Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Who is the qualification aimed at?

People who work in settings or services whose main purpose is Children's Care, Learning and Development.

There are no formal entry requirements but learners must be 16 years of age with either a Level 2 early years qualification or have significant experience in a childcare setting.

Practical, work-related tasks based on the National Occupational Standards for Children's Care, Learning and Development at Level 3, which are designed to demonstrate competence at work.

Birth to 16 years of age.

Direct observation within the workplace combined with a portfolio of additional evidence such as, professional discussions and witness testimonies.

Learners must already be employed or in a practical placement for the whole period of the qualification.

There is no set numbers of hours as it depends on the learner's ability to gather and log the required evidence.