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Level 5 Early Years Studies Foundation Degree in Nottingham

Cost£5,500.00
Duration3 years
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

FdA Early Years Studies Foundation Degree (Level 5) in Nottingham. Classes run at Basford, part-time during the day over three years. The course is designed for people already working in the early years sector who want to move into senior practitioner roles or progress toward early years teacher training. You'll need to be working at least ten hours a week in an early years post while you study. Modules cover child development, safeguarding, observation and assessment, working with parents, and managing your professional role. Tuition fees apply, and various bursaries may be available for some learners.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people working in the early years' sector and wish to progress to work as a senior practitioner or on to an early years' teacher training course.

Entry requirements

You will need a minimum of 48 UCAS points from: At least two A Levels at A2; BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma; International Baccalaureate; Access to HE Diploma.

Other combinations of qualifications and experience will also be considered, as will Level 3 qualifications not currently listed on the UCAS tariff.

We would expect students to be working at (or to demonstrate competency at) Level 2 or above in English/literacy and maths/numeracy.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of child development and well-being
  • You'll study safeguarding children and how to apply it in practice
  • You'll learn observation and assessment techniques for early years settings
  • You'll explore anti-discriminatory practice and meeting individual needs
  • You'll examine play, early learning, and the early years curriculum
  • You'll develop skills in working with parents and carers to support children
  • You'll build your professional practice and personal development as a senior practitioner
  • You'll study managing behaviour and supporting children with individual needs

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Basford on a part-time daytime timetable. The programme is work-based, meaning your workplace forms part of your learning. You'll need employer support and a mentor who can confirm they'll provide the full range of roles and responsibilities. Assessment methods are not specified in the source data; Basford will confirm the full assessment details before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Basford will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to be in an early years role for at least 10 hours a week and have a statement of support from your employer or mentor before the course begins.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery Practitioner: senior role in a nursery or early years setting
  • Room Leader: leading a room or age-group team in a nursery
  • Early Years Educator: working across the EYFS with children 0-5
  • Childminder: running your own registered childminding provision
  • Learning Support Assistant (Foundation Stage): supporting children in school reception classes
  • Nursery Manager: managing staff, compliance, and daily operations
  • Early Years SENCO: coordinating support for children with additional needs

What you could study next

If you want to move into teaching, a Level 5 FdA in Early Years Studies is a recognised step toward Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or a full BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies. You could also progress to a BA (Hons) top-up degree at a university, typically one further year of study. Those aiming for qualified teacher status in schools would need to go on to a PGCE or School Direct route.

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