Free Level 3 Childcare and Education Course in Falmouth. Classes run at Falmouth School. This two-year, full-time daytime childcare and education qualification covers child development, safeguarding, learning environments, and working with families. The NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) is recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, making it a direct route into a career as a nursery practitioner. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for students who want to continue studying Art and design after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the skills and techniques, but the A level will give you the chance to study in more depth and develop your own particular artistic strengths and interests. It will suit you if you are creative and enjoy combining theory with lots of practical work. Even if you aren't aiming for a career in art and design, this course will give you a set of transferable skills including creativity, communication and the ability to work independently which can be useful in a range of careers.
What you will learn
You'll understand child development from birth through to age five and beyond.
You'll learn how to plan and support play-based learning activities.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll explore how to observe and assess children's progress.
You'll learn how to support children's communication, language, and literacy.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents and carers.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Falmouth School, combining theory with practical tasks. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of practice, and a portfolio of evidence built up over the two years. Some units require placement hours working directly with children in an early years setting, where your practice will be observed and assessed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Falmouth School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: working with children aged 0-5 in a nursery setting.
Room leader: leading a room or age-group within a nursery.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting learning in Reception or Year 1.
Childminder: registered self-employed care for children in your home.
Sure Start or family support worker: community-based early years support.
Playgroup or pre-school worker: sessional care and learning for under-fives.
What you could study next
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator): a current funded alternative if you want to continue in the sector with an up-to-date qualification.
Early Childhood Studies degree (Level 6): for those aiming toward management, SENCO, or advisory roles in early years.
Level 5 Leadership and Management in Education: if you want to move into nursery management or lead a setting.
