What the course leads to
What courses can I do after this?
The Diploma carries a maximum of 168 UCAS points at A*. This would enable students to apply for a university course in a relevant area, for example an Early Years Teaching Degree.
What jobs can I get?
Having a Level 3 could lead to a variety of jobs including:
• A practitioner in a day nursery or pre-school,
• Becoming a childminder, or nanny,
• Becoming a practitioner in a nursery school or reception class in a primary school,
• Working on the cruise ships as a youth worker,
• Working abroad as youth reps for travel companies.
What do I need to apply
To do this course you should have...
You will require a minimum of five GCSEs at Grades 9 - 4, including English and Maths. This may also need to include a Grade 4 in Science if you are interested in studying Primary teaching. Alternatively, successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification and to have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skill in English and Maths.
What about work experience?
Weekly placement with regular block weeks, working across early years settings in schools.
International entry requirements
If you are not from an English Language speaking country, you will need to have UKVI IELTS 5.5. We accept a wide range of academic qualifications awarded overseas and use the UK NARIC (National Academic Recognition Information Centre) guidelines for international comparisons. For tuition and accommodation fees please visit www.thecollege.co.uk/international/courses/tuition-fees and our International Operations team can offer you advice and guidance before and during your studies.
Course costs
| Course Code | Start Date | Costs 16-18 | Costs 19-23 (with concessions) | Costs 19+ (no concessions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP00320 | 02/09/2024 | £60.00 | N/A | N/A |
* Please note fees are subject to change.
International Fees
For tuition and accommodation fees please visit www.thecollege.co.uk/international/courses/tuition-fees and our International Operations team can offer you advice and guidance before and during your studies.
Associated Costs
There may be additional costs for the DBS check, Registration fee, First Aid, Course books and materials, and placement polo shirt.
Course content
Course Content
In class you will be working on the theory behind topics such as Child Development from 0 – 19 years, Children’s Health and Well-being, Health & Safety, Play and Learning, Understanding Children’s Additional Needs, Preparing for School, and Partnership Working. You will also be required to complete observations on the children in your placements and plan learning opportunities for children.
You will be required to complete a minimum of 750 placement hours across a variety of age groups within two settings across 2 years.
You will be taught in class by subject specialists and there will also be speaker’s from outside agencies who will be invited into the class to discuss various aspects of early years care and education in order to enhance your knowledge so that you will be able to complete your assignments to the best of your ability.
The course is assessed through set homework, exams, an employer set project and formal observations in placement.
More info
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Our T Level will start in September 2023 and run over five days per week. This will include time in College as well as time on work placement.
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More about the course
This is a vocational course with a high emphasis on practical application during placements and extensive written theory work when attending college. Assessment of work experience is an important part of the programme and is carried out in a variety of work place settings with different age groups in Schools, Nurseries, Pre-schools, Children’s Centres, Childminders and families.
Students will be required to wear a college placement T shirt, black trousers and appropriate footwear whilst on placement. Please note that this course is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
For more information please contact neilsonc@bpc.ac.uk