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Early Years Educator (Workforce) Level 3 Diploma
The intent of this course is to increase your knowledge and practical skills. This qualification is the ‘gold standard’ for the Early Years sector, developing learners who work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years. The qualification is for those working in early years and settings, including pre-schools, playgroups, crèches, day nurseries, children’s centres and playschemes. All classes are asked to complete the Emotional Health and Wellbeing survey at the beginning and end of their course. This enables us to see whether learning has a positive impact on wellbeing and it also enables us to identify and help people who need support.Please note: All learners are expected to attend 100% of their course and to arrive 15 minutes before the start of their class.If you do not attend for 3 consecutive weeks, you may be withdrawn. This will also reduce your chances of joining another course in the future. You will also need to ensure that you allow sufficient time for self-study and complete any homework set, we would recommend 4 – 5 hours per week.

Open Course Fees

B1: N/A (In London Resident)
B2: N/A (London Concessionary)
B3: N/A (Concessionary)
B4: N/A (Out of London Resident) Level 3 Learning Loan Free under the National Skills Fund (Lifetime skills Guarantee) criteria to be available March 2021
Prosp User 2

Open What will I learn?

This course intends that you will learn four key themes -
• Theme 1: Health and well-being
• Theme 2: Legislation, framework and professional practice
• Theme 3: Play, development and learning for school readiness
• Theme 4: Professional development
Prosp User 3

Open How will I be assessed?

Progress of your work will be assessed throughout the course by your tutor/assessor using e-portfolios (using the Laser online platform) and real work environment evidence. This means you will need to be in paid work within an early year setting for at least 15 hours per week.Where you will be assessed on your workplace competence. You will also be required to complete a portfolio to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the required assessment criteria. You will be supported throughout the course to enable you to produce work for your portfolio which will include, completing written assignments, research projects, posters, leaflets, presentations, professional discussions, work-based and practical evidence which meets the requirements of your course.
Prosp User 4

Open What experience or qualifications do I need to start this course?

You need to hold a recognised qualification in Childcare or H&SC at Level 2 to apply for this course. You need to be working in an Early Years setting for at least 15 hours per week. You will need to be able to use written and spoken English to at least a level 1 standard to complete the reading and writing necessary to successful completion of the course. You will also require Digital Skills at level 1, this is essential to be able to successfully participate in online sessions as you will be required to work on online platforms such as Laser (e-portfolio), Google Classroom and Moodle. Attendance at an initial assessment session at the point of application is essential. Full attendance, good punctuality and timely assignment completion are requirements of the course. Learners must have a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service check) and be working for a minimum of 15 hours per week in an Early Years Setting.
Prosp User 5

Open Important Information

Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, we are working under new social distancing guidance and we will be introducing blended learning. This is a way of learning remotely without being in regular face-to-face contact with your tutor in a classroom setting. You will be learning using online platforms to help you to achieve this, your tutor will work closely with you to complete your qualification.
Prosp User 14

Open Is there anything I need to bring? Are there any other costs?

Open Can I get extra help?

Yes. If you think you might need some additional support with your learning, please ask your tutor or the Centre staff for more information about our learning support offer.
Prosp User 6

Open After the course….

Learners will be fully qualified practitioners who can work in a variety of roles.
• You may consider going on to do Level 4 or to higher education in Early Years or Health and Social care.
• Level 2 – Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
• Level 2 - Certificate in Supporting Individuals with Learning Difficulties.
Prosp User 7

Open What job opportunities could this lead to?

Upon achievement of this qualification, learners can progress into various job roles in the statutory, voluntary or private sectors, such as:
• practitioner in day nurseries or pre-school practitioner
• home based child carer (nanny or childminder)
• practitioner in nursery schools
• practitioner in reception classes in primary schools
Prosp User 8

Open How will I be able to give my views on the course?

We welcome views from our learners in a number of ways. You can give your views through your ILP, course evaluation forms, on-line questionnaires and our Compliments, Comments and Complaints forms which can be found in Centre offices. You may also choose to become a course representative for your class, which your tutor will discuss with the class at the start of your course.
Prosp User 9

Open Safe learning

We want you to enjoy your learning experience and feel safe, equal and respected while you are learning with us. If you have any concerns about any of these things please report it to a member of staff.
Prosp User 10

Open How to apply/enquire

To apply, you must attend an initial assessment session. See the brochure or contact a centre for details of upcoming
dates. You will be able to pay by cash, card or cheque (made payable to London Borough of Hillingdon).
Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
Prosp User 11
CHB1057
23/04/2021
15/07/2022
09:30 - 15:00
48 weeks
Brookfield ALC
Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
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