An evaluation of the Early Years Sector Endorsed Foundation Degree foundchildcare providers went to great lengths to support staff taking thequalification. But it was a financial and logistical burden especiallyfor small private providers and those offering sessional childcare, saidthe NatCen report.
The foundation degree is a Level 5 qualification. The Government issubsiding graduate training through its Transformation Fund but has alsopromised to support staff to get Level 3 to 5 qualifications.
A second NatCen evaluation looked at students' views and experience.They praised the teaching but said some college-based elements weredisorganised.
Students said doing the qualification had helped them develop aspractitioners by boosting their confidence and self-worth. But few saidit had led to more pay or a promotion.
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