Early Years Education - Foundation Degree (University of Greenwich)

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Duration : 2 years The Foundation Degree in Early Years has received DfES and Sure Start recognition and will open the doors to a wide range of future career opportunities in early years. Covering current theoretical perspectives on early years education and care',' the course has been specifically designed for students who are currently working in or those who have aspirations to work in an early years setting at senior practitioner level. Subjects studied include: Year 1 >> Professional Practice >> Working as part of a Multidisciplinary Team >> Children and Families >> Learning and Development through Play Year 2 Choose from optional courses related to the curriculum at Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. >> Professional Practice 2 >> Safeguarding Children >> Birth',' age 5 >> Personal and Professional Development 2 (Specific Route Project) You will be assessed on the basis of written assignments',' reports',' projects',' timed assessments and reflective evaluations. All assessment methods will be closely linked to working practice. Entry Requirements: You should have a Level 3 qualification in a related area and employment with children',' paid or voluntary',' for at least two days a week. Some direct entry places are available if you have at least two A-Levels and can demonstrate a commitment to working with children. You will be asked to attend an interview. Career Options: The qualification can',' after a bridging programme',' allow entry to the final year of several University of Greenwich degrees. These include: BA (Hons) Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Early Years with EYPS BA (Hons) Education Studies BA (Hons) Social Care It also provides a path to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via the Registered Teachers Programme (RTP). Successful completion improves your prospects of career progression',' with roles such as a senior early years practitioner',' centre manager and early years teacher possible. <h2>How to Apply:

Course information

Name: Early Years Education - Foundation Degree (University of Greenwich) Qualification title: Unitisation (external qualification not approved) Higher Level, Health, Public Services and Care (SSA 1), PW A Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20130903 01:43:11 Updated 20130903 01:43:11

Entry requirements

None

Provider

West Kent and Ashford College
Further Education
info@westkent.ac.uk
0845 207 8220
http://www.westkentandashford.ac.uk

Address

West Kent College
Brook Street Town: Tonbridge County:Kent

Learning aims

Title: Unitisation (external qualification not approved) Higher Level, Health, Public Services and Care (SSA 1), PW A Qualification: Unitisation (external qualification not approved) Higher Level, Health, Public Services and Care (SSA 1), PW A Classification: Health, Public Services and Care

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