A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Nursery Practitioner Courses in Preston.
In year one you will study 12 elements of core knowledge inclusive of:
The wider education context Child development Supporting education Safeguarding health and well-being Behaviour Observation and assessment Equality and Diversity Special educational needs and disability English as an additional language Parents families and carers Working with others Reflective practice This is supported by a package of employability and enrichment opportunities to strengthen the core knowledge, skills and behaviours developed during your studies.
In year two you will focus on the completion of an occupational specialism within Early Years Education and Childcare. This aims to develop the knowledge and skills that are required to enter into the workplace as a competent practitioner or for further study. It aims to deepen the core knowledge developed in year one in application to practice within the early year’s sector.
At least two 5s and three 4s at GCSE including at least a 4 in English Language and Maths.
NOTE: Completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service Application (DBS) is compulsory as gaining work experience with a range of vulnerable client groups is an essential requirement of this course.
