Open Search Open Mobile Menu Tell us what you are searching for e.g. Apprenticeships... Search Search Now Higher Education Education Foundation Degree in Education (Early Childhood Studies) FdA Foundation Degree in Education (Early Childhood Studies) FdA Print this page Courses Code QDHCCFDECS Study method Part Time Location(s) Lichfield Apply Now Apply Now Is this course for you? If you work or volunteer in an early years setting and would like to further your career and knowledge; or if you are currently completing a level 3 in early years and would like to continue learning, then a Foundation Degree in Education (Early Childhood Studies) is the course for you. The course runs over two and a half years at Lichfield College one evening per week and covers Levels 4 & 5. The qualification is awarded by Staffordshire University who offer a Top-up year in Education or Early Years for those who are aiming to achieve a full BA. The Foundation Degree allows you to develop and engage in personal development and progression in aspects such as confidence and team collaboration, in a learning environment that encourages self-expression and professional bonding through research tasks, group discussions, debating and friendships that lay a foundation for holistic learning and growth. This course is based at Lichfield College Use the button above to apply for this course directly through Staffordshire University. Required qualifications A full Level 2 qualification in English and maths A Level 3 qualification in early years (or a closely related subject) Disclosure and barring service check A minimum of 4 hours voluntary or paid work within a setting working with children within the EYFS (a confirmation letter is requested) What skills will I develop? Through classroom delivery, group work, online, practical, workshops, one to one support, research, reflection, you will study a range of topics. Year 1: Personal and professional development – 20 credits Supporting learning and inclusion – 20 credits Learning and holistic development – 40 credits Safeguarding & developing educational practice – 40 credits Year 2: Leadership & team-working – 20 credits Professionalism and Career Development – 20 credits Planning for Learning – 40 credits Working with Young Children (Guided Research in Early Years) – 40 credits Careers Through completing the course students have gone onto take a variety of new career and study roles. Many of our students go onto the top up courses in early years or education and are planning to become primary teachers. Other have used their new knowledge and skills to take up training and assessing roles within early years. For some it has contributed to their progression into management roles in the sector. Here are some of the jobs students have taken up after studying with us on this course Primary school teacher Early years teacher Early years manager Early years practitioner Teaching assistant Play worker Child psychologist Play therapist Education welfare roles Work experience It is mandatory that you are in a placement or workplace, which delivers the EYFS, for a minimum of four hours per week. English and maths It will be important for you to keep developing maths and English skills throughout the course. There will be many opportunities to develop writing and communication skills within the work. Maths will also play a part in your studies and will be vital when you progress to other levels and careers. For primary and early years teaching you must have GCSEs in English, maths and a science by the time you go onto your PGCE. Other important information Applications This qualification is awarded by Staffordshire University. To apply please use the link below which will take you to the Staffordshire University course page and application link: www.staffs.ac.uk/course/education-early-childhood-studies-fda-ussl Finance You can borrow the cost of the course from Student Finance England. Visit: www.gov.uk/student-finance to register and apply once you have been accepted on the course. Fees Year 1 – £3,015 Year 2 – £3,015 Year 3 – £2,010 Total fee = £8,040 Is this course for you? Required qualifications What skills will I develop? Careers Work experience English and maths Other important information “This course has not only broadened my knowledge of childcare practice and theory but has helped me understand and appreciate why we do the things we do in setting.” Amy Richards Foundation Degree Education FdA Student 0300 456 24 24 enquiries@southstaffs.ac.uk Open to The Public Animal Zone Nirvana hair and beauty Perrycroft Restaurant Rodbaston Aquaculture Rodbaston Equestrian Rodbaston Hall Wedge Art Gallery Important Information About Us Appeals Process Apply Now Alumni College Calendar Governance Leadership Team Student Activities Pay Online SSC TV Taster Days Press/Media Contacts Information for Schools Website Disclaimer Useful Links Career Information College Vacancies Comments, compliments and complaints procedure Learner Services MySSC App News Open days Staff Intranet SSC Learner Portal Student Office 365 Login Student Finance Term Dates Transport Work Experience Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Go to the South Staffordshire College Homepage Click to visit the South Staffordshire College youtube page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College instagram page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College twitter page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College facebook page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College linkedin page © 2021 South Staffordshire College - All Rights Reserved - Designed and Developed with ♥ by Elementary Digital