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Childcare & Early Years Education

Foundation T level Programme Early Years Practitioner - N116

12 Quays Full Time Level 2

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The aim of this qualification is to prepare students to work with children between birth and five years with knowledge of children up to seven years or to progress onto the CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (EYE) or the CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce.

Course Details

The course is rewarding, challenging and requires a great deal of commitment and motivation. Placement experience is an integral part of the course In order to aid holistic delivery and assessment the units are structured around the following four themes:

  • Theme 1: Introducing the role of the Early Years Practitioner
  • Theme 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
  • Theme 3: Play, development and learning for school
  • Theme 4: Professional development

Placements are required for achievement of this qualification. A minimum of 250 placement hours is required. Placements will be undertaken in at least 2 different settings to cover the age ranges.

Entry Guidelines

This is a Study Programme and applicants must be 16 or 17 years of age when applying (on or before 31st August)*. This is Government Guidelines.

Relevant Level 1 qualification or a minimum of 4 GCSEs including English Language Grade 4/C and 3 GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above (including maths).

Applicants should be ready to complete a work placement

Collect information required for a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Satisfactory interview, assessment, school report and a positive references from your last place of education or training.

If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.

Equipment Required

To learn effectively on your course you will need to use certain items of equipment and undertake particular activities as part of your studies. To further enhance your learning experience the following will be required: Uniform £30 Disclosure and Barring Service Check Certificate £44 If you need support with these costs, don't worry, click on the link below and complete a bursary application form. https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans Equipment purchased will be yours to keep and you will be able to use them for practice at home and in your future career. N.B. prices correct as of 23/06/2021

Assessment Method

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. This could include direct observation within the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task set by CACHE*.

Additional Information

At interview you will need to:

  • Show evidence of current or projected GCSE results.
  • Demonstrate level 1 English in the assessment and interview which includes speaking, listening, reading and writing.
  • Complete a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).
  • Show that you are motivated, committed and have excellent punctuality and attendance.
  • Provide your school report and reference.
  • Present a Record of Achievement from your last school.


Are you aged 16-18?
Study programmes are full-time courses for 16-18 year olds which include:

  • A qualification such as BTEC Extended Diploma
  • Meaningful work experience or preparation for work
  • English and maths, if you don't already have GCSE grade A* - C or Grade 4 or above in English and maths
  • Non-study activities such as tutorials, voluntary work, fund-raising/charity work, sport or trips

Where can I progress to?
When you have successfully completed your course you may be able to progress (although not automatic and ensuring Level 3 entry requirements are met) into the CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator qualifications and other Level 3 qualifications relating to childcare. There are also many employment opportunities in the Childcare and Education sector, such as Nursery assistant, Classroom assistant, Pre-school assistant and Nanny.

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If you are aged 16-18:

Free

This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.

If you are aged 19 or over:

Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?

Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.

If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.

The fee quoted is for the academic year 23/24.

For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form

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