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Who is this course for?
This qualification is designed for learners preparing to become early years educators.

Entry Requirements
This qualification requires learners to complete a mandatory work/industry placement experience throughout the duration of the qualification, before certification. The total number of mandatory work placement hours is a minimum of 300 hours; however, it is recommended that learners undertake 350 hours where possible.

What you will learn
The aim of this qualification is to prepare learners to become early years educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to five years and gain knowledge of children aged five to seven years.Upon achievement of this qualification, it is in Throughout this course, you will: - Gain in-depth knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and health & safety. - Learn how to create engaging learning environments and support play-based learning. - Develop communication, leadership, and teamwork skills essential for early years practice. - Complete a minimum of 300 work placement hours, applying your learning in real-world settings. This qualification meets the Department for Education’s Early Years Educator (DfE EYE) criteria, preparing you for roles such as Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or Pre-School Leader.

How you will learn
Learners will gain knowledge via presentations, demonstrations, group discussions, question and answer sessions and practical exercises.

What will you need to bring
A notepad and pen. You may need to purchase a corresponding book to support your learning

How you will be assessed
This qualification will be internally assessed using a range of methods including observations in the workplace to capture skills outcomes, and written evidence highlighting knowledge outcomes and understanding of the topics through tasks set by the tutors.

Where next?
You can progress into further education or higher education degrees.

What we expect from you
You are required to attend every session. The minimum required attendance for this course is 85%. Anything below this attendance will be reviewed by the Curriculum Development Manager and you may be withdrawn from the course and the outstanding course fees will still be payable. Please see our terms and conditions for more information. Havering Adult College requires its learners and staff to uphold the following good behaviour principles: -Act in a way that would not upset or offend others - Treat all staff and all other learners with respect at all times - Use appropriate language and not make remarks likely to offend; either verbally, in writing on or via social media - Attend regularly and arrive on time - If you are unable to attend or arrive on time, you must inform us by emailing your teacher or phoning 01708 434955 option 1, option 2 - Follow Health and Safety guidelines for the venue and those specifically related to the course you are attending - Turn off mobile phones whilst in class (except in an emergency) - Actively promote British values