Level 3 Ext Cert - Early Childhood Development (16-18)
at Barnet & Southgate College, Barnet · college
What the college says
This one year qualification at Barnet and Southgate College is designed to prepare 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. This course is aimed at 16+ learners.
What you need to get on
You will need 5 GCSEs, including English and maths at grade 4/5 or Functional Skills Level 2. Conditional offers are subject to exam results, references, and your suitability to work within the Education and Childcare Sector.
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
Barnet
Wood Street, Barnet, EN5 4AZ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Barnet
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