Level 5 Early Years Studies Foundation Degree

This programme has been specifically designed as a flexible, work-based programme to suit the needs of those working in the Early Years sector, and who wish to develop their skills to obtain qualifications to Level 4 and Level 5. During the course students will be required to work at least 10 hours per week in a childcare post, in either a voluntary or paid capacity.

This course consists of the following modules:

• Study Skills and current Initiatives
• Personal Development and Professional Practice
• Play, Children's Early Learning and the Curriculum
• Anti-discriminatory Practice
• Observation and Assessment
• Child Development and Wellbeing
• Safeguarding Children
• Meeting Individual Needs
• Managing Behaviour
• Working with parents and carers to support children
• The Curriculum in Action
• Managing your Professional role

Students must have ALL of the following

• A current and valid Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification (eg NNEB, DCE, BTEC National Diploma, NVQ Level 3)
• Students must have gained their level 3 qualification and have been employed for two years at this level for a least 10 hours per week
• GCSEs in Maths & English at Grade C or above, or have equivalent qualifications at Level 2, or be working towards them (if you wish to progress to teacher training you will also need a science GCSE at grade C)

Acceptance on the course will be subject to successful interview and references.

A statement of support and commitment from your employer/mentor stating that they will be able to meet the range of roles and responsibilities in the workplace will also be needed.