Holy Cross University Centre provides a unique model of student support for those studying for a degree locally.
Students will learn to deliver key outcomes from Every Child Matters: be healthy, stay safe, enjoy and achieve, make a positive contribution and achieve economic wellbeing.
This full-time course, in partnership with Edge Hill University, lasts 2 years.
Taught sessions will take place one day a week (to be confirmed) from 4.15pm - 9.00pm.
This course attracts people who currently work with, or wish to work with, children or young people in the following areas: voluntary sector, schools, children's centres and nurseries, play leaders, family support workers or learning mentors.
Entry qualifications (in appropriate subjects)
- NVQ level 3 or
- Two A/S levels or
- One A level or
- AVCE or BTEC National
- Pass in Access course
Possible APL (Accreditation for Prior Learning) for mature applicants.
NB: If students have a current CRB with their work place then they do not need another.
A placement is required - minimum one day per week, eg youth club, school, after school club, etc, ideally working with young people aged 12+. Or in a nursery or primary school setting.
No previous experience needed if entry qualifications are met. A mentor in the placement is needed.
Year 1:
- Study skills; human development; the working environment and communication skills; the individual in the social context; health and wellbeing; working partnerships; the vulnerable young person.
Year 2:
- social inclusion; promoting health and wellbeing and health promotion in action, behaviour management and legal and ethical issues related to children and young people.
Help may be available towards course fees. Please contact a Support Tutor at Holy Cross University Centre for further information about course funding.
This programme provides a valuable qualification for people planning a career in children's or young people's services, such as extended schools, etc.
BSc (Hons) Integrated Children and Young People's Practice.
BSc (Hons) Leadership and Management in Children's Services
BSc (Hons) Playwork
For further information, please contact a Holy Cross Support Tutor on 0161 762 4513 to make an appointment to come in for an informal chat.
Application for this full-time course is through UCAS. Institution code name: EHU, Institution code number: E42; Campus code: 0, Course code for Young People's Practice: L593, Course code for Early Years and Children: L592.
However it is still advisable to speak to a Support Tutor prior to applying.