This qualification has been designed as part of a two-year, full-time study programme for learners who are intending to go onto further study in the childcare or education sector. It supports access to a range of higher education courses if taken as part of a programme of study that includes another BTEC or A Level alongside it. This course holds relevant UCAS points that range from 32-112 points depending on the overall grade achieved at the end of this course. As a special feature, this course has been designed and approved with Early Years Educator status. This means students must complete the 750 hours practical work placement compulsory element to be counted in the staff ratio requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework should they enter the world of work immediately after completing this course. Students will gain first-hand experience working with children age between 0 to 8 years in three different professional settings. Throughout the course students will actively engage in the processes of children's development and play in order to develop as effective and independent students. They will understand aspects of personal development, in the early years sector and early education, through investigation and evaluation of a range of services and organisations. Each student will be supported to develop a critical and analytical approach to problem solving within childcare and early years sectors. They will examine the issues which affect the nature and quality of child development, including appreciation of diversity and cultural issues. There will be opportunities to develop an awareness of the influences on an individual’s health and wellbeing as well as the importance of motivation and support when working with children. Year 12: Students will complete unit 1,2, 3, 5, 6, 11 in order to progress to Year 13. Unit 1 and 2 are compulsory exams. Students also need to have completed a total of 450 hours of a total of 750 hours work experience to gain their Early Years Educator status. Each unit is subject to an external verification process. Year 13: Students will complete their remaining 300 hours work experience and complete the last 4 units; 8, 7,9 & 10. They will also have to complete their work experience portfolio. All 10 units must be successfully completed in order to achieve Early Years Educator status.
Grade 4 in GCSE English Language/Literature.
1 Children’s Development 120 Mandatory External 2 Development of Children’s Communication, Literacy and Numeracy Skills 120 Mandatory External 3 Play and learning 60 Mandatory Internal 5 Keeping Children Safe 60 Mandatory Internal 6 Children’s Physical Development, Care and Health Needs 60 Mandatory Internal 7 Children’s Personal, Social and Emotional Development 60 Mandatory Internal 8 Working with Parents and Others in Early Years 60 Mandatory Internal 9 Observation, Assessment and Planning 60 Mandatory and Synoptic Internal 10 Reflective Practice 60 Mandatory and Synoptic Internal 11 The Early Years Foundation Stage 60 Mandatory Internal
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Kingston Lane, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 6YT |
This qualification has been designed as part of a two-year, full-time study programme for learners who are intending to go onto further study in the childcare or education sector. It supports access to a range of higher education courses if taken as part of a programme of study that includes another BTEC or A Level alongside it. This course holds relevant UCAS points that range from 32-112 points depending on the overall grade achieved at the end of this course. As a special feature, this course has been designed and approved with Early Years Educator status. This means students must complete the 750 hours practical work placement compulsory element to be counted in the staff ratio requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework should they enter the world of work immediately after completing this course. Students will gain first-hand experience working with children age between 0 to 8 years in three different professional settings. Throughout the course students will actively engage in the processes of children's development and play in order to develop as effective and independent students. They will understand aspects of personal development, in the early years sector and early education, through investigation and evaluation of a range of services and organisations. Each student will be supported to develop a critical and analytical approach to problem solving within childcare and early years sectors. They will examine the issues which affect the nature and quality of child development, including appreciation of diversity and cultural issues. There will be opportunities to develop an awareness of the influences on an individual’s health and wellbeing as well as the importance of motivation and support when working with children. Year 12: Students will complete unit 1,2, 3, 5, 6, 11 in order to progress to Year 13. Unit 1 and 2 are compulsory exams. Students also need to have completed a total of 450 hours of a total of 750 hours work experience to gain their Early Years Educator status. Each unit is subject to an external verification process. Year 13: Students will complete their remaining 300 hours work experience and complete the last 4 units; 8, 7,9 & 10. They will also have to complete their work experience portfolio. All 10 units must be successfully completed in order to achieve Early Years Educator status.
Grade 4 in GCSE English Language/Literature.
1 Children’s Development 120 Mandatory External 2 Development of Children’s Communication, Literacy and Numeracy Skills 120 Mandatory External 3 Play and learning 60 Mandatory Internal 5 Keeping Children Safe 60 Mandatory Internal 6 Children’s Physical Development, Care and Health Needs 60 Mandatory Internal 7 Children’s Personal, Social and Emotional Development 60 Mandatory Internal 8 Working with Parents and Others in Early Years 60 Mandatory Internal 9 Observation, Assessment and Planning 60 Mandatory and Synoptic Internal 10 Reflective Practice 60 Mandatory and Synoptic Internal 11 The Early Years Foundation Stage 60 Mandatory Internal