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Early Years Advanced Practitioner Certificate Level 4

at Dudley College of Technology, Dudley · college

Level 4Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFlexible

What the college says

The NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner aims to provide professional development opportunities for practitioners working in the early years workforce at Level 3. This qualification will embrace the wealth of experience of the Level 3 early years workforce, and challenge learners in both their daily practice and theoretical understanding.Learners must be at least 19 years old and hold a full Level 3 early years - childcare qualification.This course runs over a college academic year, starting in September 2026.

What you need to get on

Learners must be 19 years old and hold a full Level 3 early years - childcare qualification to be able to complete this qualification.You will need to be working in the early years sector to fully be able to support this qualification and use reflection within your role.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

Beyond A level. Usually taken after a Level 3 course.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 13 October 2026 · Dudley

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