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Free Level 3 Childcare Course in Clacton-on-Sea – Clacton Coastal Academy

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Childcare and Education Course in Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run at Clacton Coastal Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a grade C in Childcare, to join. This two-year childcare and education qualification combines coursework with 750 hours of work placement in early years settings. You'll complete a DBS check before placement begins. It's a demanding course that requires consistent effort and high standards throughout.

Who this course is for

This course enables the learner to gain a variety of skills, knowledge and understanding to leave CCA with a qualification that gives them license to practice in the early years sector.

This is a coursework based qualification where high expectations and dedication is needed.

There will be a compulsory 750 hours of work placement and all students will complete a DBS (police check) prior to being able to start the course.

Entry requirements

5 Grade 4+, including a C in Childcare.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of child development from birth through to early childhood.
  • You'll learn how to plan and support learning activities in early years settings.
  • You'll understand safeguarding, welfare, and child protection responsibilities.
  • You'll build skills in observing and assessing children's progress.
  • You'll explore how to support children's communication, language, and literacy.
  • You'll gain practical experience through 750 hours of supervised work placement.
  • You'll understand the legal and regulatory framework for early years practice.

How you will learn

This is a coursework-based qualification. You'll learn through classroom sessions at Clacton Coastal Academy and complete 750 hours of work placement in early years settings. Assessment is through written assignments, practical tasks, and evidence gathered during your placement. A DBS check is required before placement begins.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Clacton Coastal Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete a DBS check prior to starting your work placement.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery practitioner: working directly with children in nursery settings.
  • Room leader: leading a room or age-group team in a nursery.
  • Early years educator: supporting learning and development in pre-school.
  • Childminder: registered self-employed childcare in a home setting.
  • Nursery assistant: supporting qualified staff in day-to-day childcare.
  • Pre-school worker: delivering early years activities in a pre-school.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Early Childhood Studies Degree (Foundation Degree or BA): deepens your understanding of child development and can lead to senior roles in early years settings.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles within the sector.
  • Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): the route to becoming a qualified early years teacher, requiring graduate-level study.

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