Why should you take this course?

If you want to work in early years and gain knowledge and understanding of babies and young children from birth to seven years of age with applied knowledge in the early years, 0-5 years.

If you have a passion for working with young children to help and support them in their early years.

Course content

This course includes studying a range of topics including:

Roles and responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner

Health and safety of babies and young children in the early years

Equality, diversity and inclusive practice in Early Years Settings

Safeguarding, protection and welfare of babies and young children in Early Years Settings

Understand how to support children’s development

Support care routines for babies and young children including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Promote play and support the planning and delivery of activities, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes

Support well-being of babies and young children for healthy lifestyles

Promote positive behaviour in Early Years Settings

Partnership working in the early years

Support the needs of the child in preparing for school

You will complete 250 hours over the year in settings with babies and young children.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed in a variety of ways through direct observations in the workplace and written assignments.

Are there any special expenses?

There will be a cost to travel to work placements, plus a DBS check and uniform.

What could I do next?

Upon achievement of this qualification, students can progress on to a T Level or another Level 3 qualification.