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Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (Community Pathway) Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
Course Overview
Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (Community Pathway) Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
This innovative programme offers a fresh, relevant, and engaging route for both current and aspiring community practitioners working within children’s social care. Designed to strengthen professional practice and open up future career pathways, the course equips learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel within their roles and related disciplines.
The Level 4 Community Pathway has been developed in direct response to employer needs, supporting workforce development, staff retention, and clear progression opportunities for children’s social care practitioners. It provides a robust and meaningful pathway for those looking to advance their professional practice while remaining in employment.
The apprenticeship is typically completed over two years, with learners achieving the Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education (Cert HE) within a year. As part of the programme, learners will study the Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Cert HE, delivered in partnership with the University of Hull, achieving both Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner Higher Apprenticeship; and the academic qualification - the Level 4 Children Young People and Families Certificate in Higher Education (Cert HE) (validated by the University of Hull).
Read the 2025-26 Guide for Collaborative Provision Students (UK) to find out how the relationship between the University of Hull and Barnsley College University Centre works; the services and facilities the University of Hull has available to you; and your rights and obligations as a student taking a validated programme with the University of Hull.
To ensure accessibility and flexibility, the programme offers blended delivery options, including online and/or face-to-face learning, allowing employers and learners to choose an approach that best fits their organisational and personal needs.
Modules of study
You will study a range of modules in relation to community working, including:
Module 1: Safeguarding Children and young people
Module 2: Children and Young people’s development
Module 3: Professional Roles and responsibilities
Module 4: Evidence informed practice
Module 5: Social and Emotional Resilience
Module 6: Community and Multi agency Working
The course starts in January, April and September.
Located at: Barnsley College University Centre
Course Start: Any time
Course length: 24 Months
Course Code: ACHD3092501
Validated by:
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
There is no cost to being an apprentice. All costs associated with your apprenticeship, including the cost of training and your salary, will be paid by your employer.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
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The course information on this page was last updated 29 January 2026.
