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

Credits:

95 Minimum

UCAS Points

This qualification has the following UCAS Points : 64

Overview

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (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.

UCAS Points

This qualification has been allocated UCAS points. Please refer to the UCAS website for further details of the points allocation and the most up-to-date information.

Do you need to be working to take the qualification?

Before certification, learners must complete a mandatory work/industry placement experience throughout the duration of the qualification. The total number of mandatory work placement hours is a minimum of 300 hours; however, it is recommended that learners undertake 350 hours where possible.

Age ranges covered by the qualification.

Birth to 7 years

Delivery Methods

Apex Professional College provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning, and in-class learning. For their convenience, learners can choose the mode of study.

Learners are able to:

• Access All course materials, including online modules and written assignments, are accessible.
• Gain teacher support.
• Access the Apex Professional College online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal).
• Acquire Assignments Briefing
• Receive excellent quality study notes.
• Get assignment markings 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

This Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) is accredited by Ofqual regulated Awarding body.

Duration

The program is available in 2 duration modes:

• 12 Months
• 24 Months

Course Delivery

Online / Blended Learning

Entry Requirements

You must be aged 16 or over. You will need to hold a suitable UK-recognised Level 2 qualification in English to enrol in this course, for example, Functional Skills.

Module Structure

The Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) qualification requires 95 credits to complete the course

Progression

Further education:

• NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner
• Higher education – personal statements may be accepted by universities

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments and workplace observations.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is designed for learners preparing to become early years educators

Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?

The qualification is suitable for learners wishing to work as:

• Educator in day nurseries
• Educator in nursery schools
• Educator in reception classes in primary schools
• Pre-school worker