Ba %28honours%29 early childhood in Open university

If you currently work with children from birth to seven years, or are looking to learn more about young children's lives and experiences, this degree could be of interest to you. You'll investigate early childhood from national and international perspectives with a focus on the central importance of children's voices and the participatory nature of young children's experiences. You'll also gain an understanding of early childhood in diverse social, cultural and multi-disciplinary contexts.Professionally and vocationally relevant across many early childhood contexts.Takes a holistic approach to understanding early childhood from a range of perspectives.Covers young children's play and creativity within the context of the family and early childhood settings.Encourages critical understanding and reflection on contemporary issues and debates in early childhood

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification.You do not need to be working with young children in order to study this qualification; however to enhance your learning in core practice-focused modules, it is strongly recommended that students gain direct experience with young children (birth to 7 years, 11 months). Students not working with young children (employed or in a voluntary capacity) will need to negotiate opportunities to gain such practical experience. It is your responsibility and that of your employer -- not the OU's - to ensure the necessary Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (or equivalent if not working in England) required for the setting and country in which you're working is obtained and that you meet the 'fit person' criteria for work with young children. If you are in any doubt about your eligibility, or to find out more, contact the relevant agency in your country.

nursery worker/manager,teacher,family support worker,counsellor,child psychotherapist,careers adviser,advice worker,probation officer,social worker,education welfare officer,learning mentor,community development worker.

9th Sep