Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)

Course Overview

The Technical Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) prepares learners to become Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years.

Upon achievement of this qualification it is intended that learners will be able to access higher education or enter the workforce as Early Years Educators. This qualification confers the licence to practise as an Early Years Educator.

Entry Requirements

The requirements for a Level 3 Early Years Educators (EYE) you need to hold GCSE English and maths A*-C, will be broadened to Level 2 qualifications, including functional skills.

This will enable staff with an EYE qualification and Level 2 English and mathematics qualifications to count in the Level 3 staff: child ratios in childcare settings.

5 GCSE’S Grade 9-4 or Equivalent Level 2 Qualification

Learning Methods

A range of learning methods will be adopted to meet the diverse needs of the learners.

Assessment Methods

You will be assessed using a variety of methods to include internally marked assignments and externally marked controlled assessments.

Learners will also be required to complete portfolio of evidence linked to their placement experience.

You will also complete the following placement hours: Diploma – 750 Placement Hours

Progression Opportunities

Employment or Higher Education in a range of subject areas.

Career Opportunities

Upon achievement of this qualification learners will gain their licence to practise and it is intended that learners will be able to enter the workforce as Early Years Educators or progress to higher education.

Learners can progress into various job roles in the statutory, voluntary or private sectors such as:

practitioner in day nurseries
practitioner in nursery schools
practitioner in reception classes in primary schools
pre-school worker

Can I receive any financial support whilst I am studying?

The College provides a range of financial support to assist learners undertaking a programme of study. The support is designed to help learners with the greatest financial needs and is subject to specific eligibility criteria being met.

For further information on the eligibility criteria, please contact the college on 01207 585 900.

Learning Support

Learning support is available for anyone who has a disability or learning difficulty and are tailored to individual support requirements.

Please speak to your course tutor if you feel you would benefit from an assessment or for further information please contact the college on 01207 585 900.

Fees and Course Costs

Full Time provision for 16-18 year olds is FREE.

Learners aged 19+ studying their first Level 3, the course fee is FREE.

Learners aged 19+ studying a second Level 3 qualification and learners aged 24+ studying at Level 3 can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to fund course fees. You can discuss this further at your college interview.

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