Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Early Years. Routes x 3*: University-led (Core), School-led (School-Direct Training & School-Direct Salaried) (Full-Time, 2018 Entry)

Core Modules:

There are three elements* to the course which are designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills you will need to pursue a successful teaching career.

Professional Studies - develops a good understanding of the key factors in successful learning and teaching. It deals with central issues of planning, teaching, assessing and behaviour management as well as addressing such issues as safeguarding of children.

Subject Studies - covers delivery of the curriculum for Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum for Key Stage 1. We aim also to prepare you for teaching across the whole of the National Curriculum. You will take part in sessions in History, Geography, RE, Art, Design and Technology, Music, PE and Computing.

Professional Practice for University-Led (Core):

• Three extended placements - in contrasting settings (25 days, 25 days and 40 days respectively
• Experiential days - mini-placements (focusing on EAL, SEN, Phonics, Outside Learning Contexts)
• Serial Days -11 further days of observation
• Special School Experience - a week of observation in a Special School

Professional Practice for School-Led (School Direct Training & Salaried)*

One main school placement (called a Base School), supplemented by an additional placement (minimum of five weeks) in a contrasting school.

• PGCE Secondary Professional Practice
• PGCE Early Years Subject Studies
• PGCE Early Years Professional Practice