MNT Online Early Years Foundation Degree Application Form

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1 MNT Online Early Years Foundation Degree Application Form 1. Personal Details First Name Surname Address Post Code Telephone Number Mobile Home Address Date of Birth In which country are you normally resident? UK Other (please specify) What is your nationally? Is English your first language? If no, please state your first language 2. Placement requirements: All learners on this course are required to be working for a minimum 16 hours per week (either paid or voluntary) in a childcare environment throughout the duration of the course. I confirm that I am working/volunteering for a minimum of 16 hours per work in a childcare environment and will continue to do so for the duration of the course (please tick) Please provide details of how you will be meeting this requirement: 3. Employment details/history Current occupation or role: Please briefly describe your professional childcare experience to date (if any):

2 4.Disabilities Are you aware if any learning difficulties you may have (i.e.dyslexia) which you may need support with? Do you have any other medical conditions or disabilities which we need to know about? 5.Pre-Requisites Learners MUST have EITHER (please tick to confirm): A Level 3 Early Years Qualification OR A Levels totalling to at least 140 points (or higher e.g. a Degree in another subject) and GCSE English (grade A*- C) OR international equivalents of the above (proof of equivalencies will be required) The English requirement for learners who have English as a second language is either IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 ( IBT 87) or UCLES 1119 ALL applicants are required to list the qualifications they have for meeting the above criteria: All learners will be required to submit copies of relevant certificates with this application to prove they meet the criteria stated above. Applications cannot be accepted without this proof. 6. Learner Statement Please complete a short summary of your aims and objectives for studying this course and how you feel this will support and enhance your current job role and future career plans 7. Enrolment Dates Please select which semester you would like to start your Degree studies in:

3 8. Payment of Fees Learners need to call to pay by card over the phone or if more convenient please us and we can provide BACS details for online transfers or 9. Submitting this form On completion of this form please it with copies of relevant certificates to Please note we will not be able to enrol learners until all certificates have been verified and approved and module fees have been received. All application forms, certificates and payment need to be received 2 weeks prior to your semester start date. Important information for applicants before applying Once enrolled learners will be provided with full details of regulations which apply to this course, however, we feel it is important that we list some of the most significant of these here so learners are aware of these before they apply: 1. Each module lasts 10 weeks and learners will be required to submit all assignments within that time frame. Precise deadlines for individual assignments will be made available to learners on commencement of the module. 2. There are very strict rules for submitting assignments on time. Learners will not be able to submit assignments late. Late assignments will not be marked and learners will be required to re-do the entire module and pay the appropriate fee in this instance. (The exception being for learners who have completed an extenuating circumstances form and submitted this PRIOR to the assignment deadline date. However it will be up to the extenuating circumstances board to decide if a request is upheld or not). The extenuating circumstances board may decide that a learner s case is not reasonable/not significant enough/not backed up with reliable evidence- and in such instances the maximum mark a learner may obtain would be 40% and may be as low as 0%. If learners do not hand in the extenuating circumstances form PRIOR to their assignment hand in date they will be deemed as having failed the module and will need to re-do it and pay the appropriate module fee. 3. Learners are required to gain a minimum of 40% to pass each module. If a learner fails any assignment within a module they will have the opportunity to re-submit this only once and the maximum mark that can be gained in this instance is 40%. Learners will be required to pay a re-submission fee of 60 PER ASSIGNMENT for this. 4. Learners need to be aware that in the case of late assignments they will not be able to progress to the next module until they have handed in the previous module assignments. 5. If you have received a bursary to pay for this course, you will not be able to use your bursary funds toward any re-submission charges. 6. The marks learners receive from their tutor for their module assignments are deemed as provisional to begin with. Module marks can only be confirmed once the UCB Exam Board has convened. The UCB Exam Board sits in January and June each year. 7. Learners are required to complete all of the level 4 modules before completing the level 5 modules. Learners cannot progress to Level 5 until the UCB Exam Board has confirmed the results, hence there may be a delay between a learner completing the level 4 modules before they are able to commence level 5 modules.

4 8. Learners are able to study 2 modules at a time if they wish. Payment will be required in full for both modules before commencement. (Interest free instalment payments are also sometimes available- please call/ for details). 9. Learners should expect to spend 6-8 hours per week studying a 20 credit module and 8-10 hours per week studying a 30 credit module. 10. All learners will be given the name and contact details of their module tutor once enrolled on the course. The module tutor will be the main source of support for learners while studying the module. 11. Learners need to have completed their enrolment no later than 14 days before the start date of their semester-this is to allow time for learners to complete their induction modulesee next point. 12. Before commencing the first 2 modules of this course, learners will need to complete a short induction module. Learners will need to complete this induction module AFTER enrolment but ideally BEFORE the start date of their semester. Learners will not be permitted to progress to the first 2 modules until they have completed the induction module. 13. There are strict rules which apply to this course in relation to plagiarism learners will be required to read the plagiarism code of practice as part of the induction module. Learners will also be required to confirm that they agree not to commit plagiarism throughout the course. 14. The course involves learners watching video clips- some of which may be up to 60 minutes (or longer) in length. It is the learner s responsibility to ensure they have the facility to watch these clips in full via the internet either on their usual computer or elsewhere. There can be no exceptions to this. 15. Learners will be expected to do additional reading over and above what is contained within the course materials. Learners will be provided with reading lists once on the course however it is up to individual learners to source and pay for additional reading materials. (Around 50% of the texts on the reading lists for each module are available as e-books and these are free to access, however we are unable to source all the books as e-books and hence learners will need to source other books themselves for example via libraries or online book stores such as Amazon. International learners who cannot get books delivered to their country of residence may be able to pay for books online and then get these delivered to our office at MNT and we will then post them on to you on receipt of payment from you for postage-please contact us for details). I confirm I have read, understood and agree to all information/requirements contained within this application form and associated terms and conditions.

