Sheffield Hallam University Pathway information

We are now recruiting for the following pathways:

Please contact us for more information on the most suitable pathway for you.

1. Graduate entry pathway (GEP) – 12 months full-time. Recruiting for 2012

This is for you if you are a graduate with any degree wanting to pursue a career in early years with no experience working in the sector. You attend placement hours in University-approved settings which provides you with the opportunity to develop your personal practice and leadership and support skills. You are provided with a work-based EYP mentor.

2. Graduate practitioner pathway (GPP) – 6 months part-time. Recruiting for 2012

This route is suitable if you are a graduate with experience working in the sector. You only need a small amount of additional learning and leadership opportunities in your personal practice to meet the 39 EYPS standards.

3. Undergraduate entry pathway (UEP) – 12 months full-time. Recruiting for 2012

This is for you if you are currently working towards BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies. You study an EYPS elective module in year three which develops your skills leading practice in early years settings as well as attending valuable placement days giving you the opportunity to prepare for meeting the 39 EYPS standards.

4. Undergraduate practitioner pathway (UPP) – 12 months part-time. Recruiting for 2012

This is suitable if you are an early years practitioner with at least a level 5 qualification in early years. You may need some additional learning and experience to meet the EYPS standards.

Funding

A limited number of funded places are available for all pathways and some bursaries are available for the UEP and GEP. Self-funding options are also available for national and international candidates not eligible for funding but wanting to pursue a career as an EYP.

More information available on our website: http://www.shu.ac.uk/prospectus/course/117/