Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Level 3 RQF
The CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) is a perfect choice for individuals seeking a certified, comprehensive qualification that contributes to meeting the Level 3 staff-to-child ratio requirements in the field of childcare.
After successfully attaining this qualification, learners will possess the requisite knowledge and hands-on experience needed to embark on a career as a proficient early years education practitioner. Several potential job opportunities following completion encompass:
- Pre-school educator
- Nursery school practitioner
- Day nursery practitioner
- Reception class practitioner in primary schools
Furthermore, learners will meet the eligibility criteria to join the Level 3 staff-to-child ratio in childcare settings.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
This course has the potential to be effectively taught to student cohorts.
Students must be over 16 years of age.
You'll need to complete 350 hours of work experience, either on a voluntary or paid basis, in a childcare setting serving children aged 0-5 in mainland England. During this work placement, it's essential to have a qualified staff member who can provide supervision and assist in preparing and endorsing the occupational evidence of practical experience forms.
Learners wishing to count in the staff-to-child ratio within a childcare setting should note that in addition to having a relevant Early Years Educator course, there is also a requirement to hold GCSE English and Maths A*-C. Please note, however, that the requirement for Level 3 will be broadened to Level 2 qualifications, including Functional Skills.
It is not a requirement to have the relevant English and Maths qualifications to enrol onto the course, or to complete it. However, the qualifications will be necessary for a worker to be counted in the staff to child ratios within a childcare setting. Therefore it would be advisable to complete the required courses to enable you to progress. NCC are able to provide the courses for you to purchase.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Qualification Title: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early years Educator)
Qualification Number: 601/2629/2
Total Credits: 61
UCAS points: 32
NCC is an NCFE CACHE licensed centre.
NCFE CACHE (Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education) is a leading awarding organisation specialising in the care and education sector. NCFE CACHE provides a wide range of qualifications accredited by Ofqual at different levels and in a variety of subject areas. NCFE CACHE also offers NVQs, Key Skills, Basic Skills, and Entry Level qualifications.
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will receive a Level 3 NCFE certificate of achievement. This means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to Level 3 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) for England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE. NCFE is recognised as an awarding body by the qualification regulators ('regulators') for England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales, and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland.
Training Course Content
The Early Years Workforce Diploma at Level 3 RQF empowers students to become Early Years Educators, allowing them to meet the staff-to-child ratios required in childcare settings at this level. This qualification is regulated by ofqual and aligns with the Department for Education's standards for staffing levels within the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
While the primary emphasis of this course is on acquiring knowledge and hands-on experience in caring for children between the ages of 0 and 5, participants will also have the chance to expand their understanding of working with children aged 5 to 7 as part of the curriculum.
There are a total of 23 units which students are required to complete.
Theme 1: Health and well-being:
Unit 1: Support healthy lifestyles for children through the provision of food and nutrition.
Unit 2: Support healthy lifestyles for children through exercise.
Unit 3: Support physical care routines for children.
Unit 4: Promote children’s emotional well-being.
Unit 5: Understand how to support children who are unwell.
Theme 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice:
Unit 6: Understand legislation relating to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children.
Unit 7: Use legislation relating to the health and safety of children.
Unit 8: Follow legislation relating to equality, diversity and inclusive practice.
Unit 9: Working in partnership.
Unit 10: Engage in professional development.
Theme 3: Play, development and learning for school readiness.
Unit 11: Understand the value of play in Early Years.
Unit 12: Plan, lead and review play opportunities which support children’s learning and development.
Unit 13: Promote enabling play environments.
Unit 14: Developing children’s emergent literacy skills.
Unit 15: Developing children’s emergent mathematical skills.
Unit 16: Support children’s transition to school.
Unit 17: Develop children’s cognitive skills.
Unit 18: Promote children’s speech, language and communication.
Unit 19: Promoting children’s physical development.
Unit 20: Promoting children’s personal, social and emotional development.
Unit 21: Support children with additional needs.
Unit 22: Use observation, assessment and planning to promote the development of children.
Unit 23: Use longitudinal studies to observe, assess and plan for children’s needs.
Expenses
Online Study
- Pay in full: £1300.00
- Pay monthly: £100.00 /month for 12 months (Exclusive for UK residents with £150.00 deposit and no credit check)
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