NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) (EYE)

The Bournemouth And Poole College

NVQ

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Description

  • Type

    NVQ Level 3

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (EYE) is for people who want to work in a range of early years settings and services with children from birth to 7 years (and their families). This qualification gives students the understanding and practical skills to be able to meet the individual needs of the child in a supporting role. Upon achievement of the Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education it is intended that learners will be able to access higher education or enter the workforce as Early Years Educators.

About this course

Having a Level 3 could lead to a variety of jobs including:
• A practitioner in a day nursery or pre-school,
• Becoming a childminder, or nanny,
• Becoming a practitioner in a nursery school or reception class in a primary school,
• Working on the cruise ships as a youth worker,
• Working abroad as youth reps for travel companies.

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and Maths grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C). Alternatively successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification and have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skill in English and Maths.

CACHE

The Diploma carries a maximum of 168 UCAS points at A*. (Previously 420 in the old tariff point system). This would enable students to apply for a university course in a relevant area, for example an Early Years Teaching Degree.

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Subjects

  • Early Years
  • Understanding
  • Children’s
  • Health
  • Safety
  • Numeracy
  • Complete
  • Theory
  • Content
  • Development

Course programme

Course Content

In class you will be working on the theory behind topics such as Child Development from 0 – 7 years, Children’s Health and Well-being, Health & Safety, Play and Learning, Understanding Children’s Additional Needs, Supporting Literacy and Numeracy, Preparing for School, and Partnership Working. You will also be required to complete observations on the children in your placements, a placement portfolio over the 2 years, and unit assignments.

You will be required to complete a minimum of 750 placement hours across a variety of age groups within approximately 6 settings (3 a year)
You will be taught in class by subject specialists and there will also be speaker’s from outside agencies who will be invited into the class to discuss various aspects of early years care and education in order to enhance your knowledge so that you will be able to complete your assignments to the best of your ability.

Additional information

Course Code - HAN3FC005E

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