Centre of excellence for Childhood studies

In our Industry Excellence Academy for Childhood Studies, you’ll develop all the skills that the childcare and education sector are crying out for. If you are a compassionate, patient, nurturing and encouraging person with an ability to recognise what each child requires in order to flourish, we’ll help you hone your natural instincts into professional skills. 

You’ll gain an understanding of the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children including issues around safeguarding, health and safety. You’ll also learn about child development, how to provide support to children and how to teach through play and activities. 

Depending on your level of study you will also complete up to 2 weeks' work experience with one or more than one employer; this can either be completed in separate days throughout your course or in a single block.  You’ll also receive dedicated ‘employability’ sessions that will equip you with the skills that you’ll need to thrive in the workplace. 

When you complete your journey in our Centre of Excellence for Childhood Studies you will have all the skills you need to be ‘work ready’ and the qualifications you need to take the next steps towards an amazing career.