Free Level 3 Early Childhood Development Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day. This early childhood development qualification covers child development, play, learning environments, and working with families. The course runs for 36 weeks. Contact Halesowen College directly to confirm entry requirements and course content before you apply. Level 3 Early Childhood Development is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work in England.
Who this course is for
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
Entry requirements
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll study how children develop physically, emotionally, and cognitively from birth to age five.
You'll explore how play supports learning and development in early years settings.
You'll learn how to plan and support activities that meet individual children's needs.
You'll examine safeguarding principles and your responsibilities in a childcare setting.
You'll look at how to work with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll develop understanding of inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs.
How you will learn
The BTEC Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete coursework and written tasks throughout the year. Classes are delivered in person at Halesowen College during the day. Contact the college directly to confirm whether any work placement element is included in this delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: working with children aged 0 to 5 in a nursery setting
Early years educator: supporting learning and development in pre-school
Nursery nurse: day-to-day care and activities in a nursery
Childminder: registered home-based childcare for young children
Teaching assistant (early years): supporting children in Reception and Year 1
Play worker: leading play sessions in out-of-school or holiday settings
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Early Years Education and Care: the work-based qualification that counts toward the Early Years Educator status required for leading practice in nurseries.
Level 4 Certificate in Early Years Advanced Practice: for those moving into senior or specialist roles.
Early Childhood Studies degree: for those considering a move into teaching, management, or research in early years.
