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Vocational BTEC National Extended Certificate in Children's Play, Learning and Development

at Marriotts School, Stevenage · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Children’s Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) is a vocational course which prepares students for working in an early years setting. You must have a definite interest in working with children up to the age of eight. As a BTEC course attendance and punctuality is important, as is the ability to efficiently use private study time.

What you need to get on

You need at least two 6 grades in GCSE Sciences (including Chemistry if you took triple Science.) You will also need a 6 in Maths and at least a 5 in English.

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

  • Marriotts School

    Brittain Way, Stevenage, SG2 8UT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Stevenage

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