Free Early Years Educator Level 3 Course in Malton. Classes run at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This level 3 early years educator course covers child development, safeguarding, communication, and planning learning activities for children from birth to five. You'll need to be aged 19 or over to be eligible for funding. The course takes 24 months to complete. You'll have an initial assessment at enrolment to confirm the right level and check funding eligibility.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for a range of learners, either working or wishing to work in early years education and care. Learners are required to be aged 19 years or over.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll understand child development from birth to five years.
You'll learn how to plan and lead learning activities for young children.
You'll study safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll develop skills in observing and assessing children's progress.
You'll learn how to support children's communication and language development.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents and carers.
You'll cover health, wellbeing, and nutrition for early years settings.
You'll learn how to support children with additional needs and inclusive practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service. Assessment combines written assignments, observations of your practice in an early years setting, and professional discussions. You will need access to a suitable early years placement to complete the work-based elements of the qualification. A portfolio of evidence is built up over the course of your studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: work in a nursery as a qualified Level 3 practitioner
Room leader: lead a room in a nursery or pre-school setting
Key person: take responsibility for a group of children's development
Pre-school worker: support learning and play in a pre-school
Early years teaching assistant: assist in a Reception class
Childminder: run your own registered childminding provision
Family support worker: work with families in early years outreach
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services: moves you into senior or management roles in early years settings.
Early Childhood Studies degree: a full undergraduate route for those wanting to go deeper into child development theory or move into teaching.
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): for those wanting to lead practice and specialise in the early years age range in schools and nurseries.
