• LevelLevel 3
  • FT/PTPT
  • Age group19+
  • Duration18 Months
  • Awarding bodyCACHE

Overview

The aim of this qualification is to prepare students to become early years educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years.

Upon achievement of this qualification it is intended that learners will be able to enter the workforce as early years educators.

Course Information

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For more information call Course Information on
01642 333333 or email courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk.

Modules offered may vary.

Modules will include:

  • Supporting Healthy Lifestyles for Children
  • Physical Care Routines
  • Emotional Well-Being
  • Support Children Who are Unwell
  • Safeguarding
  • Health and Safety
  • Equality and Diversity
  • Partnership Working
  • Value of Play
  • Enabling Environments
  • Literacy Skills
  • Mathematical Skills
  • Transitions
  • Child Development
  • Assessing and Planning for Childrens Needs

Wednesday, 6pm - 8pm

Various start dates available throughout the year.

Entry requirements

You must have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skills English.   Before you commence on the course you will be expected to complete an English and maths assessment.

If you are not employed in an early years setting you will need access to a relevant work placement. You must bring confirmation of the work placement when you enrol.

Experience within childcare or a Level 2 Childcare qualification is desirable but not essential however this would be of benefit to learners who wish to undertake this course

You will undertake and require a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check).

You will be observed in the workplace by a college assessor who will mark your performance against the assessment criteria of the qualification/unit in which you are working towards.

A variety of assessment methods will be used which will include assignment work, questions, professional discussion, longitudinal study and reflective accounts.

Assessment is continuous throughout the course.

Upon completion of this course you can progress onto the Fd Early Years course or the Fd Working with Children & Young People course.

The College Careers Service is available to all our students. We can help you when deciding which course or option you wish to take. During your course we ensure you develop employability skills and gain relevant experience. We provide information, advice and support when completing your course and progressing to work or going into higher education. When applying for university we can provide support with the UCAS application and Student Finance.

£2,882

Tuition fees are free if you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course.

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be required to pay fees depending on your residency status, educational background and personal circumstances.

Level 3 Entitlement: If you are aged 19 - 23 on the start date of the course and this is your first full Level 3 qualification the course is free.

Advanced Learner Loan: If you are aged 19-23 and this is not your first full Level 3 qualification or you are aged 24 or over on the start date of the course, you will have to pay fees. However, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. You can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from Student Finance England (SFE) to fund all or part of the fee. For information on Advanced Learning Loans go to www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/.
Please note any fee shown excludes any additional costs to learners for any necessary equipment, materials, uniforms or any visit/residential that learners are required to participate in.

Please click the apply now button at the top of this page which will take you to an application form to apply for A Levels, or you can download a full time course application here and print it out, complete the form and send it to the College. You only need to apply once for A Level programmes. After receiving your application form you will be invited to attend an informal interview where you will have a chance to discuss which specific A Level subjects you would like to enrol on.

 

If you have any queries with regards to your application or you would like further information and support, please contact our Admissions Team on (01642) 333601. Or if you have any enquiries about courses, please contact Course Information on (01642) 333333 or e-mail CourseInformation@mbro.ac.uk.

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Learning Support

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Financial Support

Whatever your age or level of study, we offer a comprehensive financial support service and bursary scheme to help you through your time at Middlesbrough College. From childcare assistance to travel packages, we pride ourselves on giving expert advice and support.

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Travel Information

We are situated in a fantastic location, just a stone’s throw from Middlesbrough town centre. As well as being a matter of minutes from both the train and bus stations, eligible students can also benefit from free travel.

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