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Report RE: jobs available after a BA early childhood studies degree?
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RE: jobs available after a BA early childhood studies degree? - 01-10-08 08:25
by: Karine
Hi
I am doing the BA Hons in Childhood studies too. We have heard so many negative sides, some have already dropped out. The negatives are that schools will not recognise the BA in Childhood studies as they already have teachers who are obviously graduates - but we argue teaching staff do not have the basics of child development and struggle with the EYFS in relation to providing PLAY for learning as opposed to Education through and through.
The other aspect with the BA is that there are far and few jobs that will pay for this qualification. The same applies to the EYPS - a setting will usually only require one person - that will often be the Manager as they will receive the enhanced salary and not the other staff!! - All of us are wondering where this is going on a personal level.
On a positive note - its fantastic for the children that we care for because they have a good skilled workforce looking after their needs.
I can only say I am doing it for my own persononal and professional development as well. I am using my Foundation Degree, NVQ A1, V1 awards to teach in local FE colleges, assess and verify at the same time. Having to compensate nursery wages with these other jobs. Its exhausting.
But..... and heres the but - essentially I feel a better practitioner all round, understanding government initiatives, and drivers, which in the end benefits the settings I work for. One day I hope to find that dream job that will encompass all my training over the last 10 years. Do it for yourself.
Good luck