SubjectsEarly Years Educator

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry for Early Years Educator (Diploma) is ideal for students who are passionate about supporting the learning, development and wellbeing of young children. This qualification is approved by the Department for Education and enables students to become qualified Early Years Educators, preparing them for employment within the childcare sector or progression to higher education and further training.

Equivalent to 1.5 A Levels, this course can be studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications, allowing students to personalise their Sixth Form programme while gaining a recognised professional qualification. Students will combine classroom learning with practical experience, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work effectively with children from birth to five years old.

 

Course Outline

Throughout the two-year course, students will study:

  • Child development and learning

  • Safeguarding and child protection

  • Health, safety and wellbeing

  • Supporting children's play, learning and development

  • Professional practice in early years settings

  • Equality, diversity and inclusion

  • Working with parents, carers and other professionals

  • Observation, assessment and planning for children's learning

     

A key feature of the course is the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through a weekly work placement. Students will spend one day each week on placement with our work experience partner, Dean Close Little Trees Nurseries, applying their learning in a real early years environment and developing the practical skills employers are looking for.

All Saints’ Academy has been a place where I've been able to thrive in my academics and as a person as well. One thing that made me want to attend All Saints’ Sixth Form was the inclusivity and diversity of what makes the school shine.
Kirsten, Year 13