HND Early Childhood Development and Learning Foundation degree at Coventry University

This module examines fundamental core values and principles when working in early years settings, so that collaborative and supportive relationships are formed and sustained. You will develop an understanding of how effective communication is at the heart of early years practice. You will explore the importance of promoting inclusive relationships with children and families through equality, diversity and anti-discriminatory practice.

This module introduces the key concepts surrounding safeguarding, Adverse Childhood Experiences, resilience and wellbeing in the early years. You will learn evidence-based neurobiological development and the importance of nurturing healthy lifestyles and behaviours. You will seek to develop an understanding of how external and internal influences can affect the ability of children to reach their full potential and gain knowledge of safeguarding policy and practice.

This module examines how the family unit has evolved over time and its impact on the developing child. You will explore the rationale for these social and economic changes and use this learning to analyse how the strength of a family can affect the development of healthy, happy and well-adjusted children. You will also study the role that home learning environments, family construction, parenting styles and cultural heritage play in shaping childhood.

This module focuses on advocacy for play and how adults can encourage children to become independent thinkers and problem solvers. You will explore why and how children play and the sensitivities. As an early years practitioner you should be instrumental in providing play opportunities to children, and therefore, you must understand its importance and the range of influences to promote quality and appropriate experiences for children.

You will need to complete approximately 25 days in a childcare setting outside of standard teaching contact hours, working towards a total of 80 days (400 hours approximately) over the three zero-credit placements. Placements can be sourced by yourself. We also have links with settings across Coventry and Warwickshire if you need support in finding a placement. Settings will be assessed for suitability to ensure they meet the requirements set out by ECSDN. A tutor will visit you during your plac

This module examines approaches to the early childhood curriculum and how these curricula relate to a range of theories of learning and pedagogical approaches / practices. We will encourage you to develop an understanding of early childhood education worldwide and how this is reflected in government policies and ideologies. You will assess the value of different curricular and pedagogical approaches in promoting children's learning and development and gain appropriate subject and pedagogical kno

Theories of childhood development, including Jean Piaget's constructivism to Lev Vygotsky's sociocultural theory and extending into postmodern and contemporary viewpoints, have had a significant impact on the development of teaching and learning methodologies. These lenses capture the dynamic interaction between educational practice considerations and theoretical viewpoints on childhood development. Educators continue to enhance the ways in which they assist children's social, cognitive, and bio

The ethos of this module will be to look at early years for sustainable development, both as an active citizen and an educator, within the context of increasing consumption and diminishing resources. You will aim to develop conceptual knowledge about nature, the environment and sustainability in relation to contexts and theories of early years. You will draw on literary, philosophical and scientific approaches to explore the relationship between education and nature.

This module is a desk-based research project that focuses on developing the analytical and personal skills required to research and assess children and families. You will learn a range of research methods such as qualitative and quantitative data, structured interviews, ethical research and observations.

You will need to complete approximately 30 days in a childcare setting outside of standard teaching contact hours, working towards a total of 80 days (400 hours approximately) over the three zero-credit placements. A tutor will visit you during your placement to assess your practice against the graduate competence standards.

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme. A placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

With a critical mindset, this module will address issues regarding the effectiveness of policy and practice for the child and family around the world. Delving into wealth and poverty, child exploitation and the impact of conflict and migration on families, you will discuss how socio-economic and environmental incidents can affect the development of children.

This module supports the development of advanced professional skills and academic knowledge relevant to a graduate working in the Early Years Sector in the areas of leadership and partnership. You will learn how the nature of leadership and management is examined within a theoretical context when leading and supporting others in practice within the Early Years Foundation Stage, uncovering issues associated with the changing early years workforce.

This module examines the concepts of inclusion, equality and diversity with reference to the experiences of some children in their early years. You will be involved in debating topics such as poverty, gender or ethnicity in order to consider how we might use different theoretical ideas and approaches to promote social justice and rights-based practice when working with children. Building upon an understanding of inclusive practice, the focus is to develop your critical thinking skills within the

This module is an accumulation of the theories, holistic knowledge and practices learned over the duration of the course compacted into a research project of your choice. Choosing any subject covered over the course, you can work autonomously, conducting individual research.

You will need to complete approximately 25 days in a childcare setting outside of standard teaching contact hours, working towards a total of 80 days (400 hours approximately) over the three zero-credit placements. A tutor will visit you during your placement to assess your practice against the graduate competence standards.