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 (HTQ)
The Early Years (0-8 years) Foundation Degree (HTQ) is a new and innovative course for people who are working, or who aspire to work, in the Early Years sector. This Foundation Degree is suitable for individuals who want to develop their professional practice to take on leadership and management roles within Early Years Education.
Recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education as employer driven, the new Early Years (0-8 years) Foundation Degree has been accredited with the Higher Technical Qualification kitemark and is sector-endorsed by employer developed standards, ensuring learners gain the skills that employers want. Employers can be confident that learners have the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be successful Early Years Practitioners.
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BA (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.