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Early Years/Childcare

There are 11 mandatory units in this qualification. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people’s development, supporting children and young people’s positive behaviour and communication and professional relationships.

  • Entry requirements

    Learners will need to be working or on a practical placement for the duration of the course in a learning environment (schools) as they need to show competence in both skills and knowledge. Learners on practical placements will need an Enhanced DBS certificate.

  • Who is the course for?

    This qualification is aimed at learners in placement / working in support roles within schools and colleges

  • Study methods

    Class based discussions, presentations, group work, online resources, and independent study

  • How is the course assessed?

    Internally assessed with a range of evidence to build a portfolio of evidence with placement assessed observations

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    School based as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    Learners can progress onto the Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or into the workforce.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2024

Starts 16 September 2024

Duration 34 Week(s)

Location Harrow Weald Campus

Days/Time Tuesday
09:30 - 14:30

Course starting Sep 2024

Starts 17 September 2024

Duration 34 Week(s)

Location Harrow Weald Campus

Days/Time Tuesday
09:30 - 14:30

Course starting Nov 2024

Starts 7 November 2024

Duration 32 Week(s)

Location Offsite

Days/Time Thursday
09:30 - 12:30