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Free Level 3 Childcare Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Applied General Award for Early Years, Childcare and Education Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. This full-time daytime course runs over one year, covering child development, learning environments, and the skills needed to work with young children. The applied general award for early years, childcare and education qualification is designed to prepare you for work in nurseries and early years settings. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore child development from birth through the early years.
  • You'll learn how to plan and support play and learning activities.
  • You'll study how to create safe, inclusive environments for young children.
  • You'll develop an understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
  • You'll learn about working in partnership with parents and carers.
  • You'll study legislation and frameworks that govern early years practice in England.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at The Sheffield College, with teaching covering both theory and practical application. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the qualification's units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery practitioner: supporting children's learning and daily care in nursery settings.
  • Nursery assistant: working under a qualified practitioner in an early years room.
  • Childcare worker: providing care and activities in a day nursery or crèche.
  • Early years educator: supporting child development across the EYFS framework.
  • Playgroup assistant: leading and supporting play sessions for young children.
  • Wraparound care assistant: working in before- and after-school childcare clubs.

What you could study next

This level 3 applied general award for early years, childcare and education qualification can lead into further study. A Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (or equivalent NVQ) is the qualification that counts toward statutory staffing ratios in nurseries, so many learners progress to that next. You could also consider a Foundation Degree or BA in Early Childhood Studies if you want to move into a senior or leadership role in the sector.

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