Free Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Course in Coventry. Evening early years practitioner classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. This City and Guilds level 3 early years practitioner qualification covers child development, safeguarding, learning through play, and supporting children from birth to five. Level 3 Early Years Educator is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, so completing it opens the door to roles that require a qualified practitioner on the team. The course runs for 153 hours part-time.
Who this course is for
Courses run termly on various days, times and venues in Coventry. Some courses may also be offered online. For detailed information regarding course content, venues, start dates, times and fees please visit our website: http//www.coventry.gov.uk/adulted from 01/08/2022 or select the "Go to course" option below.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of child development from birth to five years.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver play-based learning activities.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll explore how to support children's communication, language, and literacy.
You'll learn how to observe and assess children's progress.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents and carers.
You'll cover health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of your practice with children, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll be assessed on both your knowledge and your practical skills working with young children. Some elements may require placement hours in an early years setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Southfields Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: working directly with children in a nursery setting.
Room leader: leading a room within a nursery or pre-school.
Early years educator: counted in statutory staffing ratios at Level 3.
Pre-school assistant: supporting learning in a pre-school environment.
Childminder: registered self-employed childcare for young children.
Teaching assistant (EYFS): supporting reception and early years in schools.
Family support worker: working with families of young children.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner (City and Guilds): deepens your expertise and moves you toward senior or specialist roles in early years settings.
Early Childhood Studies degree: a full undergraduate route for those aiming toward leadership, management, or a career in education and research.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into training or mentoring roles within the sector.
