enabling the children to learn more effectively.
We’ll start by exploring what constitutes a loving pedagogy and how we might give and receive love in different ways to empower children. You’ll also have an opportunity to review and evaluate your practice in light of a loving pedagogy.
- For: Educator
- 8 Module (1 hour 45 minutes)
- English
- English
New on AISL Academy
Explore our latest programmes, designed to equip you with the skills needed for the future.
Developing a Loving Pedagogy
Developing a Loving Pedagogy
A course by AISL Academy
This course empowers you to develop a loving pedagogy within your own practice.
If you understand the children in your care and how they prefer to be loved, you will be better positioned to relate to them, ultimately enabling the children to learn more effectively.
We’ll start by exploring what constitutes a loving pedagogy and how we might give and receive love in different ways to empower children. You’ll also have an opportunity to review and evaluate your practice in light of a loving pedagogy.
- For: Educator
- 8 Module (1 hour 45 minutes)
- English
- English
AI Collaboration and Development
AI Collaboration and Development
A course by AISL Academy
Once a strong foundation of AI literacy is established and AI is being used purposefully and safely, we will consider how AI can support a more complex and ambitious vision for teaching and learning. This webinar explores the opportunities for collaboration and different approaches to staff-development in an educational context.
The following topics are covered:
AI insights as a tool for CPD
AI for consistency and quality assurance
AI for developing 21st-century skills
AI and metacognition.
- For: Educator
- 1 Module (45 minutes)
- English
- English
ChatGPT and Your Child’s Education: Learning to Harness the Power of AI for Success
ChatGPT and Your Child’s Education: Learning to Harness the Power of AI for Success
A course by AISL Academy
In this webinar, Dr. Neelam Parmar, and Dr. Natalie Lao, discuss how students will be working alongside powerful AI tools in almost every job in the future. They also explore how large language models that are like customized versions of ChatGPT will be specifically used to speed up initial labor, such as research and drafting work, which then allows for a lot more emphasis on critical thinking, social-emotional intelligence, and being able to take leadership in defining what is an important problem to solve.
- For: Educator
- 1 Module (45 minutes)
- English
- English
Safeguarding and Child Protection Training (2024)
Safeguarding and Child Protection Training (2024)
A course by Hays
This training course will guide you through your responsibilities, offering clear explanations and practical advice on navigating the often-complex legislation and guidelines surrounding child protection.
- For: Educator
- 5 modules (2 hours)
- English
- English
Dick Moore’s – ‘A Week of Mental health at Harrow Bangkok’
Dick Moore’s – ‘A Week of Mental health at Harrow Bangkok’
A course by AISL Academy
A summary of the impact that Dick had during his week at Harrow Bangkok, which included workshops with staff, students and parents.
- For: Educator
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Neuroscience in Education, Self harm, Suicide, Third Culture Children
Neuroscience in Education, Self harm, Suicide, Third Culture Children
A course by AISL Academy
This webinar will provide teachers with an overview of the neuroscientific research into memory, and the implications this has for teachers.
- For: Educator
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Addressing Curriculum Challenges for International Schools in China
Addressing Curriculum Challenges for International Schools in China
A course by AISL Academy
Based on an article Simon Probert has recently published, this conversation will examine the problems international schools face in terms of putting together an international curriculum.
- For: Educator
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Subject, Curriculum and Pedagogical Knowledge for Educators
Subject, Curriculum and Pedagogical Knowledge for Educators
A course by AISL Academy
In this course, we will draw on a recent review of research in the field to define and exemplify what subject, curriculum and pedagogical knowledge entails. We will explore four elements of subject, curriculum and pedagogical knowledge that excellent teachers display and establish the nature of curriculum and subject content.
