Course Overview

Working with children, young people and families involves examining the way society is structured and how this impacts the lives of children, families, and their communities.

Looking to make a difference to families you care about, in communities you live and work in? The global pandemic has highlighted the vital role played by key workers supporting families and children and shaped new ways of working. Now is the time to acquire the skills and competencies to make a difference.

By studying real-life problems, such as digital communities and education, crime, human rights, abuse, poverty, and loss, students gain the competencies required by the sector to enhance the outcomes for future families.

Included is the opportunity to study toward Forest School certification, Safeguarding, and Portage training, along with professional placements and volunteering opportunities.

This program is taught by a team of experts in the fields of education, social care, health, inclusion, and therapeutic approaches, giving you real, practical knowledge that will be invaluable in your future career.

General Eligibility

Points can be from any qualifications on the UCAS tariff but must include at least 80 points from

• A levels

• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma, or Extended Diploma

• OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma, or Extended Diploma

• CACHE Diploma or Extended Diploma

• Irish Leaving Certificate

• Scottish Highers

• Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma

• or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications

Applicants should also have

• GCSE English Language/Literature at Grade 4 or C or above

Alternative qualifications

• IB Diploma: 26 points.

• Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 102 UCAS tariff points.

• CACHE L3 Extended Diploma: C

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.