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Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Early Childhood Development (Extended Certificate)

at Darrick Wood School, Orpington · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This is an Alternative Academic Qualification designed for students with an interest in Education and Early Years. It spans a variety of subject areas such as Psychology, Sociology, Biology and English. The course will develop a knowledge and understanding of children’s development, the importance of play and learning in development, and health and safeguarding practices. It will also develop knowledge and understanding of how research findings influence legislation, policy and provisions for children. Finally, the course will allow for the development of critical thinking, secondary research and reflective practice skills.

What you need to get on

General entry requirements including 4 in a written subject

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Darrick Wood Sixth Form

    LOVIBONDS AVENUE, ORPINGTON, BR6 8ER

    DaytimeClassroom based
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