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Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)(QCF)

at Train Together Limited, Leicester · training provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma18 months£2,597

What the college says

What does the qualification cover? The CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (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 enter the workforce as Early Years Educators. Who is it suitable for? This qualification is suitable for a range of learners, either working or wishing to work at a supervisory level in the children and young people's workforce. Aim suitable as a Main Aim or Technical Certificate within an Apprenticeship Applicants should have or achieve Level 2 Functional Skills in English and mathematics upon achieving this qualification in order to be counted in the staff:child ratios.

What you need to get on

You will be working, volunteering, or on practical placement to show competence in both knowledge & skills. A minimum of 350 placement hours required. During placement, learners will need support from a professional within the real work environment who will be required to complete professional development records. All learners who achieve an Early Years Educator qualification will need Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths to count in the ratios at level 3 in childcare settings.

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

  • Train Together Limited

    Work based

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