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The Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Child Care helps you develop the knowledge and skills to support young children during their early years. It’s ideal for anyone who wants to grow their career and move into senior roles in childcare or early education. This qualification is awarded by Qualifi, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body, and is not listed on the DfE Early Years Qualifications List (EYQL). For any queries regarding EYQL recognition, learners may contact the awarding body directly.
This Qualifi Level 4 Diploma focuses on key areas such as child development, physical activity and nutrition, supporting children with special educational needs, and promoting partnership working in early years environments. You’ll learn how to create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where children can learn and thrive.
The diploma comprises 40 credits and provides a strong understanding of safeguarding, early learning, and child development. It prepares you to work confidently in nurseries, preschools, and childcare centres. After completing the course, you can progress to the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Child Care or take on senior positions such as Early Years Practitioner or Senior Childcare Worker.
Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to:
The Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare has 9 units in total. Learners must complete all mandatory units to achieve 34 credits and then choose a minimum of 6 credits from the optional units. A minimum of 40 credits is required to achieve the Diploma and a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 610/0227/6
Mandatory Units
| Unit Ref | Mandatory Units | Level | Credit | GLH | TQT |
| J/650/0974 | Child development and enabling children to learn | 4 | 9 | 55 | 90 |
| K/650/0975 | Physical activity and nutrition co-ordination (PANCo) in early years | 4 | 6 | 29 | 60 |
| J/650/0992 | Supporting children with additional needs | 4 | 4 | 30 | 40 |
| L/650/0976 | Partnership working in early years settings | 4 | 6 | 27 | 60 |
| M/650/0977 | Implementing and evaluating change through a research project | 4 | 6 | 35 | 60 |
| R/650/0978 | Legal requirements in childcare | 4 | 3 | 15 | 30 |
| Unit Ref | Optional Units | Level | Credit | GLH | TQT |
| T/650/0979 | Assessing and planning for children’s changing developmental needs | 4 | 6 | 45 | 60 |
| D/650/0980 | Caring for babies | 4 | 6 | 45 | 60 |
| F/650/0981 | Caring for children through play out of school | 4 | 6 | 45 | 60 |
Students seeking to enrol for Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare should meet the following requirements:
Note: Learners must ensure that they meet the requirements before purchasing qualification.
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*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.
This Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare course is ideal for those individuals looking to build a rewarding career in early years education and childcare. It is also beneficial for those currently working in this field or those looking to entering in the field such as nursing staff, teaching assistants and other childcare professionals.
Learners will gain such skills that help them and support the development and wellbeing of young children, making it an ideal step for those looking to progress to a Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare qualification.
All units are internally assessed by Inspire London College and externally verified by Qualifi Ltd. The qualifications are criterion-referenced based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.
The Assessor judges that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria.
This Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare has been accredited to the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) and has its unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN). This number will appear on the learner’s final certification document. In addition, The QAN for this Qualification is as follows;
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (610/0227/6)
What is QUALIFI?
QUALIFI is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) with a reference number RN5160. Ofqual is responsible for maintaining standards and confidence in a wide range of vocational qualifications, whereas QUALIFI has a duty of care to implement quality assurance processes.
Inspire London College Offers RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) Qualifications from Ofqual Regulated awarding body Qualifi Ltd.
Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will get an Ofqual Regulated Certificate (Hardcopy) from Qualifi Ltd, an Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation.
Certificate and Transcript + Standard postage (Local and International) = Included in Course Fee
If you wish to receive your Certificate and Transcript by special courier, i.e., DHL, there will be an extra cost of £40 (International).
Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).
