Free Early Years Educator Level 3 Course in Selby. Evening classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can study around work or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification is the right fit, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. This level 3 early years educator course covers child development, safeguarding, learning through play, and supporting children's health and wellbeing. The course takes 24 months part-time. Level 3 Early Years Educator is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work in England.
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 how children develop from birth to five years, and beyond.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver play-based learning activities.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll explore how to support children's communication, language, and literacy.
You'll learn how to observe and assess children's progress.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents and carers.
You'll cover health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
You'll learn about inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of your practice with children, and a portfolio of evidence. Some units require you to demonstrate skills in an early years setting, so you'll need access to a placement or a relevant workplace during the course. The centre will confirm the specific assessment requirements at enrolment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: work directly with children aged 0 to 5
Room leader: lead a room within a nursery setting
Key person: take responsibility for a group of key children
Pre-school assistant: support learning in a pre-school or playgroup
Childminder: register to work independently with children at home
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in a Reception class
Family support worker: work with families in community or outreach settings
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or Early Years: moves you toward senior or management roles in a nursery or early years setting.
Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT): qualifies you as an Early Years Teacher, working with children from birth to five.
BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies: a degree route for those wanting to move into leadership, research, or specialist roles in the sector.
