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Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, WAKEFIELD · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3Vocational and tradeTechnical Occupational Qualification12 monthsPart time

What the college says

This qualification prepares you to work as an Early Years Educator, supporting children’s learning and development from birth to five years, while also developing your knowledge of children aged five to seven years. As part of the course, you will complete 300 hours of mandatory placement in an early years setting, where you will collect evidence to support your studies. When you successfully complete the qualification, you will be able to enter the workforce as an Early Years Educator.

What you need to get on

GCSE English at Grade 4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2 in English

How you are assessed

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

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?

Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.

Where it runs

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