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Free Level 3 Early Childhood Development Course in Market Drayton

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Early Childhood Development Course in Market Drayton. Classes run at Grove School Market Drayton, full-time during the day.

This BTEC covers child development from birth to age eight. You'll study how young children learn, grow, and develop in their early years. Topics include safeguarding, play, communication, and early years practice. The course runs over two years and gives you both knowledge and practical understanding of working with young children.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate in Early Childhood Development at Level 3.

Who this course is for

he BTEC National Extended Certificate in Early Childhood Development is designed for learners who are interested in working with young children from birth to 8 years and want to develop both their knowledge and practical understanding of early years practice.

Entry requirements

5 9-4 GCSE, including a English and Maths at a grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how children develop physically, emotionally, and cognitively from birth to age eight.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep young children safe.
  • You'll learn how play supports children's learning and development.
  • You'll understand how to support communication and language in early years settings.
  • You'll develop knowledge of early years practice and professional standards.
  • You'll examine the role of families and communities in child development.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Grove School Market Drayton. The course includes a mix of written assignments and external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Some units are assessed through coursework and others through timed exams. You may also complete practical elements linked to working with young children.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grove School Market Drayton will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Early Years Assistant, supports children's learning in a nursery or reception class.
  • Nursery Assistant, helps care for and educate young children in a nursery setting.
  • Early Years Educator, takes a lead role in planning and delivering early years activities.
  • Childcare Worker, provides care and support for young children in various settings.
  • Teaching Assistant, supports classroom learning in a primary school environment.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification, the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, required for a lead practitioner role.
  • Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies, a higher education route for those wanting to deepen their expertise.
  • BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education, a full degree for those aiming toward leadership or teaching roles in early years.
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