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Two year degree programme taught and facilitated by Pen Green Research Base,

accredited by the University of HertfordshireStudy while you work with our unique study blocks

Foundation Degree Early Childhood & Education

(Integrated Working with Families and Children)

Foundation Degree (Arts)Early Childhood & Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children)

QualificationFoundation Degree (Arts)

Length2 Years

LocationPen Green Research

Development and Training Base, Corby, Northamptonshire

Fees£6165 per year

Student FinanceYou may be eligible for a Student Loan and a

Maintenance Loan*

AttendanceSix, one week study blocks

Dates28th Sept to 2nd Oct 2020

1st to 5th Dec 202022nd to 26th Feb 2021

27th Sept to 1st Oct 202129th Nov to 3rd Dec 2021

28th Feb to 4th March 2022

OverviewThe Foundation Degree (Arts) in Early Childhood & Education is an exciting entry into Higher Education, delivered at the Pen Green Research Base and endorsed by the University of Hertfordshire. This course is designed for those who wish to combine study with other commitments, and provides an opportunity to develop a range of vocational, academic and personal skills which will be of value in your practice in the workplace. The Foundation Degree (Arts) is a full-time course, completed over two years in flexible one-week study blocks. It is both a rigorous academic and a coherent vocational qualification, drawing heavily on work-based learning.

Is this course for you?The course is open to all those engaged in working directly with children and families or involved in early childhood services, with appropriate qualifications and experience.

Further Study For those who wish to take their study further, the degree will also offer a preparation towards an Honours Degree and is a recognised key pathway towards Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) and Primary Teacher Training (ITT).

How to applyPlease see online for more details or contact us to request an application form: pengreenenquiries@northamptonshire.gov.uk01536 443435

* Please see the following www.gov.uk/apply-for-student-finance for more information.

Pen GreenResearch BasepengreenResearch, Development and Training Base

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Courses are subject to approval by the University of Hertfordshire