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Early childhood education plays an important role in shaping an individual’s future and professionals in this field have the power to make a lasting impact. This Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare course is designed to prepared you with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to support young children’s development during these important years.
This Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare is designed for aspiring and current childcare professionals with advanced skills and knowledge to support young children during their early years. It is ideal for those individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and those who are looking to enhance their expertise that allow them to take senior roles in childcare settings.
This qualification is accredited by Qualif that focuses on essential aspects such as child development that enable children to learn, physicl activity and nutrition co-ordination in early years, supporting childrens with their special needs and promoting partnership working in early year settings. By understanding this, the learners will be able to provide high-quality care and education that make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children.
With 40 credit hours, this course covers a range of key topics that are important for creating an environment where children can succeed. Learner will gain an in-depth understanding of child development, safeguarding and early learning strategies that ensure they are well-informed in order to meet the diverse needs of young children in various setting such as nurses, pre-schooling and childcare centres.
On successful completion of this course, the learners will have the opportunity to progress the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare or into employment in senior roles such as early years practitioners, senior childcare workers or other relevant professions within the field of early childhood education. This course provides you a clear pathway to career advancement in the childcare sector that opens doors to senior roles and leadership positions. Whether you are looking to advance your career or enhance the quality of care and education you provide, the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare offers the perfect platform to achieve your professional goals.
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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*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 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 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).
