Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Entry Requirements:

• There are no specific entry Requirements but a minimum Level 2 Numeracy or Equivalent
• There is not a requirement for learners to have GCSE Grades A-C in English and Maths prior to commencing this qualification, however learners should be aware that this is required to attain Early Years Educator Status
• Candidates must be a minimum of 16 Years old
• This Course s suitable for parents and volunteers in participating in Early Years Provision
• IT literate (Internet, Microsoft office)
• Able to understand and interpret course materials
• Self-motivated and willing to complete and achieve
• It is not Necessary that learners have access to be working, however it is recommended you have access to a volunteering role

Progession:

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:

TQUK Level 4 Diploma in Management and Leadership (RQF)

TQUK Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership (RQF)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)

Foundation Degree in Early years or Early Years Care and Education

Structure:

Learners must achieve 62 credits from the 17 Mandatory Units

Mandatory Units

Assessment and observation in early years settings Level 3 4 Credits

Continuing professional development in early years education Level 3 3 Credits

Equality, diversity and inclusion in early years education level 3 3 credits

Extending chilfrens thinking and learning in early years settings Level 3 2 Credits

Plan, lead and evaluate purposeful play activities to support children’s learning and development Level3 4Credits

Promote the health, safety and welfare of young children Level 3 4 Credits

Recording,storing, reporting and sharing information in early years settings Level 3 2 Credits

Safeguarding and child protection in early years Level 3 4 Credits

Support attachment when working with children in early years settings Level 3 3 Credits

Support children through transitions Level 3 3 Credits

Support children with additional needs Level 3 4 Credits

Support positive behaviour in children Level 3 3 Credits

Support the development of reading, literacy and mathematical skills in early years settings Level 3 3 Credits

Support the health, wellbeing and physical care needs of children in early years settings Level 3 4 Credits

Support the holistic developmebt of children Level 3 3 Credits

Understand child development Level 3 8 Credits

Working in partnership with colleagues, professionals and key individuals in early years settings Level 3 5 Credits

Optional Units

There are no optional units and barred units for this qualification

Duration:

Guided learning Hours for this Qualification is 367 hours

The Qualification is assessed by internally set and marked assessments which are subject ti quality assurance

Achievement of the Qualification requires a minimum of 350 hours of work experience

Learners who have no previous experience of working with children are recommended to spend at least 400 hours in work environment at the age range from birth to 5years old.

Learners who are already working with children will be able to use their ongoing experience in their work environment to enable them to achieve the skills and competences required.

All Learning outcomes must be met to achieve a Pass.