PGCE Early Childhood Education and Care (0-5) with Early Years Teacher Status at Sheffield Hallam University

Programme overview

A one-year full-time initial teacher training course leading to Early Years Teacher Status, accredited by the Department for Education and Ofsted. It offers an Employed Pathway for those working in a setting delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage and an Entry Pathway for those not currently in the early years sector. Taught at City Campus with placements.

Department: Sheffield Institute of Education | Duration: 1 year (full-time) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Exploring and Developing Pedagogical Practice in Early Years (0-5 Years), Professional Practice in Early Years 0-5 and Reflecting on Professional Practice and Development in Early Years, combined with placements in a range of settings.

Career pathways

Teaching in early years settings and schools, including private, voluntary or independent settings, academies and maintained nursery schools; teaching abroad in international early years settings; progression to master's study such as the Masters in Education.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree or above. GCSE grade C/4 (or equivalent) in English Language, mathematics and science. Applicants with grade 4 or above in English Literature only need further evidence of breadth in English. Selection event if shortlisted. Conditions of offer: declaration of criminal convictions, health check, Enhanced DBS check, suitability self-declaration and occupational health screening. English language (first language not English): IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 Year

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