Level 3 Diploma In Early Learning and Childcare (Early Years Educator) Qualification – closed for registrations

Assessment requirements

Portfolio of Evidence, Practical demonstration/Assignment

Aims and objectives of the qualification

This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to work in the Early Years sector in England. It provides the knowledge and skills required for Early Years Educators. This qualification meets the full and relevant criteria set by the National College for Teaching and Leadership.

Progression opportunities

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress into employment working with children from 0 to 5 years in roles such as Early Years Educator, nursery nurse, child minder, preschool assistant. Learners could also progress to further study or training such as:

• IAO Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England) (RQF)

Entry guidance

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and over.

It is suitable for those who work or want to work within the Early Years sector in England and provides learners with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and competence to care for children from birth to five years.

To count in the ratios defined in the EYFS at Level 3, learners must hold a full and relevant Early Years Educator qualification and a Level 2 qualification in English and maths. GCSEs are no longer the only recognised qualifications and now includes functional skills.