Early Education and Childcare (HNC)

This course provides an integrated programme of theory and practice at advanced higher level The course aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles and values underlying the care and education of young children through practical experience, academic study and independent research.

Entry requirements

• NC Early Education and Childcare or SVQ level II Children’s Care, Learning and Development (or equivalent).
• PVG Disclosure is essential as work experience opportunities are part of the course.  Anniesland College will pay for this.

Duration

1 Year Full time August to June

Course content

• Children and Young People's Rights: Provision, Protection and Participation
• Early Education and Child care: Group award Graded unit 1
• Theoretical Approaches to Development and Learning
• Working in an Early Education and Childcare setting

Optional Units

• Children and Young People with Additional Support Needs
• Contemporary Issues for Children and Families
• Curriculum and Assessment in an Early Education and Childcare Setting
• Promoting Language, Literacy and Numeracy in Early Education and Childcare
• Working with Children 0-3 years
• Working with Children 3-5 years
• Communication 4
• Literature 1

Articulation

Successful students may progress to the following programmes:
University of the West of Scotland
 2nd Year BA Childhood Practice

Strathclyde University
 1st Year BA Childhood Practice
 1st Year BEd (Hons) Primary Education

 

Langside College

 HND Supporting and Managing Learning Needs

Diploma in Education & Social Services

Careers

Successful students will be eligible for registration as a Practitioner with the Scottish Social Services Council. Employers include Local Authority, Partnership and private childcare settings.

Contact

Jocelyn Gray T: 0141 357 6078
E: chc@anniesland.ac.uk
Tutor: Lindsay Hegarty E: lindsay.hegarty@anniesland.ac.uk