NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Ref:

601/2629/2

Credits:

61 Minimum

UCAS Points

This qualification has the following UCAS Points – P – 32.

Overview

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) enables learners to gain the knowledge and experience which will allow them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years. Upon achievement of the Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce, it is intended those learners will be able to access higher education or enter the workforce as Early Years Educators.

Delivery Methods

London College of Professional Studies provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning and in-class. The learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience.

Learners are able to:

• Access All course materials, including online modules and written assignments
• Gain Teacher support
• Access LCPS online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
• Acquire Assignments briefing
• Receive Excellent quality study notes
• Obtain Assignment marking and feedback.
• Gain Fully accredited UK courses
• Receive Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
• Gain Full support until the completion of the course

Accreditation

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) is accredited by Ofqual regulated awarding bodies

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

• 12 Months
• 24 Months

Course Delivery

• Online
• Blended Learning

Entry Requirements

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English grade C or above. You will need to have a placement in an early-year setting in mainland England with support from a workplace mentor.

Module Structure

The course units have been structured around the following three themes:

• Theme 1: Health and Well-being
• Theme 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
• Theme 3: Play, development and Learning for school readiness

Please see the Unit List for details about which units are grouped under each of the themes. Learners must achieve:

• 23 mandatory units
• Credit value: 61

Placement hours

During placement, learners will need support from a professional within the Real Work Environment.

To aid Assessors with discretionary decisions concerning individual experience in real work environments across the age range from 0-5 years: direct observations must continue to be used to assess competence with the age range the learner is working with but can be complemented with expert witness testimonies, reflective accounts including prior knowledge and professional discussions to assess knowledge, skills and competence outside of this age range.

Throughout this document, there is a reference made to babies. Please note that babies include children from birth to 1 year and 11 months of age. Our preference for best practice will source evidence for the assessment criteria from direct observation and first-hand experience, however, we appreciate that this may not always be possible due to accessibility and work-related employment, in such cases, evidence to meet assessment criteria can be submitted through alternative methods including:

• Reflective accounts
• Professional discussions
• Summaries from interviews with practitioners.

Progression

The Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) prepares learners to become Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged from 5 to 7 years.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments and workplace observations.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is suitable for a range of learners either working or wishing to work in early years education and care. The Diploma is also suitable for those wishing to progress to higher education.

What could this qualification lead to?

Learners can progress into various unsupervised job roles in the statutory, voluntary, or private sectors such as (this list is not exhaustive):

• Early Years Educator
• Practitioner in day nurseries
• Practitioner in nursery schools
• Practitioner in reception classes in primary schools
• Pre-school worker
• Home-based childcare
• Nanny