Early Years | NCFE Certificate in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) | Level 3
Why this course?
Our early years department has an excellent track record of student progression to employment or University. You will learn about caring for children from birth to seven years of age, linking classroom theory with hands-on experience through regular work placements. This experience will provide you with the skills and confidence required for this challenging and rewarding industry. On completion of the second year of Level 3, you will have Early Years Educator status, allowing you to go into employment as an early years worker or apply for university to study teaching or childhood studies.
- Fantastic links with local hospitals, pre-schools and schools
- Work placements provide practical experience
- Inspirational guest speakers
- High progression rate to employment
Start dates
| Start | |
|---|---|
| August 2023 | Apply |
Entry requirements
At least four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English and maths.
Plus two references; one academic, one working with children; and an enhanced DBS.
If you do not have these grades, we have options for you. You can start on the Level 1, or Level 2 Diploma.
Course content
Topics include:
- Child development and supporting physical care
- Supporting children’s play
- Safe environments
- Healthy lifestyles
- Legislation
- Two days per week in work placement
About this course
- You will benefit from high-quality work placement opportunities in a range of settings, experiencing multiple aspects of early years.
- This course offers high levels of progression to employment and apprenticeships.
- Hear from inspirational guest speakers and experience industry related trips and visits.
- Our industry-experienced teaching staff are passionate about their areas of expertise and are committed to helping you to attain your learning goals and meet your personal aims.
Facilities
- Access to quality teaching resources, rooms and studios
- Online access to course documents, resources and study support through the MET’s virtual learning environment
- Library and computing facilities
- Access to the MET’s student services, including career advice and additional learning support
- Cafés and coffee bars with a wide range of reasonably priced meals, snacks and drinks
- A travel agency and a hair and beauty salon, which are both, open to the public and offer exceptional value
What's next?
After completing Year 1 of this Certificate in Childcare and Education (EYE) most students progress to Year 2, studying the Diploma in Childcare and Education (EYE). Upon completion of Year 2 most students go out to employment in a nursery, primary school or as a nanny or go on to university studying teaching or childhood studies.
You will need to complete 2 years to gain the Diploma and progress straight to work. Alternatively you can complete the Certificate (year 1) alone to gain UCAS points towards a place at University, this would be calculated alongside other subjects you already have.
Future careers
- Nursery worker
- Nanny
- Nursery nurse
- Teaching assistant
- Primary school teacher
- Social worker
- Children's holiday rep
Course Costs
Course fees
This course is free (you do not have to pay fees) if:
- You are a UK citizen, hold EU Settlement Status or have a visa which could qualify you for home status.
- AND you are under 19 on 31 August in the year you are studying.
More information about fees for college courses and financial support for 16-19 year olds can be found here. Please speak to our Admissions team if you have any further queries: admissions@gbmc.ac.uk | 01273 667704
Course is free if you meet the following criteria
If you will be aged 19-23 when your course begins and you have not already achieved a full Level 3 or higher, you may not have to pay any fees. For more information, please speak to our Admissions team: admissions@gbmc.ac.uk | 01273 667704
Lifetime Skills Guarantee
The Lifetime Skills Guarantee is part of the government's National Skills Fund, designed to help adults to gain the skills they need for employment and to improve their job prospects.
This courses may be free for you if:
- You are 19+
- This is your first full Level 3 qualification
- You are unemployed (or earn less than £345 per month) and are in receipt of benefits
- You are employed and have an annual gross income less than £18,525
For more information, please visit the government website or speak to our Admissions team: admissions@gbmc.ac.uk | 01273 667704
Advanced Learner Loan
You may be eligible to apply for a loan to meet the course costs of your qualification fees. This is paid directly to the College on your behalf. For more information about Advanced Learner Loans, please click here.
Additional Fees
You will have to purchase a t-shirt for your placement uniform costing £10 and it is advised you purchase a textbook costing £25.
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