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Level 3 CACHE Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)

at City of Portsmouth College, Portsmouth · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This is an interesting and exciting course that will provide practical and theoretical training in the care, education and development of young children that provides access to a range of fascinating careers. This course will deliver a sound foundation of knowledge within the early year's sector. Over the course of this two year programme you will complete a range of assignments, a research project and a minimum of 750 hours in placement. Placement will be in at least three different settings and age ranges and will form the basis of a Practical Evidence Portfolio.

What you need to get on

You will need a minimum of four GCSE's, grade A-C, one of which must be either English Language or Mathematics. A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.

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

  • COPC Highbury Campus

    Tudor Crescent, Portsmouth, PO6 2SA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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