Foundation Degree in Education

Ashton-under-Lyne Sixth Form College

The Foundation Degree offers comprehensive coverage of the knowledge and skills required by those supporting learning and teaching.

It is practical and focused on the workplace. The course develops an understanding of teaching and learning, working in education, and behaviour management. It also covers skills required for effective communication, self-development, and career progression.

Part-way throughout the course there is an opportunity to focus your studies. If you have an appropriate level 3 vocational early childhood studies qualification and are working in an early childhood setting you can choose to specialise in early childhood studies - this is a great way to tailor your award to your career aspirations, and further develop your knowledge of educational practice in an early years setting.

On successful completion of study, you will be awarded the following: FdA Education by Staffordshire University.

Entry will be subject to a successful interview and applicants providing evidence that they have a clear enhanced DBS check which confirms that there are no reasons why a candidate should not work with children.

You must be employed for at least four hours per week in an appropriate educational role and setting. This employment may be paid or voluntary. A letter from your headteacher/principal/head of department/manager must accompany any application. This letter must support the application by confirming your involvement in supporting education and state that every effort will be made to support the applicant in undertaking the work-based activities required by the programme. The letter must also state that you have the appropriate and current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.