Welcome to Childhood Studies and Family and Community Studies. Faye Stanley Acting Head of Department Jenny Worlsey Doctor Zeta Brown lecturer

What is Childhood Studies? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMO7F0xkgLk What does it mean to study children in the 21st Century? What was the most significant point for you from the video?

Childhood Studies topics you will cover include: Child Development Rights of the child The role of play Safeguarding The child in society Power relationships Language and Literacy in the Early Years Developing Knowledge in Young Children’s Learning International perspectives Leading Quality Placement at every level (200 hours with children 0-8 at level 5) Tackling Inequalities Developing professionals professional studies Content of the course is interdisciplinary – includes elements of psychology, sociology, education, health, social work, history, English, cultural studies and the kind of modules you will study include: list on slide. (interagency working – Common assessment framework) health - obesity, nutrition, specific special needs and disabilities, play –importance of play to children’s social and educational development, Work placements key part of the course – are currently part of L2 and 3 study, will soon be part of each years study. Experience is invaluable to getting employemnt in the area and we are committed to making the links between research, theory and practice. Recognised by CWDC as providing practitioner status up to equivalent of NVQ level 3. If want to go into teaching would need to a PGCE or for social work a PG qualification in social work. To mamange a children’s centre would need to have at least 2 years work experience plus the degree. Also do a Masters degree in Early childhood studies here which is very popular and all hons students do a research project in their 3rd year on a topic that is of interest to them.

Childhood Studies with EYTS topics you will cover include: Child Development Rights of the child Learning and pedagogy The role of play Safeguarding Language and Literacy in the Early Years Developing Knowledge in Young Children’s Learning Health in the early Years Leading quality in multi agency early years settings Developing professionals and professional studies Tackling Inequalities Content of the course is interdisciplinary – includes elements of psychology, sociology, education, health, social work, history, English, cultural studies and the kind of modules you will study include: list on slide. (interagency working – Common assessment framework) health - obesity, nutrition, specific special needs and disabilities, play –importance of play to children’s social and educational development, Work placements key part of the course – are currently part of L2 and 3 study, will soon be part of each years study. Experience is invaluable to getting employemnt in the area and we are committed to making the links between research, theory and practice. Recognised by CWDC as providing practitioner status up to equivalent of NVQ level 3. If want to go into teaching would need to a PGCE or for social work a PG qualification in social work. To mamange a children’s centre would need to have at least 2 years work experience plus the degree. Also do a Masters degree in Early childhood studies here which is very popular and all hons students do a research project in their 3rd year on a topic that is of interest to them.

Placement experience 120 days over the course 40 days at each level At least two different settings /age groups including key stage 1 In settings with children birth to five We will support you and offer you placement settings Observing your practice in meeting the EYTS standards Personal tutor Online resources and variety of assessments Named facilitator at settings Placement modules at each level and embedded in course modules

What is EYTS? This is a new status to raise quality in the early years workforce It is equivalent to QTS You need to have a passion to work with children birth to five To find our more please visit the National College website

What is Family and Community Studies? Community capacity building How has the project impacted and made a difference to the community?

Family and Community Studies topics you will cover include: Safeguarding and promoting well-being Working with individuals and groups Families and communities in context Placement at every level through Active Volunteers Child and young person development Youth culture and identity Connected communities Growing up in the 21st century Third sector working

The courses can take you to careers in … Family and Community Studies Childhood Studies Family support work Parenting assessment Work in charities and the voluntary sector Local authorities Criminal justice system Work with young people Further study such as Masters in Social work, Education or teaching in Adult Education Teaching Managing children’s centres and children centre roles. Further study such as Masters in Play work or Social work Research Early Years Teacher

Joint Awards in Childhood and Family Childhood and Family Studies & Sociology Childhood and Family Studies & Social Policy Childhood and Family Studies & Special Needs and Inclusion Studies Childhood and Family Studies & Education Studies

Any Questions??