Early Years PGCE (0-5) with EYTS (Taught)

Prepare for a specialist career in early years education, and discover a role that really makes a difference.

This route is suitable for people who currently work with young children at nursery age or in the early years of primary school who have an undergraduate degree in a related subject and permission from their employer to study and attend placements as necessary. The tuition fee is covered by a grant and employers are compensated for their release.

This part-time PGCE will support trainees to gain Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) and deliver high-quality early education. The course supports trainees to ensure all children have access to high standards of learning. It is awarded to graduates who have been judged to have met all the Teachers' Standards (Early Years) in practice from birth to five years old.

What you should know about this course

• An ambitious programme which prepares trainees successfully as ‘inspiring’ early years teachers. (Ofsted 2023)

• Our specialist facilities simulate an early year’s nursery for practical academic lessons that will support you in your employment.

• You will learn in a wide range of placements with specialist provisions. These prepare you thoroughly for your first teaching role.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Assessment methods include essays, portfolios, presentations, and practical teaching in school. After being formally assessed against the national statutory requirements, you can be recommended for the award of Qualified Teacher Status.

The course provides an opportunity to gain Master's-level credits by submitting appropriate assignments.

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