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Learn about the legislation and guidance which governs Early Years. Plan and implement physical care plans & promote healthy lifestyles.
Theory and philosophical approaches, supporting children through transitions, self regulation, holistic development and ensuring the EYFS requirements are met.
Promoting positive behaviour, enabling play environments, support developing speech, language & communication, numeracy and literacy development.
Understanding legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures including online safety and Prevent Duty within the Early Years setting.
Know the importance of continuous professional development and becoming a reflective practitioner, including how to develop personal development plans to support career progression.
Understanding the principles of partnership working in relation to current frameworks. Ensuring equality, diversity & inclusion including cultural capital.
Understanding the role of early intervention to identify children’s needs and strategies in supporting children.
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Clear answers on enrolling, entry requirements and what to expect on the L3 Diploma for Early Years Care and Education.
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Book ConsultationYou must already be working in an Early Years setting. Your employer contacts us and completes a few forms, then we send a self-registration link so you can add your details to our e-portfolio, followed by an onboarding meeting to confirm everything is correct.
Our Early Years apprenticeships can be started at any time.
You'll need to be working in an Early Years setting to meet work experience requirements for ages 0–5, a letter from your employer confirming placement hours, to be 16 or over, and an enhanced DBS check. A minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy (or equivalent) is recommended.
The Level 2 Early Years Practitioner is likely a better starting point, offering hands-on experience, structured training, and a nationally recognised qualification with mentorship along the way.
This qualification counts in ratio at Level 3, enabling roles such as Nursery Teacher, Room Leader or Manager. Graduates have gone on to become Nursery Owners, Nursery Managers, Deputy Managers, Room Leaders and Early Years Educators.
You'll have the opportunity to study Functional Skills English and Maths alongside the course. English is recommended since it's counted in EYFS staff:child ratios; Maths is not an EYFS requirement.
The standard time for the L3 Early Years Educator is 8–12 months.
The course runs alongside your everyday job, with some outside learning expected in your personal time, as this is an L3 equivalent to an A-level.
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Talk to our team about funding, start dates and the right route for you or your staff. No obligation.
