Free Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College, with part-time daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. This early years practitioner qualification covers child development, safeguarding, communication, and supporting children's learning from birth to five. You'll also complete practice hours working directly with children in an early years setting. Level 3 Early Years Educator is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work in England, so completing it opens the door to roles that count toward those ratios. The course runs to 356 hours in total.
Who this course is for
For details about CG DIPLOMA FOR THE EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER - EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR - LEVEL 3 - LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT, please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.
Entry requirements
See website for futher details
What you will learn
You'll develop your understanding of child development from birth to five years.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver activities that support children's learning and play.
You'll study safeguarding procedures and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll cover health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
You'll develop skills in observing and assessing children's progress.
You'll learn about inclusive practice and how to support children with additional needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Exeter College combined with assessed practice in an early years setting. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of your practice with children, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll need to complete a set number of hours working with children as part of the qualification. An initial assessment will confirm that Level 3 is the right starting point for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: how to become a nursery practitioner in a registered setting
Room leader: leading a room within a nursery or preschool
Preschool worker: supporting children's learning in a preschool environment
Childminder: self-employed childcare for children in your own home
Early years teaching assistant: supporting teachers in Reception or Year 1
Forest school assistant: outdoor learning support for young children
Family support worker: working with families and young children in the community
What you could study next
Level 5 Early Childhood Studies Degree (Foundation Degree): a natural next step if you want to move into senior or management roles in early years settings.
Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons): a full degree for those aiming toward leadership, advisory, or specialist roles.
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): for those who want to lead practice and work toward qualified teacher recognition in early years settings.
