Early Childhood Top-Up

Structure You are expected to attend one day a week at college, alongside working in the sector.

The course modules are:

Teaching and Learning Students will explore psychological, sociological, global, cultural, economic and educational aspect of childhood. They will develop problem solving, critical analysis and independent thinking. They will be able to explore particular areas of interest with their Independent Project.

Assessment Assessment will be a variety of methods, including essays, reports, observations and academic presentations. You will be supported throughout and also be encouraged to monitor their own progress, giving them the opportunity to discuss any issues with their lecturers during the course.

Industry Links Students work in early years settings alongside studying which brings relevant and current practice in a range of settings. Students sometimes change roles in order to gain a wider experience.

Progression Students are qualified and equipped to work within management of early years settings. This qualification can also lead to Primary Teaching - Qualified Teacher Status or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) – through PGCE or Schools Direct. Other possible careers could include: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher, Social Worker, Child Psychotherapist and Counsellor, Educational Psychologist, Paediatric Nurse, Speech and Language Therapist, Early Years Outreach Worker, Local Authority Worker and Learning Mentor.

About Us Our campus has a range of modern facilities to enhance students learning experience. There are frequent buses from the surrounding areas and local train stations in Havant and Cosham. The College has free onsite parking.