Karen - BA(Hons) Education in Professional Practice
Karen studied a Foundation Degree for 2 years, followed by a BA (Hons) Education in Professional Practice.
“I was attracted to the course as it was full time and so I got
funding, however I could continue my job as it is a work-based
degree. I liked the fact that it was every Thursday
afternoon, enabling me to continue my work and also to have a
consistency that allowed me to sort out child care arrangements -
my children were 9, 12 and 15 when I started the course.
My job plans are to now go on to teacher training. I am
looking at the Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP) which will
allow me to carry on earning while I get my teaching
qualifications. My school are keen for me to progress and
would like me to stay in their school too, and so I hope to take
this route.
I would certainly recommend this course for anyone who started as a
Teaching Assistant in a school and wishes to progress, however it
is very hard work! I found years 1 and 2 difficult and year 3
a lot harder again, but I am very proud of myself and as an
unexpected bonus I am turning into a positive role model for my
children, the oldest of which is hoping to start university herself
in September!”