Education and Development with Specialist Pathways
Knowledgeable and effective practitioners are vital in supporting children to develop their learning and achieve their potential. This innovative degree is designed for people who are working in, or who aspire to work with children as a teaching assistant, special needs assistant, cover supervisor or HLTA.
The Foundation Degree in Education and Development offer pathways of specialisation in Teaching and Learning or SEND.
Whilst studying this foundation degree you will explore factors from the perspectives of both young people and practitioners that can influence learning and development as well as how the environment and curriculum supports development. As a result, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to make a significant difference to learners’ outcomes.
This programme has been developed to draw and build upon prior experience and skills to support you in discovering fresh insights.
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BA (Hons) Professional Practice Top-up Degree
If you are currently working in a professional area such as early years, children’s services or elsewhere in the education sector, this degree will enable you to enhance your skills and expertise, furthering your professional development. As a skilled professional, you will constantly evaluate your performance, striving to meet both current and future demands, and facilitating positive changes in the workplace. This degree will help you engage proactively with the professional challenges encountered in your role. You will be
encouraged to share expertise and insights with colleagues from other professional contexts, promoting an inter-disciplinary approach to learning.
End Point Assessment
Apprenticeship standards require you to complete an assessment at the end of the programme to assess your ability and competence in your job role. The end point assessment will vary depending on which apprenticeship you are undertaking, but usually have several elements such as a professional discussion regarding your portfolio of evidence, you may have to do a presentation or be observed in practice and there may also be an on-line test. All the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to pass end point assessment will be learnt by you throughout your apprenticeship.
Some apprenticeships have mandatory qualifications within the programme. For other apprenticeships there may be the opportunity to undertake a supporting accredited qualification.
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