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COURSE OVERVIEW
This is an exciting new course that combines a mixture of technical knowledge and work placement to give you the skills and experience you need to work with children. You will learn about child development, observing children, working with families and special educational needs and disabilities. In addition to this you will also learn about child psychology, laws and different job roles within the education sector.
If you want to become a Primary Teacher, Teaching Assistant or Nursery Practitioner, then this is the course for you!
This is a great opportunity for you to work alongside professionals, become part of the team and put theory into practice. The course is made up of a core unit and a specialism (either Early Years or Assisting Teaching). What you learn in the classroom you will be able to put into practice in placement.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You will need 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above, including English Language and Mathematics. Previous work experience with children will support your application.
This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in early years education, childcare or assisting teaching. Students can progress into roles such as:
Your core unit will be assessed with 2 exams at the end of the first year and a project. The project will be a controlled assessment that is linked to your work experience.
Your specialism will be assessed by three assessments. This includes observation in placement that is carried out over the course. There will also be practical activities like planning activities for children and observing children in placement.
To work with children you also need an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to work with children but the College will pay for this for you.
Childcare students have been carrying out placement experience for many years. As a result of this work experience, you will find out a lot about what you do and don’;t want to do as a career. This experience allows you to develop wonderful skills for employment or further education. If you would like further information, please contact info@haywardsheath.ac.uk