42%
Internally assessed
Are you interested in working with children and young people then this could be a good choice for you. It allows you to explore a range of topics that build your understanding of child development, play and learning for children and keeping children safe. The course allows you to develop your knowledge and understanding as well as preparing you for further study or employment as you develop research and application skills as well as a range of personal skills that prepare you for working alongside other professionals and children.
The course comprises four units including Children’s Development, Keeping Children Safe, Play & Learning and Research and Reflective Practice in an Early Childhood Setting
Pearson
You must have 5 qualifications at level 2 /GCSE at grade 4/pass or above including English or Maths.
It is important to note that there is no requirement for candidates to have studied the qualification at Level 2, before progressing to a Level 3 course.
We believe in providing access based on potential and commitment. These entry requirements will be discussed in detail with students on an individual basis during the application process.
BTEC
| Planning and observation | |
| Communication | |
| Play based learning: using play to foster creativity, exploration, and development | |
| Behaviour management | |
| Research skills | |
| Patience and resilience | |
| Teamwork | |
| Flexibility and adaptability | |
| Critical thinking and problem solving | |
| Reflective practice |
You will study four units across the two years. Two of the units are internally assessed and worth 50% of the overall grade. Two units are externally assessed and worth 50% of the overall grade.
This qualification is a great foundation for a wide range of careers, It supports students to go onto direct employment or further study in education, early years and childcare, children’s health and social care and community and play settings.