As a childhood studies student, you can choose from a wide range of career pathways leading to jobs in education, social work and early years childcare.
Work Experience
We have great working relationships with many employers who provide valuable hands-on experience to help students develop their skills and knowledge.

Foundation Degree
HE FOUNDATION DEGREE EDUCATION & LEARNING SUPPORT – PTE
Chesterfield College
Level 5
08 Sep 2025
T Level
T-Level in Education and Early Years: Early Years Educator
Chesterfield College
Level 3
08 Sep 2025
Diploma
L2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner FT
Chesterfield College
Level 2
08 Sep 2025

Work placements are the thing that I’ve really enjoyed this year and last year. My favourite placement was working in a nursery. I did the nursery placement last year, so much so, that on my day off, I go back and help out. I just love it so much, over summer, between finishing my course and going to Canada, I’m hoping to get a job there.”
Tilly Clarke
Level 3 Childhood Studies
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