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BA in Early Years at Francis St Calderdale College

CostFREE
Duration180 hours
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Free BA (Hons) in Early Years course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College on a part-time daytime basis, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This degree-level course develops advanced knowledge and practice in early childhood education and care. You'll study 180 hours of taught content. The BA in early years qualification prepares you for senior and specialist roles working with young children. BA (Hons) in Early Years with certificate.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced understanding of child development from birth to age five and beyond.
  • You'll explore theories of early childhood learning and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll examine safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
  • You'll study inclusive practice and how to support children with additional needs.
  • You'll build knowledge of curriculum frameworks, including the Early Years Foundation Stage.
  • You'll analyse leadership and professional practice within early years settings.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Francis St Calderdale College during daytime hours. Assessment methods for this course are not specified in the source data. Visit the college website or contact the centre directly for full details of how you'll be assessed on this programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery Practitioner: lead practice in a nursery or early years setting
  • Room Leader: oversee a room and support junior staff
  • Early Years SENCO: coordinate support for children with additional needs
  • Children's Centre Worker: deliver family support and early intervention
  • Early Years Teacher: with further training, teach in a reception class
  • Family Support Worker: work with families in community or statutory settings
  • Childminder: run your own registered childcare provision

What you could study next

With a BA (Hons) in Early Years, you could pursue Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) through a postgraduate programme. A PGCE with Early Years specialism is another option if you want to teach in schools. Some graduates go on to a Master's in Early Childhood Education to move into research, policy, or senior leadership roles.

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