The HND Early Years Professional Leadership for England programme is designed for practitioners who aspire to leadership and management roles within early years and childcare settings.
The course develops advanced knowledge, professional skills, and leadership behaviours aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and national priorities for quality, safeguarding, inclusion, and partnership working.
Learners will build confidence as reflective practitioners, capable of leading teams, driving improvement, and supporting high-quality outcomes for children and families.
YEAR ONE
Unit 1: Personal and Professional Development through Reflective Practice | 15 Credits
Unit 2: Protecting Children in Early Education and Care Environments | 15 Credits
Unit 3: Play and Learning in Early Childhood | 15 Credits
Unit 4: Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Infants and Toddlers) | 15 Credits
Unit 5: Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Young Children) | 15 Credits
Unit 6: Promoting Healthy Living | 15 Credits
Unit 7: Preparing for Research (Pearson-set) | 15 Credits
Unit 8: Promoting Inclusive Early Education and Care Environments | 15 Credits
YEAR TWO
Unit 9: Investigating Childhood: Action Research for Early Childhood Practitioners (Pearson-set) | 30 Credits
Unit 10: Improving Quality in Early Education and Care Environments | 15 Credits
Unit 11: Managing and Leading People in Children’s Early Education and Care Environments | 15 Credits
Unit 12: Managing Children’s Early Education and Care Environments | 15 Credits
Unit 13: Mentoring and Supervision in Early Education and Care Practice | 15 Credits
Unit 14: Current and Emerging Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education and Care | 15 Credits
Unit 17: Impact of Curriculum on Early Childhood Education and Care | 15 Credits
Learning takes place through a blend of lectures, workshops, group discussions, case studies, and work-based learning. Assessment is coursework-based and may include:
Professional reports
Reflective journals
Presentations
Case studies
Work-based projects
There are no formal exams. All assessment is internally assessed and externally quality assured.
The following entry points are available for this course:
If you are a non-EU/EEA/Swiss national, you may need to apply for a Tier 4 visa in order to enter and study in the UK. However, please note that University Centre St Helens does not hold a Tier 4 Sponsor Licence to support student visa applications.
Entry Requirements: 240 Credits
You should have achieved:
A relevant level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare, Health and Social Care, or a related subject
GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or Level 2 equivalent)
Applicants will also be required to attend an interview and suitability assessment.
Additional Entry Requirements
You will need to have current or planned access to an early years setting to complete a placement or work-based learning.
You will also need an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
Prior Learning and Experience
For applicants with substantial professional experience in an early years or childcare setting, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) may be considered, subject to assessment and awarding body guidance.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £8495 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8495 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8495 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8495 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Course-Related Travel (Placements/Work Experience/Voluntary/Site Visits: Only applicable if on work placement and not employed. Public transport costs will be required to and from placement. You will be required to complete a DBS check, which will cost around £44.
Equipment and Materials: Core learning materials are provided, however learners may wish to purchase stationery or optional textbooks.
Trips: Variable depending on type of activity.
Volunteering Opportunities for Personal Development: Learners are encouraged to engage in volunteering or extended professional practice to enhance leadership experience and employability.
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