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Free Level 3 Early Years Educator Course in Harrow

CostFREE
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) Course in Harrow. Classes run at Stanmore College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 18 months, giving you time to study alongside other commitments. You'll cover child development, safeguarding, health and safety, and how to support children's learning across different settings. This working in the early years sector qualification is recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios, making it a direct route into nursery work.

Who this course is for

The Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) NCFE CACHE Diploma Level 3 is a comprehensive course designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to work in early years education.

You will explore a range of topics, including child development, safeguarding, health and safety, and promoting positive behaviour. This qualification focuses on developing your understanding of how to support children’s learning and development in a variety of early years settings.

Throughout the course, you will gain practical experience working with children. You will learn how to plan and deliver activities that meet the needs of all children, including those with additional needs. You will also learn how to assess children’s progress and communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.

A minimum of 350 placement hours covering ages 0-5 is required for this course, with professional development records.

By the end of the course you will have the qualifications required to work such as nursery worker, teaching assistant, or early years practitioner.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of child development from birth to five years.
  • You'll learn how to support children's learning and development in early years settings.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
  • You'll explore health, safety, and wellbeing in early years environments.
  • You'll learn how to promote positive behaviour in young children.
  • You'll build knowledge of inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs.
  • You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents and carers.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Stanmore College, combining taught input with practical tasks. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in an early years setting, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll also complete a work placement as part of the course, which is a requirement of the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stanmore College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery practitioner, working directly with children aged 0 to 5
  • Room leader, taking responsibility for a nursery room or age group
  • Early years teaching assistant, supporting learning in Reception classes
  • Childminder, running your own registered childcare setting
  • Playgroup worker, supporting children in community play settings
  • Family support worker, helping families access early years services

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or Early Years: moves you toward senior and management roles in early years settings.
  • Early Childhood Studies degree (BA): a university route for those wanting to deepen their knowledge or move into advisory, research, or policy roles.
  • Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): for those wanting to lead learning and development in early years as a qualified teacher.
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