PDA Diploma Childhood Practice
The PDA in Childhood Practice is designed specifically for qualified Childcare workers (HNC, NNEB, SNNB or equivalent). The aim of the course is to meet the educational, training and development needs of early years practitioners and provide a higher-level qualification. The course will keep up to date with current legislation, policy and practice. It will also allow you to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for team leadership and management. Candidates should be working in or have access to a prolonged placement in an Early Years/Childcare setting.
What You Study
- Childhood Practice: Developing Leadership
- Managing Quality
- Developing Professional Childhood Practice
- Integrated Working and Collaborative Practice
- Other options
Duration and Attendance
Between 2 and 2.5 Years – 1 evening per week
Entry Requirements
One of the following:
- HNC Early Education and Childcare, NNEB, SNNB or equivalent
- SVQ Level 3 Early Years Care and Education/Children's Care, Learning and Development
AND
- Students must also be accepted as a PVG scheme member through the College system. Placements cannot be started without this (see Disclosure Scotland for more information about the Protection of Vulnerable Groups)
Further Study
- Individuals with the HNC plus PDA units can progress on to the new HND Childhood Practice
- SVQ Level 4 in Children's Care, Learning and Development
- Credit towards the BA Childhood Practice
Career Opportunities
- Nursery Manager
- Career enhancement and progression in the Early Years sector
Student Expenses
Applicants should have their funding in place prior to the start of the course. An Individual Learning Account may be used towards funding the course.
Fife Childcare Strategy may also offer some funding.
This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.
| Evening |
1st Year |
07 Sep 2011
|
13 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
course full |
| Evening |
2nd Year |
07 Sep 2011
|
13 Jun 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
course closed |
| Evening |
3rd Year |
07 Sep 2011
|
29 Feb 2012
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
course closed |
| Evening |
1st Year |
05 Sep 2012
|
12 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
|
| Evening |
2nd Year |
05 Sep 2012
|
12 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
|
| Evening |
3rd Year |
05 Sep 2012
|
23 Jan 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) |
apply online
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While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is
subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.