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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Early Years Education Course in Solihull

Cost£3,000.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOPENCOLLNETWESTMID
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About this course

Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma: (Early Years Education) Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre, part-time during the day, over one year. The access to higher education diploma: (early years education) qualification is designed to prepare you for degree-level study in early years, education, or related fields. You'll need GCSE grade C/4 or above in both English Language and Mathematics to enrol. The course covers the knowledge and skills universities expect at Level 4. It is recognised by UK universities as a route into higher education.

Who this course is for

The Access to HE Diploma is a full Level 3 qualification designed to prepare adult learners for entry into Higher Education (HE). Highly respected and acknowledged throughout both the Further Education (FE) and HE sectors, Access to HE Diplomas provide the knowledge and skills needed to progress to Level 4 study at University or College and enable learners who may be lacking in confidence, or who have other commitments to succeed in Higher Education

The aim of this particular qualification is to prepare learners to work with children between birth and eight years in an educational setting.

Entry requirements

  • GCSE C/4 English Language
  • GCSE C/4 Mathematics

What you will learn

  • You'll explore child development theories and how they apply to early years practice.
  • You'll study the principles of early years education and care.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university-level study.
  • You'll examine safeguarding, inclusion, and equality in early years settings.
  • You'll analyse educational policy and its impact on young children and families.
  • You'll build skills in critical thinking and evidence-based argument.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Solihull College And University Centre. You'll learn through a mix of taught sessions, guided reading, and written assignments. Assessment is through coursework and written assignments completed throughout the year. There are no formal exams. Your work is assessed against the requirements of the Access to Higher Education Diploma framework.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College And University Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery Practitioner: work in early years settings with children aged 0 - 5
  • Nursery Room Leader: lead a room within a nursery or childcare setting
  • Teaching Assistant: support children's learning in primary school classrooms
  • Early Years Educator: deliver care and education in nurseries and pre-schools
  • Childcare Worker: provide day-to-day care in a range of childcare settings
  • Family Support Worker: work with families and young children in community roles

What you could study next

This qualification is designed to take you into higher education. Most learners go on to a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education, a Foundation Degree in Early Years, or a BA in Education Studies at university. Some progress to a Primary Education degree with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The level 3 access to higher education diploma: (early years education) qualification is recognised by universities across the UK as meeting entry requirements for these degree programmes.

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