Early Childhood Foundation Degree
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Early Childhood Foundation Degree
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Description
Our Foundation Degree provides a broad perspective of work with young children (0 - 8 years) and the course develops students' skills in the study of childhood from psychological, historical, cultural, sociological, social policy and philosophical viewpoints. It aims to give students an understanding of the diverse contexts in which children develop and learn. It is designed for those working in a variety of early childhood settings, for example, reception classes, pre-schools, nurseries, children's health services and in social services family centres.
Indicative Course Content
Over the three years of the Foundation Degree the focus of your learning will be on developing your skills, kno…
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Our Foundation Degree provides a broad perspective of work with young children (0 - 8 years) and the course develops students' skills in the study of childhood from psychological, historical, cultural, sociological, social policy and philosophical viewpoints. It aims to give students an understanding of the diverse contexts in which children develop and learn. It is designed for those working in a variety of early childhood settings, for example, reception classes, pre-schools, nurseries, children's health services and in social services family centres.
Indicative Course Content
Over the three years of the Foundation Degree the focus of your learning will be on developing your skills, knowledge and experience as an early years practitioner.
Indicative Areas of Study
The programme of study is delivered partly through taught sessions and partly through employer-supported work-based learning. It is designed to support the development of the role of the early childhood worker through an intermediate level of study and can also provide progression towards gaining a full degree in Childhood Studies and then the PGCE leading to QTS or EYPS route.
- Child Development
- The social context of early years
- Personal, social and emotional development
- Working with children and their families
- Health Care for Young Children
- Education and Day Care for Young Children
- Special Needs Provision
- Child Protection/Children's Rights
- Play
- Study Skills, Skills in Reflection and Research Skills
- Observation and assessment
- Professional practice
- Managing children's behaviour
- Management
Why this Course?
- A practical, vocational focus to the study of Early Years working
- A grounding in social science perspectives to inform practice
- Supportive small-group learning
- Individual tutorial support to assist with the planning and checking of course work
- Embraces multi-professional inter-agency working
Careers
- A range of work with Early Years (0 to 8 years) management and policy-making
- Nursery day-care manager
- Hospital support worker
- Health and social care
- Special needs (for example portage)
- Good preparation for teaching and social work with young children
- Research
Central Sussex College
Programme is available at Central Sussex College (3 year part time basis) Contact Alison Marshall on 01293 442259 or amarshall@centralsussex.ac.uk or visit http://www.centralsussex.ac.uk
Entry Requirements
3 Years Part Time or 2 years full time
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