Course Overview
Gain knowledge and understanding of how individuals are educated, influenced, informed and trained. Demonstrate an understanding of the structural, institutional, personal and cultural systems, and ideas affecting the education of individuals and groups. Analyse practical and theoretical educational situations. Be able to arrive at considered solutions, showing original and creative thought. Plan, manage and reflect on your own learning and progression. Develop all the essential skills needed to enter a career in education or training.
Entry requirements
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Support and benefits
- All course materials designed by experts in the field of education
- Step-by-step modules to guide your learning
- Develops interpersonal and time-management skills merited by employers
- Successful completion of this course demonstrates your motivation, commitment and good work ethic
- Gain additional transferable skills in research, data analysis, IT, communication and report writing
- Full support from a dedicated ICS tutor to mentor and motivate you throughout
Career opportunities
Once you’ve successfully completed the Education & Community Development degree you’ll have the personal and intellectual qualities needed to develop a career in school teaching or community education or training. Interested in career in primary school teaching? Then, you could further your studies with the one-year Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in primary years. As with any degree, your course will do more than increase your understanding of issues in education and community development. As well as building your specialist skills and knowledge, you’ll find it helps in broader areas too – for example, improving your creative thought and communication abilities.
Assessments
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