What does this qualification cover?
The Level 3 Applied General Award for Early Years, Childcare and Education enables learners to develop knowledge and understanding of child development, education and care, which will allow them to progress to study in further education, higher education or join the workplace as an apprentice. This qualification is the equivalent, in size and rigour, to that of an AS level.
In this qualification learners will develop an understanding of:
- diverse childcare settings and the role of the childcare professional
- roles, responsibilities, skills and attributes for working in childcare settings
- types and functions of childcare services
- significant milestones and relevant theories related to human development.
In this qualification learners will develop practical skills and techniques in:
- teamwork and partnership building
- professional and personal development
- communication
- evaluation
- research
- analysis
- reflection.
What are the entry requirements? Learners must be aged 16 or over.
How is it assessed?
Learners must complete a portfolio of evidence for all units, achieving a minimum Pass grade for each one. External assessment: Learners must achieve a minimum Pass grade in two externally-set exams
How is the qualification graded? Pass/Merit/Distinction/Distinction
How long will it take to complete this qualification? 6 months to complete.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification? No
What related qualifications can you progress to?
The Level 3 Applied General Certificate for Early Years, Childcare and Education enables learners to prepare for employment in job roles such as:
- Assistant in children’s centres
- Practitioner in day nurseries
- Practitioner in nursery schools
- Practitioner in reception classes in primary schools
- Pre-school worker
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