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Working with Children and Young People Foundation Degree in Slough

Cost£5,500.00
Duration36 weeks
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Foundation Degree in Working with Children and Young People in Slough. Classes run at Slough and Langley College, full-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks. It is designed for people already working with children and young people aged 0 to 25, across settings such as children's centres, schools, health and social care, and local authority services. You will need a relevant Level 3 qualification, at least two years of relevant experience, and current employment in an appropriate setting for a minimum of two days a week. You will also need a mentor and the support of your school or setting. The foundation degree in working with children and young people qualification deepens your knowledge while you stay in your current role.

Who this course is for

This course is for anyone who works with children and young people from 0 - 25 years (working in Children’s Centres, Secondary school support staff, Extended schools, Health & Social Care and Local Authority Practitioners and Advisory staff) and wants to improve their skills and knowledge whilst staying in their current job. Foundation Degrees (FdA) are particularly appropriate for students considering returning to learning after a break or those who have not gained their qualifications through the traditional school-based route. The course does not qualify you to teach (QTS), or confer the title of Early Years Professional, but is a ‘stepping-stone’ towards this status. This Foundation Degree is validated by the University of West London.

Entry requirements

A relevant Level 3 qualification A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience Current employment in an appropriate setting (for a minimum of 2 days a week) Support of your school or setting Someone to act as your mentor

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of child and young person development across the 0 to 25 age range.
  • You'll examine practice across a range of settings, including schools, children's centres, and health and social care environments.
  • You'll analyse policy and legislation relevant to working with children and young people.
  • You'll reflect critically on your own professional practice in your current role.
  • You'll build knowledge of safeguarding, inclusion, and support for vulnerable young people.
  • You'll explore multi-agency working and how different services collaborate around children and families.

How you will learn

You'll study through classroom-based sessions at Slough and Langley College, combined with learning drawn directly from your current workplace. Assessment typically includes written assignments, reflective practice, and work-based evidence. Your employer and a workplace mentor support your learning alongside your college study. You must be in relevant employment for at least two days a week throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Slough and Langley College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to be in current employment in an appropriate setting and have the support of your employer and a named workplace mentor.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Youth Support Worker: supporting young people aged 11 to 25 in community or school settings
  • Learning Support Assistant: helping pupils with additional needs in schools
  • Children's Centre Worker: delivering family support and early intervention services
  • Early Years Practitioner: working with children from birth to five in nursery or pre-school
  • Family Support Worker: working with families referred through social care or schools
  • Local Authority Children's Services Officer: advisory or practitioner role within council services
  • Health and Social Care Support Worker: supporting children and young people in health settings

What you could study next

A Foundation Degree is a stepping stone toward a full Honours Degree. You may be able to top up to a BA (Hons) in a related subject such as Education, Social Work, or Childhood Studies at a university, typically in one further year of study. From there, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or a Social Work degree could open further regulated roles. Check with universities directly about credit recognition and entry requirements for top-up routes.

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