Report RE: What a con! EYPS, full time pathway

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by: Jennifer Colloby

I am interested to read comments about the FTP and most particularly those that discuss the perceived training offered by the Open University.  The Open University, in Partnership with the National Day Nurseries Association offers 3 Pathways for achieving EYP status one of which is the Full Time Pathway. In common with all other Providers listed by CWDC, the OU recruits only those Candidates who meet the entry requirements for the FTP. CWDC devised the FTP to attract graduates from other disciplines to a new role working in the Early Years sector; hence why some EYPs who followed the FTP will have degrees in subjects other than EY or Childhood.  Graduates accepted onto the OU FTP are required to study for the Certificate in Early Years Practice.  This is an undergraduate level 1 course (60pts) and may be known to all of you as it is listed on the NQF. In addition FTP candidates study for a diploma in Management which is offered by one of our Partners in the EYP programmme.  Candidates must indeed undertake 2 placement settings and OU FTP candidates are required to be on placement for the majority of the 12 months pathway.   The OU is the national provider for training to achieve EYP status.  We offer a flexible and supportive training package on all our pathways.  Most recently, the OU was involved in setting up the first professional association for EYPs lobbying for improved status.  The OU is committed to offering the best possible support and training programmes to all Candidates aspiring to achive EYP status.

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