Ordinary (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject. All students undertaking the degree must be currently registered (or working towards registration) with the SSSC and be working in a child care setting. As this is a leadership qualification, applicants should usually have a minimum of 2 years related work experience. Applicants must also hold or be prepared to undertake a practice qualification suitable for SSSC practitioner registration (see accepted qualifications) or an equivalent professional qualification permitting registration with another professional body (RCN/GTCS etc). Please upload your practice qualification certificate(s) with your application. There is an expectation that you will engage in work-based learning in your own setting, and a short, flexible placement outside of your usual place of work. One reference on headed paper will be required - this can be from your employer. Progression to the MEd from the PGDip in Childhood Practice is conditional on successful completion of the PGDip. Any applicant not holding a practice qualification prior to application will be required to provide evidence of meeting this requirement before graduating from the university. This is a professionally accredited programme and due to the practice qualification, registration and employment requirements it is not usually suitable for international applicants.