This T-level is the new gold standard qualification and is ideal for those who want to work in a childcare setting. The course comes with a licence to practice allowing students, on completion of the course, to enter directly into the workplace. Alternatively students may use the completion of the qualification to access university to study Early Years, Primary Education, Special Educational Needs and many more related courses,. This two-year, full time course consists of three days in the classroom and two days on mandatory work placement. This means you will gain the knowledge and skills required to become a successful childcare practitioner, putting class theory into practice in an interesting and supportive environment. Throughout the course you will gain essential knowledge about how children grow and develop, the provision of care, education systems and how best to work with parents and professionals alike.
The course consists of time studying the core knowledge based aspects in college and, as practical work placements are an integral part of the course, you will spend time in child care and educational settings.
The course is delivered over 2 years including both core and occupational specific content.
You will learn about children’s growth and development, how to care for and educate children, about working with their parents and other professionals.
5+ GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, from the core subjects including, English Language and Maths.
This course requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will be asking students to bring the necessary details to their enrolment appointment to complete this.
Primary schools or nurseries, also ask that we check the student’s suitability to work with young children. Therefore, we will be requesting a reference from a student’s current school.
