"CPD from the Historical Association is always high quality and provides expert guidance and support."  At the HA we know how essential subject-specific CPD is for your development. That’s why, we offer a year-round programme of training that supports history teachers at all stages of their career, from trainees to...

In this final session, we will attempt to tackle the problems arising from the treatment of the historical method in the current GCSE specifications. We will pull apart the ubiquitous “How useful are these sources…?” question and consider ways to prepare students to approach these questions with confidence. 

This webinar covers the sometimes hidden and controversial history of how the RAF has recruited and treated its black service personnel over time, particularly those from the British Caribbean, from 1945 onwards. Weaving in the until now untold record of different black RAF veterans from the West Midlands, it will...

In this meeting of the Teach Environmental Histories network, Sophie Pinkham presents a brief talk exploring key themes from her book 'The Oak and The Larch: A Forest History of Russia and its Empires'. Her lecture will then be followed by a presentation from history teacher Alistair Dickins on how...

In this session, we grapple with the valued currency of many GCSE mark schemes – the explained point. We will reflect on the limitations of generic approaches like PEE and consider a more effective strategy for helping students explain change, cause and consequence. 

This webinar covers the sometimes hidden and controversial history of how the RAF recruited and treated its black service personnel, particularly those from the British Caribbean, between 1918 and 1945. Set against the backdrop of world war, imperial decline and racism it will show how their chequered experience paved the...

This webinar will be presented by Dr Wendy Toon, Senior Lecturer in American History at the University of Worcester. The webinar will focus on her recent research on women in the GI Movement against the Vietnam War. Her prior related projects include a conference and public exhibition focusing on ‘Pro-...

In this session, we will look at ways in which teachers can help their students develop knowledge of the overarching structures of their GCSE topics.

This webinar will begin by discussing the continued relevance of sharing the stories of those who died in both world wars with young people. It will then move on to exploring the exciting range of resources that the Commonwealth War Graves Commission have to offer schools that enable them to...

This informal webinar will provide an introduction to the Chartered Teacher of History scheme, including the process, the framework and assessment and a chance to ask questions about the programme.

In this session, we will engage with the thorny problem of “too much content” and explore ways in which GCSE History can be made more accessible and memorable.

This informal webinar will provide an introduction to the Historical Association Quality Mark including the process, the framework and assessment and a chance to ask questions about the programme.

Calling all those beginning their initial teacher education! In this session you’ll hear from and be able to ask questions to both teacher educators and those who have just completed their initial teacher education and are embarking upon life as a new history teacher. Their advice and guidance will help...

In this first session, we will explore the layers of knowledge that underpin successful performance at GCSE and examine why this approach can be more effective at improving outcomes than a steady diet of exam question practice.

This webinar will explore the Red Power Movement, which formed part of the protest culture of the 1960s and 1970s. In particular the webinar will look at the American Indian Movement, a grassroots Indigenous civil rights group which staged several large scale protests against the oppression of Indigenous people in...

Book Now (Registration is via Cademy which opens in a new window/tab. Please read the HA CPD terms and conditions before registering) This one-day event will feature lectures from university academics on a variety of topics within Italian history from 1830–1946. It will provide up to date academic knowledge on key topics...

This six-week online course is designed to energise your teaching and help you engage with the history education community. In this programme you will access rich, subject-specific professional development designed specifically for experienced teachers: an antidote to one-size-fits-all training. We will explore of some of the biggest questions, the thorniest...

Book now Autumn 2026 Cohort - Thursday 17 September, 4pm-5pm- Thursday 5 November, 4pm-5pm- Thursday 10 December, 4pm-5pm Spring 2027 Cohort - Thursday 7 January, 4pm-5pm- Thursday 25 February, 4pm-5pm- Thursday 18 March, 4pm-5pm Summer 2027 Cohort - Thursday 29 April, 4pm-5pm- Thursday 3 June, 4pm-5pm- Thursday 8 July, 4pm-5pm   If you have...

Welcome to the Historical Association's online course for developing subject leadership in history teaching. Led by a team of 6 experienced subject leaders, including Hugh Richards, Sharon Aninakwa, Ruth Lingard, David Hibbert, Elizabeth Carr and Catherine Priggs, this course will equip history leaders fully for the demands of the role and...

The History Teacher Development Programme is an online course aimed at history teachers who want to re-focus their attention on teaching ambitious and rigorous history.  Are you a relatively new teacher coming to the end of your ECT years? Are you a more experienced teacher who wants to re-engage with...