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As an early years teacher, you can shape the future of our youngest learners. That’s why we have created this Level 3 Diploma in Early Year Education and Care for you. Did you know?? In the UK, the demand for early years educators has been rising, with over 47,000 jobs posted in this field annually. Moreover, it plays a key role in helping children to reach their full potential. The Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care course is designed to equip aspiring individuals and current early years professionals with the skills, knowledge and confidence in order to support children’s development during their most critical years. This course also addresses the growing need for skilled practitioners who can provide high-quality care and education in nurseries, pre-schools and childcare centres.
With 83 credit hours, this qualification is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact on children’s lives and ensure they are well-prepared for school and beyond. This qualification is accredited by Qualifi, a recognised UK awarding organisation known for maintaining high standards in vocational education and training. This Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Early Year Education and Care provides you with a solid understanding of key principles of early years education. This course also equips you with the skills and knowledge required to support teachers in early years classrooms. It also teaches you how to effectively support children with special educational needs, including those children with autism and those learning remotely.
Throughout this course, you will learn how to support healthy lifestyles for children and how to support physical care routines for children. Moreover, you will also learn how to promote children’s emotional well-being; you will explore the stages of pre-conception, pregnancy, and the first year of life, as well as their impact on child development and many more.
By completing this course, you will not only enhance your practical as well as theoretical skills and knowledge but also ensure that you meet the high standards required for an Early Years Educator in the UK. You will be allowed to create an environment where children can succeed, contributing to the future success of the next generation.
Learners are required to complete 83 credits to achieve the Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator). The fifteen mandatory units contribute a total of 83 credits, ensuring that all the necessary competencies for the qualification are covered without the need for additional credits from optional units.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 610/0013/6
| Unit Ref | Title | Level | TQT | GLH | Credit values |
| L/650/0038 | Supporting healthy lifestyles for children through food, nutrition and exercise | 3 | 40 | 22 | 4 |
| M/650/0039 | Supporting physical care routines for children and for unwell children | 3 | 40 | 24 | 4 |
| Y/650/0040 | Promoting children’s emotional well-being, social and emotional development | 3 | 70 | 45 | 7 |
| A/650/0041 | Understanding the needs of the mother and baby pre-conception, during pregnancy and the first year of life | 3 | 40 | 15 | 3 |
| K/650/0046 | The role of the Early Years practitioner | 3 | 20 | 10 | 2 |
| L/650/0047 | Legislation relating to Early Years practice | 3 | 90 | 60 | 9 |
| M/650/0048 | Working in partnership | 3 | 30 | 20 | 3 |
| R/650/0049 | Supporting children through play in Early Years | 3 | 140 | 90 | 14 |
| A/650/0050 | Developing the literacy, mathematical and communication skills of children | 3 | 100 | 70 | 10 |
| D/650/0051 | Understand the needs of the child in preparing for school | 3 | 20 | 12 | 2 |
| F/650/0052 | Understanding children’s cognitive development | 3 | 50 | 30 | 5 |
| H/650/0053 | Promoting the physical development of children | 3 | 40 | 25 | 4 |
| J/650/0054 | Supporting children with additional needs | 3 | 40 | 25 | 4 |
| K/650/0055 | Using studies and tools to promote the development of children | 3 | 100 | 65 | 10 |
| L/650/0056 | Professional Development for Early Years Educators | 3 | 20 | 12 | 2 |
Note: Learners must ensure they meet the requirements before purchasing qualification.
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*English requirements:
Proof of language proficiency: A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit FAQs relating to the English language entry requirements.
This qualification is ideal for those individuals looking to work with young children and those who want to pursue a career in early years education. This course is specifically designed for those who are looking to start their career in this field or those who already work in early years settings and desire to enhance their skills and qualifications. This course is for learners who want to develop a career as:
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 Qualification has been accredited to the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) and has its own unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN). This number will appear on the learner’s final certification document. Each unit with the Qualification has its own RQF code. The QAN for this Qualification is as follows:
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) (610/0013/6)
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 as the satellite centre of UKPDA.
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).
