Sheffield Hallam University

Working with Children, Young People and Families

Sheffield Hallam UniversityCollegiate Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Train to work with children and families on a course developed in consultation with employers.

Key highlights

  • Developed in consultation with employers
  • Prepares you to work with children, young people and families

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 64 — 64 UCAS Points

Scholarships

  • Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund

    Successful applicants will be awarded between £50 and £250.

    Up to £50
  • Performance Athlete Support Programme

    Successful applicants will receive support from our multi-disciplinary team of sport practitioners, free Team Hallam Ultimate Membership, and access to our facilities. Some students may also receive a bursary and support.

  • Transform Together Scholarships

    A half fee waiver (50% discount) is available for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses for the first year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • Vice-Chancellor's Award

    South Asia - £2,000; Nigeria - £3,000; South East Asia - £3,000; Ghana- £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Family support worker
  • Youth worker
  • Early help practitioner
  • Children's centre worker
  • Teaching assistant
  • Residential childcare worker

Cost of study

UK/Home: £6,360 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 Sheffield Hallam University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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