- For: Educator
- 1 module (30 minutes)
- English
- English
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
A course by Sprouts
Abraham Maslow proposed his theory in 1943 after studying what he called exemplary people such as Albert Einstein or Eleanor Roosevelt. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a theory in psychology. It argues that the five stages of human needs motivate our behaviour.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (15 minutes)
- English, Chinese
- English, Chinese
The 4 Cs of Calm: How to Connect with Your Child
The 4 Cs of Calm: How to Connect with Your Child
A course by AISL Academy
Break the habit of yelling and instead respond with empathy and care when your kids don’t cooperate.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (15 minutes)
- English
- English, Chinese
Parenting with Purpose: Finding Your Calm in the Chaos
Parenting with Purpose: Finding Your Calm in the Chaos
A course by AISL Academy
Learn how different parenting styles impact children and relationship dynamics.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (30 minutes)
- English
- English, Chinese
Defining Education for Your Teen: Beyond the System
Defining Education for Your Teen: Beyond the System
A course by AISL Academy
View education as “”raising up”” a child to find their path and purpose.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (15 minutes)
- English
- English, Chinese
How to Change Bad Habits and Become a Better You
How to Change Bad Habits and Become a Better You
A course by Sprouts
A habit is a fixed way of thinking that leads to automatic behavior. The benefit is we don’t have to rethink again and again what to do. It just happens and can have good side effects. But a bad habit can also hurt us or hold us back from progressing. Although, like anything, we can learn and unlearn them. But first, let’s try to understand where they come from.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (15 minutes)
- English, Chinese
- English, Chinese
Parents as Co-educators and Student Support
Parents as Co-educators and Student Support
A course by AISL ACADEMY
This interview with Dr Ger Graus, Global Director of Education at KidZania, highlights the significant role of parents in education and the need for sufficient student support.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (30 minutes)
- English
- English
Autism Spectrum: Atypical Minds in a Stereotypical World
Autism Spectrum: Atypical Minds in a Stereotypical World
A course by Sprouts
Autism is not a disease and therefore can not be cured. What we can do, however, is to learn more about it and gain an understanding of it. In this video Timo, a young boy diagnosed with Autism will help us understand how living with a neurodivergent mind can be.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (15 minutes)
- English
- English
Reassuring your Child they are Loved
Reassuring your Child they are Loved
A course by AISL Academy
Demonstrate love for your children in a way that leaves no room for doubt.
- For: Parent
- 1 module (15 minutes)
- English
- English, Chinese
Fraud Awareness and Prevention
Fraud Awareness and Prevention
A course by iHASCO
This Fraud Prevention and Awareness Training Course covers what can be done to protect the workplace from fraud.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Environmental Awareness
Environmental Awareness
A course by iHASCO
This online training course gives the user an understanding of the impact that workplaces have on the environment, as well as teaching them how they can reduce their impact on the environment as an individual.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Anti-Tax Evasion Training
Anti-Tax Evasion Training
A course by iHASCO
This Anti-Tax Evasion Training course guides users through the Criminal Finances Act and how they can ensure they work in compliance with it.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Anti Money-Laundering
Anti Money-Laundering
A course by iHASCO
This online course is designed to make the user aware of money laundering and the laws, regulations, and employee responsibilities surrounding it.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (30 minutes)
- English
- English
Social Media Awareness
Social Media Awareness
A course by iHASCO
This Social Media Awareness Training course explores how social media might be used at work, and also when it shouldn’t be used. It is designed for the use of all employees.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (30 minutes)
- English
- English
Business Compliance Essentials
Business Compliance Essentials
A course by iHASCO
This online training course is the perfect introduction for those wanting to give staff an overview of compliance topics.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Cyber Security Awareness
Cyber Security Awareness
A course by iHASCO
This online training course should be used by all employees within an organisation. It offers straightforward practical steps that will help to protect an organisation from cyber attacks.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (1 hour)
- English
- English
Anti-Bribery
Anti-Bribery
A course by iHASCO
This online training course has been designed to use by any employee who could possibly be exposed to bribery in the workplace.
- For: School Operation
- 1 module (30 minutes)
- English
- English
Live Training, News and Events
- AISL Monhtly Learning Quiz
Join us to celebrate the winners of AISL Academy's May (final) Monthly Learning Quiz
After exploring AI’s role across various aspects of education, we now focus on what it looks like in practice. This final webinar brings you closer to classrooms where AI is making a tangible impact.
The rise of AI in education calls for thoughtful evaluation and clear strategies to manage potential risks. Review highlights from the webinar or watch the 45-minute replay to gain your CPD hour.
Review highlight clips from the fourth of the six-part Navigating AI in Education webinar series...
Review highlight clips from the fourth of the six-part Navigating AI in Education webinar series...
Review highlight clips from the fourth of the six-part Navigating AI in Education webinar series...

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