D6 T-Level in Early Years Education is taught by experienced teachers who bring invaluable industry expertise to the classroom. Students will delve into a comprehensive curriculum covering various aspects of early childhood education, including: • Understanding the Education and Early Years sector from ages 0 to 19 • Child development • Supporting children and young people’s education • Safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing • Understanding and managing behaviour • Observing and assessing children and young people • Equality and diversity • Special educational needs and disability • English as an additional language • Working with parents, carers, and wider families • Working with agencies and services supporting children, families, and carers • Reflective practice and professional development The program specialises in early years education, focusing on nurturing educators to be equipped to handle the unique needs of young learners. Industry Placements: Industry placements are facilitated by a network of Primary Schools across Blackburn with Darwen. Students will engage in 21 weeks (750 hours) of hands-on experience, gaining invaluable insight and practical skills in real-world settings. Employability Skills: Throughout the program, students will develop a range of employability skills, including communication, teamwork, problemsolving, and professionalism, enhancing their readiness for the workforce.
Entry criteria for the course require 5 x Grade 4 at GCSE, including English & Maths. For students who do not meet the entry criteria, there is an option to study a foundation year in preparation for T-Level as a 3-year 6th form. We are excited about the opportunities this program offers and look forward to guiding students on their journey towards becoming proficient and compassionate early years educators
Employer set brief Industry placement Occupational specialism Core final exam Core Paper Written examination 2.5 hours = 60% of grade Employer Set Project Externally set project 16 hours 30 minutes 40% Occupational Specialism component = There are three Occupational Specialist component(s) in this Technical Qualification. These components cover the Occupational Specialist knowledge and skills required to demonstrate threshold competence for the specialism. The Occupational Specialism is assessed by a skills-related project that assesses the Performance Outcome skills and associated underpinning knowledge.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Sudell Road, Darwen, BB3 3HD |
D6 T-Level in Early Years Education is taught by experienced teachers who bring invaluable industry expertise to the classroom. Students will delve into a comprehensive curriculum covering various aspects of early childhood education, including: • Understanding the Education and Early Years sector from ages 0 to 19 • Child development • Supporting children and young people’s education • Safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing • Understanding and managing behaviour • Observing and assessing children and young people • Equality and diversity • Special educational needs and disability • English as an additional language • Working with parents, carers, and wider families • Working with agencies and services supporting children, families, and carers • Reflective practice and professional development The program specialises in early years education, focusing on nurturing educators to be equipped to handle the unique needs of young learners. Industry Placements: Industry placements are facilitated by a network of Primary Schools across Blackburn with Darwen. Students will engage in 21 weeks (750 hours) of hands-on experience, gaining invaluable insight and practical skills in real-world settings. Employability Skills: Throughout the program, students will develop a range of employability skills, including communication, teamwork, problemsolving, and professionalism, enhancing their readiness for the workforce.
Entry criteria for the course require 5 x Grade 4 at GCSE, including English & Maths. For students who do not meet the entry criteria, there is an option to study a foundation year in preparation for T-Level as a 3-year 6th form. We are excited about the opportunities this program offers and look forward to guiding students on their journey towards becoming proficient and compassionate early years educators
Employer set brief Industry placement Occupational specialism Core final exam Core Paper Written examination 2.5 hours = 60% of grade Employer Set Project Externally set project 16 hours 30 minutes 40% Occupational Specialism component = There are three Occupational Specialist component(s) in this Technical Qualification. These components cover the Occupational Specialist knowledge and skills required to demonstrate threshold competence for the specialism. The Occupational Specialism is assessed by a skills-related project that assesses the Performance Outcome skills and associated underpinning knowledge.