Course description
Advanced Practice in Early Years Education HNC Level 4 (Part-time)
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Advanced Practice in Early Years Education offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of skills and experience through the selection of optional units across a range of occupational sectors at Level 4. This effectively builds underpinning core skills while preparing the student for subject specialisation at Level 5. Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace scenarios.
Full time also delivered this course 1(full-time) Year.
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Entry Requirements
Our typical offer is UCAS Tarrif points 64 (new), or equivalent
BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP and GCSE English and maths grade C or above (or equivalent point score)
For students who have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to be:
- A BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a related subject
- A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* to C (or equivalent)
- Other related Level 3 qualifications
- An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution
- Related work experience
- An international equivalent of the above
Kirklees College will consider applicants’ prior learning when considering their acceptance on a BTEC Higher Nationals, through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
For more information, please visit the institute website.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution.
Training Course Content
All modules are compulsory.
Semester 1
- Professional Development Through Reflective Practice (20 credits)
- Communication, Values and Leadership for Advanced Early Years Practitioners (20 credits)
- Theories of Development and Progress – Birth to Seven Years, 11 Months (20 credits)
Semester 2
- Early Years Curriculum, Play and Learning (15 credits)
- Safeguarding, Children’s Welfare and Child Protection (15 credits)
- Creating Safe Environments in Early Years Settings (15 credits)
- The Whole Child Approach in Early Years Practice (15 credits)
Why choose Kirklees College
98% pass rate for full time students
25% of HE students graduate with firsts
1,000+ dedicated and experience staff members
Continuing Studies
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Early Years sector.
Below are some examples of job roles each qualification could lead to:
- Early Years Teacher
- Learning Mentor
- Teaching Assistant
- Early Years Manager or Supervisor