5 MNT Training Ltd Online Early Years Foundation Degree Booking Terms and Conditions 1. The cost of each of the 10 modules is (including VAT). In order to apply, the full Module 1 payment of , which is non-refundable, is required along with the completion of this form. (Instalment options may be available-however a minimum payment of 270 will be required to commence the course and the balance must be paid no later than the end of the first semester. Please contact us for further details). Once a module is completed all learners will need to ensure that full payment for the next module is made before being allowed to continue to the next Module. Total course fees are 5,400 (including VAT). 2. Learners are required to complete all Level 4 modules before being able to progress to Level 5 modules. 3. All learners must have regular internet access to complete the course and have a current working address. Learners understand that all course materials and assessments are held on an electronic portfolio system which needs to be used and are not paper-based. 4. Learners will require the use of a computer to study tablets and smartphones are not advisable for studying as the display and functionally can be affected. 5. Where course fees are paid by a local authority and learners fail to complete the course, then learners need to be aware that their local authority may request the learner to repay the money to the local authority. Please check the terms of your bursary. 6. In the event of a learner being unable to complete the course no refunds will be available. 7. Learners MUST complete each Module on time (i.e. within the 10 week deadline set when they commence each Module) and if they do not complete on time they may either have to pay additional fees and/or not be able to continue with their course. The exception to this is in the event of extenuating circumstances- separate guidelines are made available to learners regarding this once enrolled. 8. The fees stated in 1 include tuition and assessment fees. All other costs such as books, paper, stationary etc where needed are payable by the learner. 9. It is the learner s responsibility to ensure that the course is suitable for their requirements. MNT are happy to offer advice but accept no liability in the event that the content of the course does not meet individual requirements. 10. MNT reserves the right to re-schedule or cancel a course whether through insufficient numbers or for any other good reason. 11. MNT reserve the right to decline applications 12. All intellectual property rights, including copyright, patents, design rights and know-how relating to the course or course materials provided or made available in connection with the course remain the sole property of MNT or UCB. No copies of course materials provided or any usage of or reference to MNT s or UCB s name may be made unless it has been agreed in writing by MNT and UCB. 13. All students are required to observe and abide by all policies regarding health and safety, security, student conduct and any other regulations as set out by MNT and UCB. 14. The course content has been carefully researched and is believed by MNT and UCB to be up-to-date and factually correct. Students are welcome to discuss with MNT/UCB any information or advice received from elsewhere of a conflicting nature if they wish to do so. 15. A sufficient standard of English will be required to successfully enrol on to this course and will be judged at the discretion of the course team. Please see pre-requisites for details. 16. All learners must be working for a minimum of 16 hours either paid or voluntary in a childcare environment for the duration of this course. Learners must inform MNT if they are no longer able to meet this condition as soon as this occurs. Learners will not be able to continue with their studies if they are not working or volunteering for a minimum of 16 hours per week in a childcare environment. Learners may be able to resume their studies once they are working or volunteering in a childcare environment again after a break. This will be at the discretion of MNT and subject to the learner meeting all MNT/UCB requirements and regulations. The information on the completed booking form and these terms and conditions are intended to form a complete statement of the agreement between MNT and the student. Discussions, correspondence, documentations or representations prior to the submission of the completed booking form are deemed not to affect the contractual position of the parties unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing. MNT Training Ltd, The Barn, Lane End, Itchen Stoke, Alresford, Hampshire. SO24 0QZ DIRECTORS: P.MURRAY & M.MURRAY VAT REGISTRATION NO: COMPANY REG NO:

