Early Years & Childcare
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector
Course Highlights
- Qualification Level: Level 3
- Qualification: NCFE CACHE
- Qualification Number: 610/6133/5
- Total Credits: 128
- Guided Learning: 1,154 hours
- Total Qualification Time: 1,284 hours
- Work Placement: Minimum 365 hours
- Assessment: Portfolio of evidence
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Initial Deposit £250
11 Monthly Instalments
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Delivery Mode
Online Distance Learning
Duration
12–18 Months Flexible Study
Qualification
NCFE CACHE Level 3
Tutor Support
Dedicated Tutor Support
Assessment
Portfolio of Evidence Internally Assessed
About This Course
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator) prepares learners to support babies and young children from birth to 5 years.
The qualification meets the Department for Education’s Early Years Educator criteria and is mapped to occupational standard ST0135. Successful learners may work as an Early Years Educator and, subject to statutory requirements, be included in staff-to-child ratios.
Study combines professional knowledge, reflective practice and substantial experience in an early years setting.
Course Units
- 1. Introduction to the role of the early years educator
- 2. Holistic child development
- 3. Children with SEND
- 4. Effective communication in an early years setting
- 5. Safeguarding and welfare requirements
- 6. Health, wellbeing and safety
- 7. Promoting an effective early years curriculum
- 8. Assessment of children’s learning and development
- 9. Understanding play for learning and holistic development
- 10. Partnership working
- 11. Reflection and supervision in an early years setting
- 12. Learner-led enquiry in an early years setting
- 13. Sustainable practice in an early years setting
- 14. Neuroscience for early years practice
- 15. The early years educator as an advocate for children with SEND
- 16. Enabling play environments in an early years setting
Entry Requirements
- Learners must be aged 16 or over
- ELC entry guidance: To be confirmed
- Placement arrangements: To be confirmed by ELC
- Delivery mode: To be confirmed by ELC
- Course duration: To be confirmed by ELC
What You Will Learn
- Holistic child development and learning
- Safeguarding, welfare, health and safety
- Inclusive practice for children with SEND
- Play, curriculum and enabling environments
- Assessment, communication and partnership working
- Reflective, sustainable and evidence-informed practice
Career Opportunities
Early Years Educator
Nursery Practitioner
Pre-school Practitioner
Room Leader
Family Support Worker
Special Educational Needs Support
Professional Development
Student Journey
Enroll
Access Learning Materials
Study & Complete Assignment
Submit Assignment
Achieve Your Diploma
Career Progression
Assessment
Portfolio of evidence
Student Support & Learning Resources
NCFE CACHE Qualification
Flexible Learning Options
Dedicated Tutor Support
Interactive Learning Resources
Academic and Progress Support
Digital Learning Resources
Wellbeing and Progress Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
The official minimum age is 16.
The qualification is internally assessed through a portfolio of evidence and externally quality assured.
Learners must complete a minimum of 365 work-placement hours. NCFE recommends 415 hours where possible.
Delivery mode and duration must be confirmed with the Essex & London College Admissions Team.
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