Free Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Early Years Professional Leadership for England Course in Bromley. Classes run at London South East Colleges Orpington. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The Course covers leadership and management in early years settings, child development, and professional practice. It prepares you for senior roles in nursery and childcare settings. Check the college website for current entry requirements and start dates. Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma in Early Years Professional Leadership for England with certificate.
Who this course is for
Further information is available on our website
Entry requirements
Further information is available on our website
What you will learn
You'll develop leadership and management skills for early years settings.
You'll study child development theory and how to apply it in practice.
You'll learn how to plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality early years provision.
You'll explore safeguarding, inclusion, and equality in childcare environments.
You'll build skills in supporting and supervising early years teams.
You'll examine policy, legislation, and regulation that governs early years practice in England.
How you will learn
You'll study through classroom-based sessions at London South East Colleges Orpington. Assessment on a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma typically includes assignments, case studies, and portfolio evidence. You'll complete units that draw on both academic research and practical application in early years contexts. Full-time daytime attendance means you progress through the qualification in a structured, focused way.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges Orpington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery manager: lead and manage a nursery or childcare setting.
Room leader: oversee a room and supervise a small team of practitioners.
Early years SENCO: coordinate special educational needs support in a setting.
Deputy manager: support the manager and step in to lead the setting.
Children's centre coordinator: run programmes and services for families.
Early years consultant: advise settings on quality and compliance.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies: a degree that deepens your understanding of child development, research, and policy. Many universities recognise a Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma for entry.
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): if you want to work as a qualified teacher in early years settings, this is the route to explore after completing your Level 5 qualification.
Level 6 Leadership and Management qualifications: for those moving into senior management or multi-site roles.
