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


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Course Summary

Code: BESAIHQ19  
Provider: BESA  

 

 

Description

The aim of this qualification is 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. This qualification confirms occupational competence and provides a 'licence to practice' as defined in the EYFS Statutory Framework.

You will learn about the role of the early years educator; typical child development sequences; how development is affected by a special educational needs and how to provide an effective environment for play and learning. In addition, you'll learn about pedagogical approaches and early years theorists, as well as relevant safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

Whilst there is no requirement to be a key worker at the beginning of this Diploma, you must be in a position where you develop into this important early years role.

Learners may find it helpful to have achieved the NCFE Cache Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (or a level 2 qualification that is full and relevant) prior to commencing study at Level 3, and have a minimum of 6-months experience of working in an early years setting.

On completion of this Level 3 Diploma, learners will be able to enter the early years workforce as an Early Years Educator. However, learners will need to hold a suitable Level 2 English qualification in order to count within the staff:child ratio at Level 3, as detailed in the EYFS Statutory Framework.

This qualification is delivered by Bedfordshire Employment & Skills Academy, part of Central Bedfordshire Council.
  

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

What does the course cover?
What does the qualification cover? Over the course of the qualification, you'll learn: - the role of the early years educator - typical child development norms - how to support children with SEND - safeguarding, welfare and health & safety requirements - how to apply early years curriculums - how to assess learning & development - how play supports learning & development - how work in partnership with others

Who is it suitable for?
Anyone working or volunteering in a suitable role for at least 12 hours per week, with at least 6 months experience working in an early years setting.

How is it completed?
You'll be observed in the workplace and undertake professional discussions with your assessor, as well as complete e-learning and written tasks. There are 10 mandatory units within this qualification. We recommend that you allocate 7-10 hours per week for the completion of the written assignments.

How long does it take to complete the course?
18 to 24 months.

What are the entry requirements?
You must be at least 19 years old and working or volunteering in an early years setting for a minimum of 12 hours per week, with at least 6 months experience working in an early years setting.

Location
Independent learning completed online, with remote support from an assessor.

When can I start?
Anytime.

What can I progress onto after completing?
You could move onto the Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner, and/or the Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner, subject to being in the right job role.

Cost
Free, subject to meeting funding criteria conditions.

How to apply
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