6 Why study with MNT? It will improve your knowledge of the way children learn and develop. It provides a stepping stone to higher level qualifications such as an a Early Years degree and EYT and PGCE courses. Gaining the qualification will enhance your CV and employability Course Content: Year 1: 120 Credits Academic Skills Exploring Child Development Young Children s Learning Professional Management Practice The Protection of Children Year 2: 120 Credits Language & Literacy as Communicative Tools Management & Childhood Behaviour & Individual Differences Research for Enquiry Choice of 2 Optional Modules Courses that Build Confidence & Careers Online Early Years Foundation Degree Course Description This course is designed for early years practitioners seeking to gain a higher level early years qualification and enhance their skills. The course has a wide reaching curriculum (see left) and enables learners to further their knowledge and practice. We deliver this course entirely online there is no need to attend a classroom. However, learners will need certain qualifications to be able to study the course (see the pre-requisites section overleaf for details.) Course Structure: The early years foundation degree is validated and awarded by the University College Birmingham UCB (subject to validation) and consists of 10 modules (5 modules at Level 4 (120 credits) and 5 modules at Level 5 (120 credits). Learners must complete the Level 4 modules before progressing to Level 5. This course will be available from May 2014 (subject to validation). Why do this Course? To further your skills and knowledge as an early years practitioner To enhance your job prospects and enable you to move up the career ladder On successful completion learners can progress to a Top Up Degree course which will provide a full Early Years Degree (gaining a full Early Years Degree enables progression to courses such as PGCE s and Early Years Teacher Status) Our fees are lower than other online providers (see cost comparison below) You can complete the course at a pace to suit you (average completion time is 2 years but you can take up to 7 if needed) Cost Comparison: (as of January 2014) Cost per Year Total Costs for 2 Year Course (120 Credits) (240 Credits) MNT Training 2,400 4,800 Open University 5,124 10,248 Specialists in Early Years, Education and Health & Care Training info@mnttraining.co.uk Courses that Build Confidence & Careers

7 Learners who enrolled on this course also enrolled on: Diploma for the Children and Young People s Workforce (CYPW) How to Setup your own Preschool or Nursery (NORPS) OCN Maternity Practitioner Award (MNP) Understand How to Setup a Home-based Childcare Service (CYPOP5) Online Learner Testimonials: So delighted to be able to progress to an online Foundation Degree. Emma - MNT Learner Our contact details If you have any queries please get in touch - we are always happy to help. MNT Training Ltd Grove House, Lutyens Close Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8AG info@mnttraining.co.uk Study Options for the Online Early Years Foundation Degree: Delivery: Home study. Learners log into our online learning portal - MNT LEARNING - to study this course - there is no classroom attendance required at all. On successful completion of this course learners will receive their results and certificate. Course Length: Learners have 10 weeks to complete each module so the total course length is approximately 2 years if learners study each module back to back. (Learners can take breaks between modules if required and have up to 7 years in total to compete the course). Modules are delivered in 5 semesters throughout the year and learners can start the course at any one of these 5 times throughout the year. (Semester 1: Jan - March, Semester 2: March - May, Semester 3: May - July, Semester 4: July - September, Semester 5: September - December) Support: All learners will have telephone/ access to a supportive and friendly personal tutor for any queries they have whilst completing the course. Pre-Requisites All Learners must have either: 1. A level 3 Early Years Qualification, OR 2. A Levels totalling to at least 140 points (or higher e.g. a Degree in another subject) AND GCSE English (grade A*- C) 3. All learners MUST either be working or volunteering in a childcare environment whilst studying the course for a minimum of 16 hours per week. (This can be a UK based or internationally-based childcare environment.) Additional requirements for international learners: 4. For learners with international qualifications - we will need to ensure that your qualifications are comparable to those listed above before we can enrol you (please contact us for more details). 5. The English requirement for overseas students who have English as a second language is either IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 ( IBT 87) or UCLES We will need to check your level of English meets one of these standards before we can enrol you-please contact us for further advice. (Learners with international qualifications and also those with English as a second language may need to pay to have their qualifications and English language level checked before being enrolled. Please contact us for more details and how we can help with this). Please note that this course does not confer practitioner status in the UK, so applicants enrolling without a Level 3 Early Years qualification (eg those applying with A levels or a degree in another subject or international equivalent) would need to gain a level 3 early years qualification if they wish to work as a qualified early years practitioner here in the UK. In addition: Learners study much of this course online and must therefore ensure their computer meets the minimum requirements as refunds cannot be given once enrolled. If you have any concerns about this please call us and we will be happy to offer support. These requirements include: Internet access and a working address Up to date internet browser such as: internet explorer/safari/google chrome/firefox (if your browser is not up to date your screen may not display the content as it should. Please call us if you wish us to help you check your browser and how to update it if needed - it s very easy - even we can do it!) Use of a computer to study the course - tablets and smartphones are not advisable for studying as the display and functionality can be affected. Additionally learners should be familiar with navigating a website and have used a Word Processing package such as Microsoft Word in the past. Ability to download and listen to video clips (a number of clips on the course are quite lengthy so learners need to ensure their download speed is sufficient). Your first step to a brighter future - booking and payment Each module fee is 540 (including VAT) ( 2700 for 5 modules =120 credits) Learners only need to pay/study for one module at a time. Instalment options are also available - please call for details Enrolling: Learners will be able to enrol and start the course at the beginning of any one of the 5 semesters. (Semesters start approx. every 10 weeks), please call to register your interest VAT Reg No: Company No: Courses that Build Confidence & Careers