Description
Qualification Overview
The Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) is designed for individuals who wish to work with children from birth to five years and deepen their understanding of child development up to the age of seven. This qualification supports learners in gaining both practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for high-quality early years practice. It encourages professional and academic growth, preparing learners for a rewarding career in early years settings while supporting the development of children during their most formative years.
Units
- Supporting healthy lifestyles for children through food, nutrition and exercise
- Supporting physical care routines for children and for unwell children
- Promoting children’s emotional well-being, social and emotional development
- Understanding the needs of the mother and baby pre-conception, during pregnancy and the first year of life
- The role of the Early Years practitioner
- Legislation relating to Early Years practice
- Working in partnership
- Supporting children through play in Early Years
- Developing the literacy, mathematical and communication skills of children
- Understand the needs of the child in preparing for school
- Understanding children’s cognitive development
- Promoting the physical development of children
- Supporting children with additional needs
- Using studies and tools to promote the development of children
- Professional development for Early Years Educators
Entry Requirements
The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and applicants will be expected to be aged 16 or over and hold a Level 2 qualification.
In certain circumstances, managers with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the demands of the programme.
