EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT FDA WITH SPECIALIST PATHWAYS
Knowledgeable and effective practitioners are vital in supporting children to develop their learning and achieve their potential. This new and innovative degree is designed for people who are working in, or who aspire to work with children as a teaching assistant, special needs assistant, cover supervisor, HLTA or outdoor learning practitioner.
The Foundation Degree in Education and Development offer pathways of specialisation in Teaching and Learning, SEND or Outdoors Learning.
Whilst studying this foundation degree you will explore factors from the perspectives of both young people and practitioners that can influence learning and development as well as how the environment and curriculum supports development. As a result, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to make a significant difference to learners’ outcomes.
This programme has been developed to draw and build upon prior experience and skills to support you in discovering fresh insights.
Find out MoreEARLY YEARS (0-8) FOUNDATION DEGREE
The Early Years (0-8) Foundation Degree is a new and innovative course for people who are working, or who aspire to work, in the Early Years sector. The course is designed to fit around your needs, offering face to face session on a weekly basis whilst developing your skills in practice. If this sounds appealing, then this course could be for you.
Throughout the degree, you will be offered the opportunity to develop the appropriate professional attributes, knowledge and understanding required for the care and education of children within national and international contexts. This interconnected approach is reflected in a range of assignments designed to encourage you to consider a variety of perspectives and the development of critical skills in relation to theory applied to practice.
Find out MoreBA (Hons) Professional Practice Top-up Degree
If you are currently working in a professional area such as early years, children’s services or elsewhere in the education sector, this degree will enable you to enhance your skills and expertise, furthering your professional development. As a skilled professional, you will constantly evaluate your performance, striving to meet both current and future demands, and facilitating positive changes in the workplace. This degree will help you engage proactively with the professional challenges encountered in your role. You will be
encouraged to share expertise and insights with colleagues from other professional contexts, promoting an inter-disciplinary approach to learning.