Postgraduate Certificate Early Years (leading to EYPS)
Introduction
This programme offers you the opportunity to achieve a Postgraduate Certificate in Early Years and also progress directly to assessment for Early Years Professional Status. This is known as the ‘full route’ to EYPS and placements are integrally linked to the programme; the full route is for graduates who are potential future leaders in the Early Years sector. Attainment of Early Years Professional Status will allow you to manage a Children’s Centre or a full day-care setting. Further information can be accessed on the Children’s Workforce Development Council website www.cwdcouncil.org.uk
The UCP Marjon EYPS pass rate is above the national average.
Course Code / Duration
Duration
1 year full time. Sessions typically 2 days per week and attend placements in Early Years settings.
Entry Requirements
- A Degree (not necessarily related to early childhood)
- Mathematics and English Language GCSE Grade C are required for final assessment and applicants will be expected to hold one or other and provide evidence of study to enable any missing GCSEs to be attained by the end of the programme
- Some limited experience of working with young children, an interest in working in Early Years settings and an ability to demonstrate potential for leadership in the sector
- Applicants will be expected to complete an on-line health assessment to determine fitness for the role
- This programme is also subject to a CRB check and ISA registration
Applying:
Apply directly to UCP Marjon Application Form (word document)
Module Information
Module 1: Critical Reflections on the Developing Child
You will reflect on how children learn and develop and investigate what influences and shapes children as they grow. Different theories of child development will be evaluated.
Module 2: Enabling Young Children to Learn through play
An in-depth debate around children’s play, this module includes issues of diversity and inclusion. Equal opportunities will be discussed and how these issues influence the delivery of services to young children.
Module 3: Pedagogy and the Early Years Curriculum
You will look at how the personal development and achievement of all young children is effectively promoted through the implementation of the early years foundation stage. You will develop your understanding of sustained shared thinking and how this supports children’s learning.
Module 4: Leadership and Management in Early Years Settings
This module looks at developing the leadership and management skills needed to promote effective practice within settings. Using situations from your placement, you will be encouraged to develop critical insights into your working practice to inform decision-making and to support others.
Fees and Funding
There is no tuition fee. You will receive a bursary of £5000.
For more detailed finance information please go to Fees and Funding
Course Tutors
Career Opportunities
Early Years professionals are key to raising the quality of Early Years provision. They are ‘change agents’ to improve practice. They will lead practice across the Early Years Foundation Stage, support and mentor other practitioners and model the skills and behaviours that safeguard and support children.
Additional Information
UCP Marjon is a member of SWIFT (South West Initiative for Teaching). To learn more about this partnership and further information about the Early Years status please visit their website.
Alternatively, contact:
Carolyn Hedges
Plymouth Local Agent for SWIfT EYPS
University College of St Mark and St John
Room 131 Block A
Derriford
Plymouth
PL6 8BH
Carolyn.Hedges@plymouth.gov.uk
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