Early Years Education PGCert with Early Years Teacher Status
University of Brighton
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Falmer and the University of Sussex

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Falmer and the University of Sussex

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If you’re already working in the sector, our Early Years Education PGCert course leads to Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). The course will enhance your skills and knowledge and your career.You will train to teach with an Ofsted ‘outstanding’ provider and gain practical experiences in other settings, including a school.Your focus will be on the critical analysis of early years research, theory and policy and leading practice in early years.Our part-time course is designed to complement your ...Read more

If you’re already working in the sector, our Early Years Education PGCert course leads to Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). The course will enhance your skills and knowledge and your career.You will train to teach with an Ofsted ‘outstanding’ provider and gain practical experiences in other settings, including a school.Your focus will be on the critical analysis of early years research, theory and policy and leading practice in early years.Our part-time course is designed to complement your work. There are no fees to pay and your employer will receive incentive payments to provide support and cover while you are studying.

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89/279
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29th
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88th
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Amie
24 Feb 25

I like the uni the accom are ok very expensive not a lot of help finding housing after first year which I feel like would be helpful..Read more

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Angie
12 Feb 24

Tutors at the university are so dedicated to helping students achieve and go above and beyond. There are also many support services in place to help student with a range of..Read more

Entry requirements

A degree (300 HE credit points of which 60 must be at level 6) from a UK higher education institution or equivalent qualification.

GCSE

Minimum grade C in English language, mathematics and a science. If you do not meet the GCSE requirements, we can offer an equivalence test; contact us for details.

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There are no fees to pay on this course. We also work in partnership with your current employer to provide training and support and offer your employer a £7,000 financial incentive to provide for your cover while you're at university and on placement.

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I like the uni the accom are ok very expensive not a lot of help finding housing after first year which I feel like would be helpful...
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Tutors at the university are so dedicated to helping students achieve and go above and beyond. There are also many support services in place to help student with a range of...
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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a strong choice for postgraduate students looking to develop their professional careers, whether by...

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Village Way Brighton Brighton and Hove BN1 9PH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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