A-Level Programme - BTEC Extended Certificate in Early Childhood Development (AAQ)

This course will allow you to engage in a broad investigation of the childrens care and education sector (0-8 years).

On our A-Level programme, you will study three or four subjects. Please apply for three or four subjects and use our course selector here to check what options you can do!

What will I study in this subject?

Over the two years, you will study the following mandatory units:

• Children's development: You will explore children's developmental progress from birth up to eight years. You will examine theories, principles and factors relating to development.

• Keeping children safe: You will explore the responsibilities of a professional to maintain health and safety as
  well as ensuring effective safeguarding measures are in place. You will understand what to do in an emergency and when to address concerns about a childs welfare.

• Play and learning: You will explore the concept of play, the influence of theories and approaches to play,
  and the benefits of play and learning activities for children

• Research and reflective practice in an early childhood setting: You will understand how research findings influence policy and provision for children and will be able to reflect on how this influences their own behaviour and expectations in the work placement environment.

This subject is assessed by two external examinations and assignments.

You will need:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and maths