Children's Development and Learning

This course is aimed at practitioners who hold a relevant Level 3 qualification and have a minimum of two years vocational experience. It is aimed at those who are wanting to progress into a more supervisory role.

Tutors on the foundation degree in Children’s Development and Learning will work with you to ensure that you are able to develop the skills and competencies you need to progress in your chosen career. This is a specialist programme aimed at those working or seeking to work in roles associated with children aged 0 – 11 years in educational care settings and primary schools.

A satisfactory DBS and two years of relevant childcare experience is also required for entry on this course.

Successful completion of the FD Children’s Development and Learning will enable you to enrol on the BA (Hons) Leading Children’s Development and Learning at York College University to convert your qualification into a full honours’ degree.

Modules

Level 4
Professional and Academic Competence
Legal and Professional Aspects
Promoting Inclusive Practice
Learning and Development

Level 5
Children in Society
Health and Well-being
Social Policy and Childhood Education
Children’s Play and Exploration