Childcare and Education (NCFE Level 3 Technical Certificate) — Full-time
Course outline
This course is perfect if you want to develop your skills and understanding within the Early Years and Education Sector, would like to work with children from birth to 7 years, and want to progress into a career within the industry or continue to study at a higher level.
You’ll learn about:
- Child development
- Safeguarding
- Health and safety
- Play and observation
- Assessment
- Planning
You can expect a well-structured course, taught by a team of experienced staff who are there to support and guide you along the way.
You will develop academic skills alongside your understanding of how children learn and develop, preparing you for the world of work or further study.
As part of this course you will attend a placement, 2 days per week in a variety of Early Years settings.
Aged 19 or over?
If you don't already hold a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to at least two A Levels, or a Level 3 vocational qualification), you may be able to study this course fully funded!
The Government’s new National Skills Fund programme has created new opportunities for adults, aged 19 and over, to access fully funded full-time learning.
For more information, view our Funded Courses for Over 19s page.
If you are aged 16-18 without having achieved a Level 3 qualification, you will also be eligible for full funding.
DBS Check
If you are aged 16-18 or 19-23 without having achieved a Level 3 qualification, you will also be eligible for full funding.
You will complete a placement in a nursery or a school and in order to do this you will need to have a DBS which shows that you are safe to work with children.
To receive a DBS Certificate, you will need to complete an application (we will help you with this, don’t worry) and you need to provide identification.
You will need two of the following:
- Passport
- Birth certificate
- Full or provisional driving licence
You will also need to provide us with your proof of address that is on a bank statement or a benefit letter with your name on it.
Please do your best to have the ID ready before you start your course.
How to apply for this course
Apply online to start in 2023/24.
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Location:
111 Canal Street
Nottingham NG1 7HB |
Date:Start: Monday 4th September 2023 |
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Course code: C000553 / Q003105 |
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| Qualification | Level 3 NCFE Technical Certificate in Childcare and Education |
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| Duration | 1 year |
| Level | Level 3 |
| Entry requirements | You’ll need 5 GCSEs at grades 9–4 (A*–C), including English Language and Maths – both of these must be grades 9–4 (A*–C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths, or a relevant Level 2 vocational qualification with English and Maths GCSE grades 9–4 (A*–C). |
| Progression | Choose to follow with the Diploma in Childcare and Education. After successful completion of this Certificate, one further year of study is required if you wish to achieve the Diploma and gain Early Years Educator (EYE) status. |
| Additional information | Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees. If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information. |
Student case study: Chloe - Childcare and Education Level 3
Chloe used the course to help her get a place at university.
