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Foundation Degree in Working With Children and Families

Course information

  • Study mode: Full Time
  • Duration: Foundation Degree in Working With Children and Families
  • Student type: Undergraduates
  • Course code: E0137/R01

Course Description

  • Study mode: Full Time
  • Duration: Foundation Degree in Working With Children and Families
  • Student type: Undergraduates
  • Course code: E0137/R01

A Foundation Degree Working with Children and Families will start you on your path to working in this challenging and rewarding field.

The aim of the foundation degree is to provide you with a knowledge base that will enable you to reflect on the skills you need to be effective practitioners in the Children’s Workforce sector.

It embeds the key transferable skills and attributes identified as being critical to success in this often challenging sector, including communication and literacy skills, team working, managing self, problem-solving, critical self-reflection and an understanding of the ethical context within which the Children’s Workforce and associated voluntary sectors operate.

These transferable skills will enhance your employability opportunities and assist you in starting your career in this rewarding sector.

The Foundation Degree in Working with Children & Families takes place over 2 years (you will spend one day a week in college). This university level course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to enable you to gain a Level 5 qualification.

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Entry requirements

You will have a relevant and full Level Three qualification in early years or teaching and support to be eligible for a place on the qualification.

To study on this course you should already be working with children/young people and families or have a placement (2 days per week) meaning you can put the skills you learn in college into practice.

Costs

Find Higher Education course costs on our Financial Support page - click here for more details. We have a wide range of resources available, however, you may be required to purchase course texts and learning resources.

What next?

On completion of the Foundation Degree you can progress to have the option to top up to a bachelor's degree in Education or Children & Families. The qualification will also open doors of opportunity for more senior roles in the Early years and educational sector.

Apply for this course

If you would like to apply online for this course, please click below and you’ll be taken to our application portal. If you need any guidance about your choices before applying, email admissions@lcwc.ac.uk or call 01946 839300.