This qualification is suitable for learners who work, or wish to work, with children from birth to 5 years old in a variety of settings.

The qualification prepares learners for employment as Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years.

It develops the knowledge and skills required to work with children from birth to 5 years together with an understanding of the expected development of children aged 5 to 7 years.

The qualification also provides opportunities for the confirmation of competence for learners working towards Early Years Educator status.

Course Title Level 3 Diploma:
Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)
Course Duration From 12 Weeks. Course duration is dependant on candidate.
Pre-requisites Age 16+
Who is the course intended for? ✓ Early Years Practitioners
✓ Teaching assistants

Entry Requirements & Course Details

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent.

The recommended minimum age for this qualification is 16 years and above.

Course Details

The qualification is assessed by internally set and marked assessments subject to external quality assurance.

Where indicated in the unit specifications, assessment must meet the requirements of the identified assessment strategy/principles.

All learning outcomes must be met to achieve a Pass – there is no grading.

Progression Options

Successful learners can progress to higher qualifications within the Childcare sector such as Foundation Degree in Early Years or Early Years Care and Education or as an alternative pathway to Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care.

Successful learners can apply for job roles such as Assistant in Children’s Centres, Practitioner in nursery schools or receptions or Pre-school worker

Cost and how to pay

Our Level 3 diploma for the Children’s Workforce (RQF) (Early Years Educator) costs £1,040. We issue monthly invoices as standard.

We offer a 10% discount for accounts that pay within six months. Click the button underneath to find out more

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