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

at GHQ Training, Plymouth · training provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma24 months£4,670

What the college says

The aim of this qualification is to prepare learners to become early years educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to five years and gain knowledge of children aged five to seven years. Upon achievement of this qualification, it is intended that learners will be able to enter the workforce as early years educators.

What you need to get on

Learners must be at least 16 years old. Applicants may find it helpful if they have already achieved the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner 603/3723/0, or a previous level 2 qualification that is full and relevant or holds transferable skills which will prepare learners to study at level 3. All learners MUST be capable of achieving the learning outcomes and complying with the relevant literacy, numeracy and health and safety requirements.

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

  • GHQ Training

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