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Childcare and Education courses

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Our Childcare and Education part-time courses are ideal for adult learners who want to make a positive impact on children’s learning and development.

Designed to fit around your existing commitments, these flexible programs provide practical skills and knowledge to support children in educational settings. Whether you’re starting your journey or aiming to progress in the sector, our courses offer a clear pathway to a rewarding and meaningful career.

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Introduction to Early Years Settings – Level 1
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Support Staff Academy (BELP) – Level 2
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NCFE CACHE Early Years Practitioner – Level 2
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NCFE CACHE Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings – Level 2
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NCFE CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) – Level 3
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NCFE Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges – Level 4
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NCFE Advanced Practitioner in the Early Years – Level 4
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Childcare and Early Years (Skills Bootcamp) – Level 3
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Preparing to Teach (Skills Bootcamp) – Level 3
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Award in Education and Training (AET) – Level 3
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Supporting Teaching and Learning – Level 2
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Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties – Level 2
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Training Assessment Quality Assurance (TAQA) – Level 3
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Training Assessment Quality Assurance (TAQA) – Level 4
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Paediatric First Aid – Level 3
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Principles of Special Educational Needs – Level 3
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University Centre Middlesbrough helps you develop the skills, qualifications and experience that make you stand out. Our career-focused university programmes and excellent relationships with local, regional and national employers ensure you are ready for the world of work.

UCM delivers flexible study options study options to balance study with work, family and life, and courses are validated by the Open University and Pearson Education.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a great way to get the career you want, and allow you to earn while you learn and gain hands-on experience in a real working environment. Northern Skills is the apprenticeship and training arm of Middlesbrough College and we deliver over 100 different apprenticeships across the North East and Yorkshire.

As an apprentice you will learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills whilst gaining a qualification and earning a wage. You will gain invaluable insight into the world of work and pick up key skills that future employers want.

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