This course caters for people who are already working in the field of early years and childcare to provide a professional development opportunity. Our course links current research and child development theory to professional practice and has well established relationships with local and regional employers. The aim of the foundation degree is to provide a professional development opportunity and a progression route to becoming a graduate. It is designed for people already working in the field of early years who already hold a level 3 qualification and have some post qualifying experience. The course links research and child development theory to professional practice and has well established relationships with local and regional employers.

On this programme you will study the following modules: Year One o The Enabling Practitioner in the 21st Century o The Reflective Student o Learning and Development o Working Together o Pioneers and Pedagogies o Effective Teamwork Year Two o The Critically Reflective Student o Safeguarding in Practice o Leadership and Management o Research Theory and Practice o Positive Relationships o Practitioners as Play Partners

A range of assessment methods are used from reports and essays to presentations, academic posters and portfolios. Typically each module has one form of assessment attached to it. The assessments have been carefully designed to support and develop your skills in independent thinking and learning.

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

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: XL3M

Institution code: S76

Campus Name: Main Site (Stockpot College Campus)

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

All applications will be considered individually however offers will usually be based on: 64 UCAS points (those with 48 UCAS points will be considered for an interview) BTEC Level 3 qualification (2 years) in relevant subject Other related Level 3 qualifications GCSEs at grade C or above (or numeric score of 4/5 under newly reformed GCSE grading) in English, a Maths GCSE is preferable (If a student wishes to pursue onto post graduate study in teaching, maths and science will be required) You should have at least one year post level 3 experience of working with children and currently be working for a minimum of 2 days per week in an appropriate setting. This can be paid or voluntary. You will also need a current enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) certificate that has been issued within 12 months of the start of the course. You can apply for one at enrolment, for a fee, if necessary.

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England	6995.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	6995.0	Year 1
Scotland	6995.0	Year 1
Wales	6995.0	Year 1

£6995 per year, Full Time

Town Centre Campus
Wellington Road South
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Stockport
SK1 3UQ