Foundation Degree (FdA) in Early Years Practice

Foundation degrees are degree level qualifications which combine academic study with workplace learning. The Foundation Degree, Early Years Practice is aimed at employees working in the early years sector. It provides access to students wishing to proceed to a full honours degree.

Upon successful completion of the course, students have moved to managerial positions within their workplace. They can also apply for a one-year Level 6 ‘Top-up’ to the BA (Hons) CHildhood Studies at Stockport College, which is also awarded by Sheffield Hallam University. The majority of students choose this option to enhance their career progression opportunities further. For example, some students have pursued PGCE Primary qualification routes or EYTS.

A range of assessment methods are used from reports and essays to presentations, academic posters and portfolios. Typically each module has one form of assessment attached to it. The assessments have been carefully designed to support and develop your skills in independent thinking and learning and you will gain confidence to offer a point of view.

Foundation Degree Early Years Practice

All candidates who are accepted for the programme will be expected to produce a current, valid, enhanced DBS certificate. If they do not hold one, then they will complete an application form which will be forwarded to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a check under the Disclosure of Criminal Background – Protection of Children Act by the college staff. There will be a charge for this. ANy trips are an additional cost.

Year 1 is £8,000 and Year 2 is £6,995 (full-Time) *Subject to Office for Students registration.