Level 3 Childcare and Education Course in Kidderminster. Classes run at Kidderminster College Main Campus. This full-time daytime childcare and education qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work with young children in early years settings. The course runs for 35 weeks. You'll study child development, safeguarding, learning through play, and how to support children's individual needs. This level 3 childcare and education certificate meets the requirements for the Early Years Educator role recognised in nursery staffing ratios. NCFE Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) with certificate.
Who this course is for
Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject
Entry requirements
please see our website for current details.
What you will learn
You'll understand how children develop physically, socially, and emotionally from birth to age five.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver activities that support children's learning and development.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe in early years settings.
You'll explore how to observe and assess children's progress and use findings to inform your practice.
You'll learn how to support children's communication, language, and literacy development.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kidderminster College Main Campus, combining taught lessons with practical work experience in early years settings. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of your practice, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll also complete a knowledge-based test. Work placement hours are a required part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kidderminster College Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery Practitioner: work in a nursery as a qualified Early Years Educator
Room Leader: lead a room within a nursery or pre-school setting
Pre-school Assistant: support children's learning in a pre-school
Childminder: work independently caring for children in your home
Early Years Teaching Assistant: support learning in a Reception class
Family Support Worker: help families with young children in the community
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare: move into management roles in early years or residential settings.
Early Childhood Studies Degree (BA): study child development and education at university level. The Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification supports entry to many early childhood degrees.
Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT): qualify as an Early Years Teacher, working with children from birth to five.
