Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator)

Inspire London College Ltd

Assignment based assessment

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Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Early years Education and Care (Early years Educator) /Early years/ Nursery nurse/ Teaching /RQF Early Learning Childcare

Become a certified Early Years Educator and play a crucial role in shaping the future of young children with the Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care. This Ofqual-regulated qualification is specifically designed for individuals who are passionate about supporting child development in early years settings such as nurseries, preschools, primary schools, and childcare centres.

This qualification is ideal for those looking to start or enhance a rewarding career in early childhood education, focusing on the essential knowledge, skills, and practical competencies required to support children from birth to 5 years old.

Course Modules of Level 3 Diploma in Early years Education and Care

• Supporting healthy lifestyles for children through food, nutrition and exercise
• Supporting physical care routines for children and for unwell children
• Promoting children’s emotional well-being, social and emotional development
• Understanding the needs of the mother and baby pre-conception, during pregnancy and the first year of life
• The role of the Early Years practitioner
• Legislation relating to Early Years practice
• Working in partnership
• Supporting children through play in Early Years
• Developing the literacy, mathematical and communication skills of children
• Understand the needs of the child in preparing for school
• Understanding children’s cognitive development
• Promoting the physical development of children
• Supporting children with additional needs
• Using studies and tools to promote the development of children
• Professional Development for Early Years Educators

Assessment & Accreditation:

• Assessment is through internally marked coursework and assignments
• Externally verified by Qualifi Ltd
• Based on achieving learning outcomes and assessment criteria
• Upon completion, learners receive a regulated certificate and transcript

Awarding Body – Qualifi Ltd

Qualifi is an Ofqual-regulated awarding body (RN5160) renowned for its rigorous quality standards and global recognition. Inspire London College is proud to deliver fully accredited RQF qualifications through Qualifi, ensuring both credibility and career progression opportunities.

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Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care

This course is suitable for:

• Aspiring early years educators

• Childcare and nursery staff

• Preschool and reception class assistants

• Parents or caregivers interested in child development

• Career changers entering childcare or education

• Learners who have completed theLevel 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner and want to progress

To enrol in this Level 3 Early Years Diploma, learners must:

• Do you hold a Level 2 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or a related field?
• Are you currently working or planning to work in nurseries, pre-schools, childcare settings, or early years education?
• Do you want to develop practical skills in child development, safeguarding, learning through play, behaviour management, and inclusive education?
• Be 18 years or older
• Hold a Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience in child care
• Possess ICT skills and a good standard of English
• Non-native English speakers must provide evidence of English language proficiency

• Early years Practitioner – ~ £18,000–£22,000 per year

• Nursery Assistant – ~ £17,000–£20,000 per year

• Teaching Assistant (Early years Settings) – ~ £18,000–£21,000 per year

• Pathway to Level 4/5 qualifications or Early Childhood Degree – opens opportunities for Senior Early Years Educator / Room Leader roles ~ (£22,000–£30,000+) per year