Children's Learning, Play and Development EDEXCEL BTEC National Diploma Level 3 (Early Years Educator)

Entry requirements for the Early Years Educator (National Diploma Children's Play Learning & Development) will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at C grade or above, 2 of which must be English and Maths.

Learners will enjoy a variety of teaching approaches and study Core units which include: Child Development, Play and Learning, Meeting Children's Physical Development, Physical Care and Health Needs, Health and Safety in Early Years Settings, Working With Parents and Others in Early Years, Supporting Children's Speech, Communication and Language, Supporting Children's Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Safeguarding in Early Years, Observation, Assessment and Planning, Supporting Children's Literacy and Numeracy Development, Reflective Practice and The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

And choice of options such as: Working With Children Who Have Additional Needs, Supporting Children's Imaginative Play, Cooking Activities With Children, Supporting Children's Creativity, Promoting Children's Development Outdoors

There is a requirement for learners to attend for 2 days each week in an Early Years work placement. The College will help with finding and organising work placements in Early Years settings and environments suggested by the learner and which are normally close to your own home.