The Foundation Degree in Early Years Practice is a full time qualification which provides students with the specialist knowledge and skills required within the Early Years sector. The degree programme is awarded by Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU). This level 4/5 qualification has been developed in collaboration with Early Years' employers, LJMU and other partner colleges. Work-based learning is a key part of a student's learning. Students will use their workplace, including a chosen mentor and everyday duties, as a key learning resource throughout the programme. Successful completion of the foundation degree may lead to increased promotion opportunities within the Early Years workforce and may also lead to the ability to work at a level recognised by employers as Senior Practitioner. Subject to the availability of places within the university, achievement of the foundation degree also allows progression to the articulated route of BA (Hons) Supporting, Learning and Development at LJMU, or BA (Hons) Top-Up Early Years Childhood Studies at The City of Liverpool College. The foundation degree may also be used as a bridge towards gaining Early Years teacher status working with children from birth to five. Students wanting to progress on to the Early Years Teacher status will be required to have as minimum GCSEs at grade C/4 in English Language, maths and science. **Please note: This course is currently undergoing a review which may impact the advertised modules. Any changes will be communicated to interested parties to ensure they wish to proceed with their application.**

Course content at level 4 includes: Working in Partnership; Early Years Education; The Developing Child; Technology Within the Early Years; Personal Professional Development; The History of Childhood. At level 5, course content includes: Reflection in the Early Years; Inclusion; Health and Well Being; Research Enquiry; Safeguarding Practice Within the Early Years; Leading and Managing in the Early Years. Please note: This course is currently undergoing a review which may impact the advertised modules. Any changes will be communicated to interested parties to ensure they wish to proceed with their application.

Assessment is in accordance with the current assessment regulations which operate within the Academic Framework. These regulations apply to all forms of assessment included in the programme. Please note: it is the student’s responsibility to be aware of, and understand, the assessment regulations. A range of assessment methods are used throughout level 4 and 5 and include reports, essays, presentations individual and seminar, reflective accounts, timed essays, case studies and portfolios.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: X310

Institution code: L43

Campus Name: The Learning Exchange, Roscoe Street

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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To apply for this programme, applicants will be required to hold a Level 3 full and relevant qualification (as listed by the DfE) in childcare. A full list of relevant qualifications is found at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-qualifications-finder It is expected that all applicants will hold relevant Level 2 maths and English qualifications equivalent to GCSE grade C/4 or above. Mature students: The University Centre welcomes applications from mature students who have relevant experience in lieu of the minimum entry requirements. Mature students (over 21) without formal qualifications may be accepted subject to satisfactory literacy and numeracy tests, work experience (if applicable) and a strong personal statement. Recognition of Prior Learning: Applicants may meet entry requirements through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which awards academic credits through recognition of prior learning via work and other life experiences. Recognition of Prior Learning is either certificated (RPCL) through formal assessment, or Experiential (RPEL) via skills and knowledge developed through work and voluntary activities. Students should refer to the RPL Policy on the University Centre website: www.liv-coll.ac.uk/study-at-the-college/higher-education/he-policies-and-procedures/

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England	8278.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	8278.0	Year 1
Scotland	8278.0	Year 1
Wales	8278.0	Year 1

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The Learning Exchange
Roscoe Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L1 9DW