Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)(QCF)

What does the qualification cover? The CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) prepares learners 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. Who is it suitable for? This qualification is suitable for a range of learners, either working or wishing to work at a supervisory level in the children and young people's workforce. Aim suitable as a Main Aim or Technical Certificate within an Apprenticeship Applicants should have or achieve Level 2 Functional Skills in English and mathematics upon achieving this qualification in order to be counted in the staff:child ratios.

You will be working, volunteering, or on practical placement to show competence in both knowledge & skills. A minimum of 350 placement hours required. During placement, learners will need support from a professional within the real work environment who will be required to complete professional development records. All learners who achieve an Early Years Educator qualification will need Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths to count in the ratios at level 3 in childcare settings.

Internet access, laptop computer.

You will be assessed by your Trainer Assessor using a range of methods. This will include direct observation in the workplace, professional discussion, a portfolio of evidence and written assignments uploaded to an e-portfolio and recognised prior learning,