NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)
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Programme Overview
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) is a well-rounded qualification aimed at preparing learners for a fulfilling career in early years education. This program provides both theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain an understanding of children up to 7 years of age.
The diploma meets the Department for Education (DfE) criteria for Early Years Educators and covers essential topics such as safeguarding, child development, and communication in early years settings. With a mandatory minimum of 300 hours of work placement, learners also gain hands-on experience, ensuring they are fully prepared to enter the workforce. This qualification opens doors to a variety of roles in early years education and supports further study progression in leadership and specialized childcare areas.
Duration
9-12 Months
Course Level
Level 3
Modules
10
Credits
95
Essential Skills to Empower Your Future
- Early Years Educator – Working in nurseries, preschools, or early years classes in schools, supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5.
- Nursery Practitioner – Providing care and education for young children in a nursery setting, helping with their daily routines and activities.
- Teaching Assistant (Early Years) – Assisting teachers in early years settings with managing classrooms and providing additional support to children.
- Preschool Teacher – Leading activities and lessons that encourage the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children.
- Childcare Practitioner – Providing care in childminding or daycare centers, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for young children.
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Worker – Working with children who have special educational needs to support their learning and development.
- Playworker – Engaging with children in play settings, organizing activities that promote creativity and holistic development.
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)
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Core Modules
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Introduction to the role of the early years educator
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Holistic child development
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Children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
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Effective communication in an early year setting
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Safeguarding and welfare requirements
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Health, wellbeing and safety
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Promoting an effective early year’s curriculum
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Assessment of children’s learning and development
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Understanding play for holistic development and learning
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Partnership working
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Who Is This Programme for?
Entry Requirements
- Aspiring Early Years Educators: Those who want to work with children from birth to 5 years old and gain insight into child development up to 7 years old.
- New to the Field: Learners with little to no prior experience in early childhood education but who are interested in pursuing a career in this sector.
- Experienced Practitioners: Those already working in a childcare or early years setting who wish to formalize their qualifications and advance their skills.
- Career Changers: Adults who are looking to transition into a career in early years education.
- School Leavers: Young learners (minimum age 16) seeking a career path directly after completing secondary education.
Minimum Eligibility
- Age Requirement: Learners must be at least 16 years old.
- Prior Education: There are no mandatory prior qualifications required to enroll in this course. However, it may be beneficial for learners to have completed a NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner or a similar relevant qualification.
- Work Placement: Learners must complete a minimum of 300 hours of work placement in an early years setting as part of the course requirements
Awarding Body: NCFE
Essential Insights
Early Years Educator
Working in nurseries, preschools, or early years classes in schools, supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5.
Nursery Practitioner
Providing care and education for young children in a nursery setting, helping with their daily routines and activities.
Teaching Assistant (Early Years)
Widely acknowledged by numerous universities and higher education institutions globally as an entry requirement for relevant first-year degree programs and Higher National programs
Research Competence
Offers internationally applicable content that closely aligns with the requirements of employers and higher-education institutions.
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