Children, Young People and Families Manager FdA
University of BedfordshireLuton campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This course is now only taking applications for 2027 entry. For further information or to apply contact [email protected] This Level 5 Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) has been specially developed by the University of Bedfordshire to give you the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience needed to take on the central role of a manager within children, young people and family services. Through supportive teaching, simulated practice and work placements, you learn to ensure your team – and all other professionals involved in supporting a child/young person and their family – are working effectively together to improve lives and achieve lasting change.
Key highlights
- Level 5 Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) for children's services
- Prepares you for the central manager role in family services
- Learn through supportive teaching, simulated practice and work placements
- Develops skills to coordinate multi-agency professionals around families
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 48 — 48 UCAS tariff points including 32 from at least 1 A-level or equivalent GCSE grade 4/Functional Skills Level 2 Maths.
- GCSE: 4 — to include Mathematics, English
Scholarships
A level and IB Scholarship for International Students
Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship
Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship
Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000International Foundation Year Scholarship
Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships
Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Children's services manager
- Family support manager
- Early help coordinator
- Youth services manager
- Children's centre manager
- Family support team leader
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £9,535 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Bedfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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