Blackburn College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Children, Young People and Families Practitioner CertHE is aimed at those wanting to enter a career in this field or wish to enhance their existing professional knowledge and experience within the sector. This programme would especially suit those working within the community sector, particularly in a voluntary capacity and want to gain paid employment within the field. This course has been designed in collaboration with local employers in the children, young people and families sector. Because of this, you will have the opportunity to engage with the challenges faced by organisations and how the professionals working in the sector respond to social issues and deliver services. This programme will also give you a critical understanding of the theoretical concepts, approaches and principles of working within the children, young people and families sector. Similarly, you will better understand the rights, responsibilities and needs of children, young people and families in order to promote equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding. Additionally, you will develop a range of intellectual, subject-specific and transferrable skills that will boost your employability. This course is also available as an Apprenticeship:
Modules
The programme has been designed to provide traditional classroom learning within a university setting to achieve 6x 20 credit modules. The programme structure includes the delivery of modules that allow for completion in one academic year. All students take a total of 120 credits. Level 4 modules include: Ethical, Legal and Professional Responsibilities Health and Wellbeing Early Childhood, Adolescent and Adult Development Working with Families and Professionals Excellence in Children, Young People and Family Practice Integrated Multi-Agency Working All modules are mandatory.
Assessment method
Assessment will be undertaken through a range of established methodologies at various stages throughout the student learning experience. You will be offered a variety of ways to be assessed in meeting the learning outcomes, however, we also have an alternative assessment policy to make reasonable adjustments for any assessment method that does not meet your learning needs. The assessment methods incorporate standard practices through initial, diagnostic, formative and summative stages. Examples of assessment activity includes: Essays The requirements of Level 4 study will include producing essays that assess the learning outcomes. You will be supported with your academic writing through academic tutorials and study skills workshops. Seminars Debates and discussions are an engaging way to learn about different positions on key theoretical issues so each module includes a seminar component for you to carry out your own research and engage in debates and discussions about key topics. Reports You will need to produce reports for some of your assessments. This assessment method is useful to develop the skills important for professionals working in the sector. Group presentations Group presentations are aimed at encouraging working with others to meet deadlines so you will work with your peers in completing some assessment tasks. Peer assessment Each module will offer you the opportunity to be prepared for your summative assessment. You will complete a range of formative tasks including receiving and providing feedback to other students on some tasks. Workplace reflection It is crucial that your learning on all modules is linked to the workplace, so some assessments will include using critical reflection to evaluate the relevance of learning outcomes to practice settings.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L592
- Institution code:
- B40
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
You do not need a work placement to be accepted onto this programme, however you are advised to secure a work placement to consolidate your skills and practice. All students in a voluntary placement or in employment are required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is usually arranged by your employer and is your responsibility to cover any costs.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
English language requirements
In addition, you will need a GCSE at C (4) in English Language, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in English. If English is not your first language you will need to demonstrate the ability to study in English.
https://www.blackburn.ac.uk/course/degree/children-young-people-and-families-practitioner-certhe-subject-to-validation/SS2101A20
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Blackburn College
Feilden Street
Blackburn
BB2 1LH