Applicants must be aged 18 or over and working directly with children or young people aged 0-25 years in a voluntary or paid capacity for a minimum of two days a week.

In order to study the Children and Young People (Early Years) FdA Level 5, you will need to have successfully completed one of the following:

• NVQ 3
• A Levels
• BTEC National Certificate
• BTEC National Diploma
• CACHE or NNEB award
• Open College Network Credits
• Access to Higher Education course

All applications are subject to approval by the University of Derby (UoD). In order for the University to approve your application we are required to share your personal information. This includes sharing the application form that you have completed to study this course, and in some instances, copies of your maths, English and highest-level qualification certificate.

The Children and Young People (Early Years) FdA Level 5 will take you 2 years to complete. You will attend college at our Boston (Rochford) campus 1 day per week, plus independent study.

The Children and Young People (Early Years) FdA Level 5 will cost £7600 per year.

Please note that all fees are subject to change and they may vary depending on personal circumstances, please enquire for further information.

You can apply for a student loan to cover the costs of course fees. You may also be able to apply for various grants and loans to support your learning. Specific advice regarding student loans and other benefits can be obtained from www.gov.uk/student-finance.

The Careers Team based in the College can also assist your application. Please contact them via the Information Line on 01205 313218.

Assessment methods are varied and include for example, written reports, presentations, case studies, essays and reflections. Modules are sector-related, and assessment will relate to your own organisation or vocational setting.

Upon successful completion you could progress directly into employment, onto a top up qualification at university or study the BA(Hons) Education Studies here at the College.