The Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) (QCF) is an Ofqual regulated qualification and accredited by City and Guilds, the top UK awarding body. The online course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills required when working with babies, toddlers and young children up to five years old.

Learners must be at least 16 years old, and they must secure a relevant work placement for observations to take place during the course. This can be paid or voluntary, and on a part-time or full-time basis.

We recommend reading the course specification to go through the units, guided learning hours and credits. This will outline exactly what you will be expected to study in order to achieve the Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator).

This qualification requires assessment of both competence and knowledge. Throughout your Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) course, you will be assessed through a variety of methods:

• Written assignments and coursework
• Having a manager or colleague complete a witness testimony of tasks completed in a workplace
• Direct observations of you carrying out work-related tasks
• Professional discussions over the phone
• Supplying us with work product evidence.

There is a huge range of job opportunities for people with the Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) QCF. Our childcare qualifications can help you find work as a:

• Early years practitioner
• Early years educator
• Nursery nurse
• Childminder
• SureStart worker
• Preschool advisor

Scroll up now to buy this course, that will enhance your Competence and knowledge, add value to your CV and the skills you can offer to an employer as well as increasing your earnings.