哈德斯菲尔德大学

What happens during a child’s early years has a lasting impact on their future development so it is important that children have the best possible foundation. This course gives you a thorough grounding in child development and early education preparing you for the important task of working with children and their families. Why Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC)? * You will have the option to be assessed against the nine Graduate Practitioner Competencies (GPC) of the Early Childhood Studies Degree Network (ECSDN). Successful demonstration of these competencies will mean you will be awarded Graduate Practitioner Status (GPS) alongside your degree. This could kick start your career in the education and care of young children. * The course will give you the chance to explore the important issues that impact on children’s lives focusing on birth to seven years old. You’ll look at health and wellbeing, education and learning and development. We’ll also go on to take a wider view, focusing on topics such as safeguarding, society and environment. * Work placements form a key part of the full-time course. Your placement will give you the chance to gain real, practical experience working in a professional environment. These practical experiences, combined with your academic studies, will help you develop the skills that employers are looking for. * While you’re studying, you’ll be able to access our extensive professional and academic network, not to mention our excellent facilities and specialist equipment, including our mock Early Years classroom designed to help you prepare for the real world whilst you study.If you are currently employed in an Early Years setting and are looking for part-time study, our Early Years BA(Hons) (https://courses.hud.ac.uk/part-time/undergraduate/early-years-ba-hons) course is typically taught on Saturdays and may be most suited to your needs. Please note that this course does not provide the option of being assessed against the Graduate Practitioner Competencies.You should choose Early Years if you are interested in early childhood education and care services and want to develop your knowledge and understanding about children and their lives, including their families and communities. The focus is primarily on younger children and the Early Years Foundation Stage, from birth to the end of reception; although we do recognise the importance of holistic perspectives in care, learning and development. You will have an opportunity to experience working with children during your placements as this 'hands on' practical learning forms a major part of the course and compliments the many exciting modules you will take. My role is to ensure that the course is current and in line with sector requirements and that all students receive a high quality experience. ~ Amanda Crow, Course Leader, Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) BA(Hons)Additional costs: * Your placements could be in Huddersfield or surrounding areas, so please consider any travelling costs you may incur. * A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required to enable you to undertake placements in settings with children. We arrange this as part of the application process. Please note that there may be a charge for the DBS check.