Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator)



Duration Mode:

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 6 Months
  • 9 Months

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Ideally suited to working professionals

Description

The Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) is a comprehensive program designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed for a rewarding career in the early years education and care sector. This course is ideal for aspiring early years educators, nursery practitioners, and preschool teachers.

Throughout the program, students will gain a deep understanding of child development, learning theories, and effective teaching strategies. They will learn to create nurturing and stimulating environments that promote children's holistic development. The curriculum covers essential topics such as safeguarding, health and safety, communication, and supporting children with additional needs.

The qualification comprises 15 mandatory units with a combined total of 83 credits.

This qualifications is approved and regulated by government regulated body Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to ensure consistent course quality.
> OfQual Qualification Number: 610/0013/6

Equivalences

This qualification at Level 3 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.

Qualification structure

The Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) consists of 15 mandatory units for a combined total of 83 credits.

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Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator)

The Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) consists of 15 mandatory units for a combined total of 83 credits.

Mandatory units

● Supporting healthy lifestyles for children through food, nutrition and exercise (4 credits)
● Supporting physical care routines for children and for unwell children (4 credits)
● Promoting childrens emotional well-being, social and emotional development (7 credits)
● Understanding the needs of the mother and baby pre-conception, during pregnancy and the first year of life (3 credits)
● The role of the Early Years practitioner (2 credits)
● Legislation relating to Early Years practice (9 credits)
● Working in partnership (3 credits)
● Supporting children through play in Early Years (14 credits)
● Developing the literacy, mathematical and communication skills of children (10 credits)
● Understand the needs of the child in preparing for school (2 credits)
● Understanding childrens cognitive development (5 credits)
● Promoting the physical development of children (4 credits)
● Supporting children with additional needs (4 credits)
● Using studies and tools to promote the development of children (10 credits)
● Professional development for Early Years Educators (2 credits)

Why Online?

  • Cost effective - Typically UK diploma starts from GBP £3000 per annum, but with online study, you can enjoy saving more than 60% on your educational investment.

  • Practical Content - The coursework is immediately applicable to the careers, and you can earn long-term gains including increase in salary and promotions

  • Study anytime, anywhere - You don't have to attend a College campus, so you can study from anywhere in the world. You can download & submit assignments.

  • Assessments Assessment is via assignment submission

Who is this course for?

Learners who are seeking to progress to higher education to take a Bachelor's degree course in Management. Learners could also progress directly to employment.

The programme is available in two duration modes:


6 Months
9 Months

One of the following:

  • ● There are no formal requirements for specific prior qualifications or levels of attainment.
    ● Learner must be 16 years or older at the beginning of the course

The Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) consists of 15 mandatory units for a combined total of 83 credits.

Mandatory units

● Supporting healthy lifestyles for children through food, nutrition and exercise (4 credits)
● Supporting physical care routines for children and for unwell children (4 credits)
● Promoting childrens emotional well-being, social and emotional development (7 credits)
● Understanding the needs of the mother and baby pre-conception, during pregnancy and the first year of life (3 credits)
● The role of the Early Years practitioner (2 credits)
● Legislation relating to Early Years practice (9 credits)
● Working in partnership (3 credits)
● Supporting children through play in Early Years (14 credits)
● Developing the literacy, mathematical and communication skills of children (10 credits)
● Understand the needs of the child in preparing for school (2 credits)
● Understanding childrens cognitive development (5 credits)
● Promoting the physical development of children (4 credits)
● Supporting children with additional needs (4 credits)
● Using studies and tools to promote the development of children (10 credits)
● Professional development for Early Years Educators (2 credits)

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.

The fee for the programme is as follows:

6 Months - GBP £1499

9 Months - GBP £1199

Please find below available fee payment plans:

6 Months - GBP £1499


● Payment option (a): GBP £499 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1425 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 Months - GBP £1199


● Payment option (c): GBP £239 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £599 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £1140 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

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6 Months  -  GBP £1499

● Payment option (a): GBP £499 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1425 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 Months -  GBP £1199

● Payment option (c): GBP £239 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £599 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £1140 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

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