Early Years Educator Level 3 Course in Bristol. Evening classes run at Ashley Down Centre, part-time over one year. This level 3 early years educator qualification lets you fit study around work or other commitments. You'll need a voluntary placement or paid role working with children aged 0 to 5, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade D or above (or be working toward grade C by the end of the course). You'll also need a DBS check before you start. Level 3 Early Years Educator is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work in England.
Who this course is for
Upon achievement of this level 3 qualification, you will be able to enter the workforce and gain license to practice as an Early Years Educator.
Entry requirements
You will need:----Access to a computer and the internet--A DBS ( Disclosure and Barring Service) check--Evidence of work experience with children--A voluntary work placement or employment with children aged 0-5 years--GCSE English and Maths at grade D or above (if not have grade C, you MUST be working towards this grade in both English and Maths and achieved this by the end of the course)--
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of child development from birth to age 5.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver activities that support children's learning.
You'll understand how to observe and assess children's progress.
You'll learn safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll develop skills in supporting children's health, wellbeing, and nutrition.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents and carers.
You'll learn about inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Ashley Down Centre combined with your work placement with children aged 0 to 5. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in your placement setting, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll also need to be working towards GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above if you don't already hold them, and must achieve this by the end of the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need access to a computer and the internet. You'll also need a valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and evidence of work experience with children. A voluntary placement or employment with children aged 0 to 5 is required throughout the course. Ashley Down Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: work in a nursery counted in statutory staff ratios
Room leader: lead a room within an early years setting
Key person: take responsibility for a group of children's development
Childminder: register as a self-employed childcare provider
Pre-school assistant: support learning in a pre-school or playgroup
Early years teaching assistant: support in a Reception class
What you could study next
NCFE CACHE Level 4 Diploma in Early Years Montessori Pedagogy: specialist route for those interested in Montessori approaches.
Level 4 Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT): leads to Early Years Teacher Status for those wanting to lead practice across a setting.
Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner: for those moving into leadership and management roles within early years settings.
