Part Time Foundation Degree in Learning Support (Primary)

Foundation Degree in Learning Support (Primary)

Campus: Queens Road

Length of Course: 2 years

Days & Times: Tues 4pm-8pm plus three study Saturdays per year

Fees: £540 per year

Course Description: There is a growing demand for trained Learning Support Practitioners with higher level qualifications. This course is designed for those providing learning support at primary school age ranges. Modules include:

• Professional Practice
• Principles and Practice of Learning Support
• Planning, Observing, Assessing and Recording
• Language Literacy and Numeracy
• Managing Behaviour for Purposeful Learning
• Learning Support in an Institutional Context
• Additional modules on specific additional needs

Entry Requirements: Please contact the programme leader in the Department of Education and Training to discuss your suitability for this course.

• Suitable qualifications include CLANSA/OCR Level 3/CACHE Level 3/NNEB, DWS, Access, HNC or HND.
• Entry requirements for mature students will be dependent upon employment and other relevant experiences demonstrating readiness to study at Foundation Degree Level.
• Applicants ideally will already be working a minimum of 12 hours per week in an educational setting.

Progression/Career Opportunities: Following successful completion students are able to continue onto BA (Hons) Education Year 3 and achieve full degree status. Foundation degree holders are also able to apply for senior posts within their sector.